Katra city

Travel Facts

Best time to visit: Through out the year. STD Code: 01991 Population: 7569	Weather: In Summer :Max: 39.9oC Min: 23.4 oC In Winter :Max: 20.2oC Min: 4.5oC

About Katra

Katra Town, lying in the foot of Trikuta Mountains, 48 kms. from Jammu, serves as the base camp for visiting the famous shrine of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi, which is approachable on foot along a 13 kms long well laid footpath. Every year, more than 4.5 million pilgrims pass through Katra on their way to the holy shrine. The cave shrine of Mata Vasihnodeviji or Trikuta Bhagwati (alt: 5,200 ft.) has been a beacon of faith and fulfilment to millions of devotees from all over the world. The pilgrimage to the Shrine holds great significance for the pilgrims.

Tourist Places

	Patnitop Patnitop is idyllic spot for recharging your batteries and relaxing with nature, which only gives and never asks for anything in return. just sit
	More tourist places

How to reach

By Air: Jammu is the nearest airport 48 kms from Katra. By Rail : The closest railhead is Jammu. Jammu is directly connected to cities like Calcutta, Delhi and Kanyakumari. Besides, it is connected with other major cities of the country. By Road: Jammu is the terminus of a large number of Inter State Bus Services. Travel Packages Post Your Packages Mata Vaishno Devi Heli - Pilgrimage Mata Vaishno Devi Deluxe Package Mata Vaishno Devi Royal Package