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How to go Delhi to Jwala Devi Himachal by Road?

The Jwala Devi Temple, also famous as Jagarwalo ki Kuldevi, is believed to be one of the 51 Shakti Peeths of Goddess Sati and also one of the most important temples to visit during Nau Devi Darshan Yatra and Himachal 5 Devi Darshan Tour Package. 

Delhi to Jwala Devi Distance

Jwala Devi temple is located in Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh. Delhi to Jwala Devi Himachal distance is 497  km which is a journey of around 10-12 hours, depending on the mode of transport you choose. 

Going on a Himachal tour by road is always a fun journey. If you prefer to travel by car, you can take NH 44 and NH 503 to reach Jwala Ji Temple. This drive will take you about 9 to 10 hours with the amazing routes. En route, you can also visit beautiful places like Chandigarh and Una, and explore Kangra. 

Delhi to Jwala Devi Himachal by Bus

There are several government buses available from ISBT Kashmiri Gate, Delhi to Kangra or Dharamshala which will be a journey of around 10 to 11 hours. 

From Kangra Bus stand to Jwala Devi temple distance is 35 km, which will take you around an hour to reach. Many private operators provide Bus on rent in Delhi to Himachal, so you can also book Private buses to travel more comfortably with your family. 

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What are the Ways to Reach Jwala Devi? 

Jwala Devi Temple is located in Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh and is one of the most sacred Shakti Peeths in India. Many devotees visit this temple especially during Navratri to see the eternal flames which have been burning for centuries. So if you are wondering how to reach this divine place there are many options.

By train the nearest station is Jwalamukhi Road Railway Station which is 24 km from the temple. You can also come from Pathankot or Chandigarh and then a road journey.

By road you can drive from Delhi via NH 44 and NH 503. Distance from Delhi to Jwala Devi Temple is 497 km and takes around 10 hours. This route is scenic and you can stop at places like Chandigarh and Una.

Buses are also available from ISBT Kashmiri Gate in Delhi to Kangra or Dharamshala. From Kangra the temple is just an hour away.

For a faster option you can fly to Kangra Airport which is 46 km from the temple and hire a cab from there.

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Why is Jwala Devi Temple Famous?

The Jwala Devi Temple, also famous as Jagarwalo ki Kuldevi, is believed to be one of the 51 Shakti Peeths of Goddess Sati. According to Hindu mythology, when Mata Sati sacrificed herself in the Yajna, Lord Vishnu cut her body into pieces and all her parts fell at various locations, Jwala Devi is said to be the place where her tongue fell.

Unlike other temples, there is no idol in Jwala Devi Temple but the goddess manifests herself as a set of eternal flames that emerge from the rock. These flames have been burning continuously for centuries which makes this temple a significant pilgrimage site. Many rulers, including Maharaja Ranjit Singh, contributed to the temple’s construction and upkeep.