BhaktiVedAbout the temple
'Jwalayam Vaishnavi Devi': there is no image here. Natural flames burning steadily from clefts in the rock are worshipped as the goddess.
The legend
A famous story says Emperor Akbar tried and failed to put out the flames, then offered a golden canopy that turned into another metal.
What makes it special
- Ever-burning natural flames
- Combined with the other Devi shrines of the Kangra valley
Main festivals
How to reach
- 🚆 Nearest railway station
- Jwalamukhi Road (Kangra valley narrow gauge); Pathankot
- ✈️ Nearest airport
- Gaggal (Kangra)
Before you go
Darshan and seva timings change with the season and festivals. Confirm them with the temple's official website or office before you travel.
Stotras for this deity
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Jwalamukhi (Kangra)?
Jwalamukhi (Kangra) is in Jwalamukhi, Kangra, Himachal Pradesh.
Who is the presiding deity at Jwalamukhi (Kangra)?
Sri Jwalamukhi, Vaishnavi Devi.
How do I reach Jwalamukhi (Kangra)?
Nearest railway station: Jwalamukhi Road (Kangra valley narrow gauge); Pathankot. Nearest airport: Gaggal (Kangra).
What is the best time to visit Jwalamukhi (Kangra)?
March to June, September to November.
What are the darshan timings at Jwalamukhi (Kangra)?
Darshan and seva timings change with the season and festivals. Confirm them with the temple's official website or office before you travel.