Jwala Devi Temple, A religious site

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Jwala Devi Temple, Himachal Pradesh is one of the ancient temples which is situated in the UNA district, Himachal Pradesh. It is one of the 51 Shakti Peethas in India. It is being situated in the lap of the Shivalik range of Kangra valley called “kalidhar“. Jwala Ji is a Devi Temple dedicated to the “GODDESS OF LIGHT” located in jawalamukhi, district Kangra, Himachal Pradesh.

Sati”s tongue is believed to have fallen at the very place where Jwala Devi temple is situated now. The tongue of Sati is represented by Jwala or Holy flames that is continuously burning. In the Temple there is no deity is worshiped. It has the series of natural flames since times immemorial believed to be the symbol of Goddess.

The Temple is a great heritage center where people from near and far come to seek the blessings of Jwala Devi. During March to April and September to October every year, colorful fairs are held during the Navratras celebrations because of uncounted pilgrims. Jwala Devi temple is situated at a distance of 35 km from Chintpurni Temple and 36 km from Kangra Devi.

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Temple Timings

Opening and closing timings in summers.

FROM 5:00 AM TO 10:00 PM

Opening and closing timings in winters.

FROM 6:00 AM TO 9:00 PM

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Aarti Timings

Five Aarties are performed by pujaries( priest) in worship of Goddess.

	SUMMER	WINTER
MANGAL AARTI	5:00 TO 6:00 AM	6:00 TO 7:00 AM
PANJUPCHAAR PUJAN	AFTER MANGAL AARTI	AFTER MANGAL AARTI
BHOG KI AARTI	11:00 AM TO 12:00 PM	11:00 AM TO 12:00 PM
EVENING AARTI	7:00 TO 8:00 PM	6:00 TO 7:00 PM
SHAIYAAN KI AARTI	9:00 TO 10 PM	8:00 TO 9:00 PM

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Langar Timings

Free Langar is provided by Temple to all the devotees at free of cost.

LUNCH TIME	12:30 PM TO 02:30 PM
DINNER TIME	07:00 PM TO 09:30 PM

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Facilities Provided At Jwala Devi Temple

• Bathrooms and toilets are there for people near the temple and also at different places in the town.
• Parking facilities at various places.
• Cheap boarding and lodging in the Yatri Niwas constructed by the Temple Trust.
• Drinking-Water facilities are there.
• A homeopathic dispensary is there for tourists where free medical check-up and medicines are provided

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How To Reach Jwala Ji Temple

By Road

Jwala Devi Temple is very well connected with roads. Motorable roads connect this shrine from Dharamshala, Delhi, Hoshiarpur, and Chandigarh. Frequent bus and taxi services are easily available. Deluxe buses are also available to reach Jwala Devi Temple. You can enjoy the beautiful scenic view all along the valley while going to the temple.  

By Train

The nearest railway station is Ranital Railway Station at the distance of 20 km from Jwala Temple. You can hire a taxi from outside the station to reach Jwala Temple.  

By Flight

Gaggal Airport, Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh. (50 km from the Jwala Temple) and the airport at Shimla is about 160 km is the nearest airport near to the Jwala Devi Temple.

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Distance From Major Places

MANALI	270 KM
DALHOUSIE	160 KM
TEMPLE NAINA DEVI	130 KM
MCLEODGANJ	63 KM
SHIMLA	180 KM
TEMPLE CHINTPURNI DEVI	35 KM
MATA VAISHNO DEVI, KATRA (JAMMU)	235 KM
TEMPLE CHAMUNDA DEVI	55 KM
DHARAMSHALA	53 KM
DEOTSIDH BABA BALAK NATH	75 KM
BAIJNATH TEMPLE	90 KM
AMRITSAR	200 KM
DELHI	475 KM

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Attraction Near Jwala Devi Temple

Mata Tara Devi Temple, Shri Raghunath Ji Temple (Teda Mandir), Nagini Mata Temple, Arjun Naga Temple, Chintpurni Temple, Kangra Devi, Dharamshala, Chamunda Devi.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Where is Jwala Devi Temple?

A: Jwala Devi Temple is located in the Kangra district of HImachal Pradesh.

Q: How far is Jwala Devi Temple from Chintpurni Temple?

A: 35 kilometers approximately.

Q: How can i reach Jwala Devi Temple by train?

A: The nearest railway station to Jwala JI is the Ranital railway station at a distance of 20 kilometers.