Chamunda Devi Temple – timings, location & how to reach
Chamunda Devi Temple is a revered Devi shrine of Braj, about 3.5 km from Mathura Junction, open roughly 6:30 AM–12 PM and 4–9 PM. Entry is free and a visit takes 30–45 minutes.
- LocationPosh Colony area, Mathura–Vrindavan side
- Darshan timings6:30 AM–12 PM and 4–9 PM
- Time needed30–45 minutes
- Entry feeFree
- From Mathura JunctionAbout 3.5 km (15–20 min)
- Best time to visitNavratri (Chaitra and Sharad), mornings
Like most Braj temples, timings change between summer and winter and on festival days. Please confirm with us on the day of your visit.
Chamunda Devi
Located on the outskirts of Vrindavan, the Chamunda Devi Temple is a powerful Shakti Peeth dedicated to Goddess Chamunda, a fierce incarnation of Goddess Durga. According to local belief, this is the only temple in the Braj region where Chamunda Mata is worshipped in her original fierce form, making it a unique spiritual stop during your Braj Yatra.
The temple is also historically significant — it is said that Sant Surdas was blessed by the goddess here with divine sight and poetic vision. Devotees visit to seek protection, strength, and blessings for victory over obstacles. The energy of the temple is intense yet peaceful, attracting both spiritual seekers and those on Mathura Vrindavan Tour Packages From Delhi.
A visit to Chamunda Devi Temple adds depth and divine power to your journey through Krishna’s land.
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Address:
HM6W+H9W, Posh Colony, Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh 281121
Visit Timing:
Prem Mandir is open to visitors every day of the week. The general timings for
visiting the temple are:
- Morning: 6:30 AM to 12:00 PM
- Evening: 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Chamunda Devi Temple- Darshan & Aarti Timings
| Time | Darshan & Aarti |
|---|---|
| 6:30 AM - 12:00 PM | Darshan & Aarti |
| 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM | Darshan & Aarti |
Chamunda Devi Temple - Distance From Mathura Railway Station and Bus Stand
| Place Distance | Distance | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mathura Railway Station | 3.4Km | 17 min |
| New Mathura Bus Stand | 2.4 Km | 14 min |
Frequently Asked Questions
Chamunda Devi Temple is located near Dharamshala in Himachal Pradesh, around 10 km from Kangra town. It is nestled on the banks of the Baner River and surrounded by beautiful hills, offering both spiritual ambiance and scenic views. It is one of the most important Shakti Peethas in North India.
The temple is dedicated to Goddess Chamunda, a fierce form of Durga who is believed to have slain the demons Chanda and Munda. It is a highly revered Shakti Peeth, where the Mata’s energy is worshipped. Devotees visit for blessings, protection, and to seek relief from negative energies and obstacles in life.
The Chamunda Devi Temple is usually open from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM, with short breaks in between for rituals and cleaning. There is no entry fee, and the darshan is open to all. During festivals like Navratri, the temple remains open longer and receives a large number of devotees.
You can reach Chamunda Devi Temple by road from Dharamshala, Kangra, or Pathankot. The nearest railway station is Kangra Mandir Railway Station, and the closest airport is Gaggal Airport (about 25 km away). Local buses and taxis are easily available from nearby cities.
Yes, Navratri is the biggest festival celebrated at Chamunda Devi Temple, drawing thousands of pilgrims. Other important days include Durga Ashtami and Dussehra, with special aartis, bhajans, and spiritual events held throughout the temple complex.
Plan for 30–45 minutes. Weekday mornings are quiet; Navratri evenings are the busiest.
It is about 3.5 km (15–20 min) from Mathura Junction railway station; from Banke Bihari Temple it is about 10 km. All our Mathura Vrindavan cab packages include pickup from Mathura Junction, Delhi or Agra.
You can easily cover Shri Krishna Janmasthan, Keshav Dev Temple, Dwarkadhish Temple, Mata Vaishno Devi Dham on the same trip.
It is one of the few Shakti temples in Krishna-land, and devotees visit to seek the Mother Goddess's blessings before or after their Krishna darshan.
Modest clothing; remove footwear before the sanctum. Photography inside the sanctum is not encouraged.
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