Kheer Bhavani Mata Temple Jammu, Timings, History, Travel Guide and How to reach

Kheer Bhavani Mata Temple – Guide 

Kheer Bhavani Mata temple is located in Jammu and Kashmir, where the idol of Maa Durga is installed. The secret of this temple, known as Kheer Bhavani Mata, makes it unique and this is the secret of changing the colour of the water of the kund located in the temple.

Even today the water of this kund informs about the impending calamity in Kashmir. The local residents also know the mother by the name of Ragya Devi. Prasad of kheer is offered to the mother. It is said that he is very fond of kheer. For this reason Maa Durga is known as Kheer Bhavani in the temple.

History of this Temple

Lanka’s king Ravana was the ultimate devotee of Mata Kheer Bhavani. He had pleased the mother with his penance and meditation. However, when Ravana got involved in bad deeds due to his arrogance, then the mother started getting angry on him. But the mother became completely angry with Ravana when he abducted mother Sita.

At the same time, when Hanuman ji reached Lanka in search of Mata Sita, Mata Kheer Bhavani asked Hanuman ji to take her to some other place. Following the order of Mata, Hanuman ji brought the idol of Kheer Bhavani Mata from Lanka and installed it in Tulmul village, 14 km from Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir.

The temple of Kheer Bhavani Mata is also famous for its mysterious pool. It is said that whenever a natural calamity hits Jammu and Kashmir, the water of the kund changes its colour. In the event of a natural calamity, the water of the kund turns black. This indicates that some calamity is about to come in Jammu and Kashmir.

During the floods of 2014 and the Kargil war, the colour of the water of the kund turned black and red respectively. However, this Kund also indicates the progress of the valley. When Article-370 was removed, the water of the kund turned green. This green colour of water is considered a symbol of progress and prosperity of Kashmir.

Kheer Bhavani Mata Temple Timings

Kheer Bhavani Mata Temple opens at 5:30 AM in the morning and close at 9:00 PM in the evening.

Places to visit near this Temple

Amar Mahal Palace

Amar Mahal Palace is located in Jammu which remains a centre of attraction among tourists. It was constructed in the 19^th century. This palace belonged to King Amar Singh of the Dogra Kingdom, which is made of red sandstone.

Manda Zoo

If you are going to Jammu with family, then going to Manda Zoo located here would be a better option. Manda Zoo is also known as Manda Deer Park.

Bahu Fort

Bahu Fort is situated in Jammu Tawi. This beautiful tourist destination was built by the king of the Dogra kingdom in the 19^th century. The temple of Mata Kali is located in the Bahu fort, which is called by the local people as ‘Bawe Wali Mata’ temple.

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How to reach Kheer Bhavani Mata Temple

By Air- The nearest airport from Kheer Bhavani Mata Temple is Sheikh Ul-Alam International Airport Srinagar which is at a distance of 34.1 km from this temple. From here you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services or taxi.

By Train- The nearest railway station is Srinagar railway station which is at a distance of 36.2 km from Kheer Bhavani Mata Temple. From here you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services or taxi.

By Road- Roads to this temple are well connected with the other cities of the country so you can easily reach this temple by using your own vehicle or by any public buses or taxi from any part of the country.

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