Katra
India · State of Jammu and Kashm?rIN
Temple City in Jammu & Kashmir, India
Katra or Vaishno Devi is a city and Tehsil in the Reasi district of the Indian union territory of Jammu and Kashmir. It is situated at the foot of the Trikuta Mountains, where the shrine of Vaishno Devi is located. Katra is located 24 km (15 mi) from the town of Reasi, 42 km (26 mi) from the city of Jammu and around 685 km (426 mi) north of the national capital New Delhi and is the base for pilgrims visiting the Mata Vaishno Devi Temple.
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- 32.992, 74.932
- Timezone
- Asia/Kolkata
- Elevation
- 875 m
Overview of Katra
Katra — a spot in State of Jammu and Kashm?r, India — is worth a place on your map. The local offer centres on culture. Its northern-hemisphere position decides when the high season falls. Elevation is roughly 875 metres.
Things to do in Katra
Culture in Katra
(2)For culture, expect Mosques and Religious Sites. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Katra.
Getting there & around
Katra is small, so plan to arrive via the nearest hub in State of Jammu and Kashm?r and continue by car or bike. Time zone: Asia/Kolkata.
Similar destinations
Places near Katra that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Katra known for?
- Katra, in State of Jammu and Kashm?r, India, is best known for culture. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here.
- What can you do in Katra?
- Recorded activities in Katra include Mosques and Religious Sites. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- Where is Katra located?
- Katra is located in State of Jammu and Kashm?r, India. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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