Shiv Khori, in Katra, is known for its religious significance as the location is full of different places of worship that people are interested in visiting. Whether anyone is on a trip to Jammu or Katra, people take out some time to explore Shiv Khori and the different religious spots that it offers.
Visiting Shiv Khori is also appealing to many people as it provides them with peace and calmness that they cannot find anywhere else. Apart from being famous for the Vaishno Devi Temple, there are many other places of worship that you can explore and offer your prayers in. well, if you are looking for a Katra tour Package, then you should make sure that your package includes all the different destinations that we are sharing here in the article.
What to visit in Shiv Khori on a Religious Pilgrimage?
As we have already mentioned that this quaint spot is endowed with many religious places, and if you are particularly interested in having a trip where you visit the different shrines, then get ready to know all about Shiv Khori and all that it offers you.
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Baba Dhansar
There are hardly any tourists who are visiting Vaishno Devi who are not familiar with Baba Dhansar. This famous spot is located only 15km away from Katra in the small village of Karua and is visited by many people. The temple also has a mythological tale attached to it.
It has been said that Baba Dhansar, who was the son of Vasudev, was called up by the villagers of the town to defeat the demon who was living in the Karua Jheel. Baba Dhansar, after that, prayed to Lord Shiva to help the villagers, and after this point, a temple was established to worship him.
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Ziarat Baji Ismail Sahib
The district of Reasi is also home to another religious shrine, Ziarat Baji Ismail Sahib, which is located in the village of Bharakh. The place is one of the biggest places of worship for the people living in the region, irrespective of the religion and faith they follow. Every year, thousands and thousands of worshippers visit the shrine and even gather to participate in the annual blessing event that happens.
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Dera Baba Banda Bhadhur
Generally, the katra with shiv khori and local sightseeing package also includes a trip to Dera Baba Banda Bhadhur. This religious attraction is of great importance as Baba Banda Bhadhur is said to be a famous soldier of the Sikh guru, Guru Gobind Singh. Located on the banks of the river Chenab, the site is visited by Sikhs as well as Hindus, where they offer their prayers and meditate in peace.
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Baba Jitto Temple
Located in the village of Aghar Jitto, it is around 5 km from Katra. The name Aghar Jitto comes from the famous farmer Baba Jitto, who died battling landlord cruelty. Baba Jitto was also a devout follower of Maa Vaishno Devi, which is why a temple was built here to commemorate him.
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Siarh Baba
Siarh Baba is not only a religious destination, rather the place is also visited by people who are particularly interested in seeing the magnificent waterfall located near the Shrine. The place is located in the village of Talwara, and the cascading waterfall with a height of 400 ft offers you a view that you will never forget in your life. Along with Siarh Baba, you can also offer your prayers at the ancient Pragan Nag Temple.
Apart from these top destinations, you can also visit the Salal Shiv Cave, the Nau Pindian, the Kalka Mata Temple and the Tatta Pani. As the name of the place makes it clear, Shiv Khori has religious shrines of every religion and every faith for every kind of devotee.
