Shiv Khori Tour Packages

Katra to Shiv Khori Pilgrimage Excursion

Located 70 km from Katra in the picturesque Reasi District of Jammu and Kashmir, Shiv Khori is one of the most venerated cave shrines dedicated to Lord Shiva in India. 'Khori' signifies a cave, and according to legend, this natural limestone wonder is the secret abode of Lord Shiva where he took refuge from the demon Bhasmasura.

Operating as a specialized unit of KV Tours Pvt. Ltd., Katra DMC organizes daily private chauffeur-driven excursions and group coach tours from Katra to Shiv Khori, seamlessly combining the holy cave darshan with visits to Baba Dhansar and Nau Deviyan.

The Shiv Khori Yatra Experience

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  The Natural Swayambhu Lingam: Inside the 200-meter-long cave stands a sacred 4-foot-tall stalagmite Shiva Lingam upon which milky water drops continuously drip from the limestone ceiling.
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  The Trek from Ransoo Base: Vehicles drop pilgrims at Ransoo village. The trek to the cave entrance is approximately 3 km along a well-paved mountain path. Ponies and Palkis are easily accessible for elders and children.
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  En Route Visit to Baba Dhansar: Situated just 17 km from Katra near Karua Jheel. Features a breathtaking underground karst stream bursting through rock fissures into an emerald-green pool, with thousands of natural Shivalingams bathed in crystal-clear water.
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  Nau Deviyan Temple: A revered cave shrine nestled on the bank of a mountain stream, housing natural rock representations of nine goddesses.

Typical Full-Day Excursion Schedule (Katra Base)