Shiv Khori Temple Jammu

Shiv Khori Temple is an avatar of Lord Shiva and is located in the Reasi district of Jammu and Kashmir. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and for its natural formation of Shiva lingam. The Shiv Khori, or Shiva's Cave, is 200 meters long and one meter wide. In some places, the cave's height is so lightweight that one has to crawl to enter some areas as it is more than 2 to 3 meters high. One of the most interesting things about the cave is that it is a natural formation of Hindu deities. For more details, check our latest blog on Shiv Khori Gufa Darshan Timing and More.

How to Reach Shiv Khori Gufa

The temple can be easily reached by taking the various modes of transportation. Some commonly used ways are given below.

By Road

The roadway must be taken to reach the temple from the nearby cities, as there are facilities for public transport and even a private taxi to reach the temple from the nearby cities. Thus, the roadway is the frequently used mode of transport.

By Rail

The nearest railway station is Jammu Tawi station, approximately 80 km from the temple. You can even take local public transport to reach the temple. There are trains from various major cities to this temple.

By Air

Jammu airport is the nearest airport at a distance of 60-65 km from the temple. There you can hire a public transport or private taxi to reach the temple. There are regular flights from various major cities.

Best Time to Visit Shiv Khori Mandir Jammu

The best time to visit the Shiv Khori Mandir is the month from October to March and festivals like Mahashivratri, Navratri, Diwali and Basant Panchami are celebrated at this temple when one can easily do the sightseeing in a pleasant environment.