Explore Major Pilgrimage Sites in India
India has been a sacred land of spirituality and pilgrimage for thousands of years. Its pilgrimage sites attract millions of devotees seeking faith, blessings, inner peace, and spiritual fulfilment. Famous pilgrimage destinations such as the Char Dham, Vaishno Devi, Amarnath Cave, Kashi, Prayagraj, Rameswaram, Badrinath, Kedarnath, Dwarka, Jagannath Puri, Shirdi, and Sabarimala welcome pilgrims from across India and around the world every year. Visiting these sacred places is not only a religious journey but also an opportunity to experience Indias rich traditions, cultural heritage, and breathtaking landscapes.
Browse pilgrimage sites by state and city to discover complete travel information, including religious significance, darshan timings, entry fees (if applicable), best time to visit, major attractions, time required to explore, nearby tourist places, and useful travel tips. FunYatra regularly updates its travel guides to help pilgrims plan safe, comfortable, and memorable spiritual journeys across Indias most sacred destinations.
Shri Mata Vaishno Devi
📍 Katra • Reasi • Jammu and Kashmir
Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine is one of the most revered Hindu pilgrimage sites in India. Situated in the Trikuta Hills near Katra, the shrine is dedicated to Goddess Vaishno Devi, who is worshipped as the combined manifestation of Mahakali, Mahalakshmi, and Mahasaraswati. The holy cave shrine is located at an altitude of about 1,585 meters (5,200 feet) above sea level and attracts millions of devotees every year. Pilgrims undertake a sacred trek of approximately 13 kilometers from Katra to the Bhawan, chanting “Jai Mata Di” throughout the journey.