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Jwala Devi Temple

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Hill Station | Pilgrimage
4.5 / 5
  • Timings : 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
  • Entry Fee : None
  • Distance from near by city 6.8 KMs From Mussoorie
  • Trip duration (including travel in hours)1 - 2 Hours
  • Transportation OptionsSedan - AC (4+1), SUV - AC (7+1), Tempo Traveller - AC (12+1)
  • Travel Tips None

Jwala Devi Temple is often referred to as the Jwala Ji Temple. It is a shrine to Goddess Durga at the top of Benog Hill in Mussoorie. Every visitor believes that this shrine bestows with holiness and rises from the ashes of life. In addition to pilgrims, outdoor enthusiasts come here to view the Shivalik mountain. The Yamuna River and the densely forested area surrounding the temple.

An ancient stone image of Goddess Durga is in the Jwala Devi shrine. Its access requires hiking uphill for almost two kilometers. Beginning at Cloud's End, the trail winds through densely packed deodar and pine trees. The trip provides sweeping views of the Yamuna River, the Doon Valley, and the Shivalik hills.

The Jwalaji Temple welcomes people from all across the region to honor Goddess Jwala Devi. She is famous as one of Maa Durga's avatars. Jwala Devi is an idol found in the temple's sanctum Sanctorum. Hence, it is a belief that she will bless and fulfill all of her devotees' requests. 

Tourists can see the shrine from the Yamuna River, the Doon Valley, and the Shivalik mountain range. A thick, green forest encircles it. During Navratri, an important nine-day festival, the temple gets lakhs of followers. People who believe it to be an especially opportune time to offer prayers and seek forgiveness for misdeeds. A place worth exploring in your MUSSOORIE TOUR PACKAGE.

What is the height of Jwala Devi Temple?

Situated on Benog Hill at an approximate elevation of 2,240 meters, the temple is on the outskirts of Mussoorie. The temple is another beautiful places to visit in Mussoorie. It offers gorgeous and breathtaking views from the top. 

The best time to visit 

Travelling to Mussoorie is most enjoyable from April through June. Experience the busiest time of year because of the lovely weather. It provides a great break from the intense summer heat. Visitors hoping to witness snowfall in the winter months should make a trip to Mussoorie..

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