Shakti Peeth 7 of 51 · India · Himachal Pradesh
Vajreshwari (Kangra)
वज्रेश्वरी
Location: Kangra fort, Kangra
Devi · Bhairava · Body part
Devi (Goddess)
Vajreshwari (Bajreshwari)
Bhairava (Shiva)
Abhiru
Body part fallen
Left breast
Darshan timings
05:00–12:00, 14:00–21:00 IST
Best season
March–June, September–November
Daily visitors
4,000–7,000 (Navratri 80k+)
Modern access
On-site VIP ticket ₹100.
Signature ritual
Shringar Aarti at dawn
Significance
Devi as wielder of thunderbolt. One of richest medieval temples — looted 5 times.
Legend
Sati's left breast fell here. Pandavas built original temple after dream-vision.
How to reach
Pathankot (95 km) or Dharamshala airport (15 km).
Navratri special
Makar Sankranti special (ghee + butter mountain offering — Pind Dan tradition)
Primary pujas performed here
- Pindi Darshan
- Shringar
- Mundan
- Chunari
Plan online from anywhere
Cannot travel? Book a remote Devi puja with video proof. See also 12 Jyotirlinga and 12 Sacred Tirthas.