Chanchlo Mata Temple

Chanchlo Mata Temple is a revered Hindu shrine dedicated to Goddess Chanchlo, a form of Durga, located on a hilltop near Basohli in Kathua District, Jammu and Kashmir. Situated above the Ravi River valley, the temple is an important pilgrimage site for local devotees, especially during Navratri. It is known for its hilltop setting, panoramic views, and long-standing religious association with the Basohli region.

Visitors can expect a hilltop temple complex reached by a flight of steps after a short road journey from Basohli town. The shrine houses the sanctum of Goddess Chanchlo Mata with space for darshan and prayer. The surroundings offer open views of the Ravi River valley and nearby hills. The site is relatively simple with basic temple architecture, small shops for offerings near the approach, and a peaceful devotional atmosphere.

Chanchlo Mata Temple is regarded as an ancient shrine of the Basohli region, traditionally revered by local communities and associated with the former Basohli principality. The temple has long served as a tutelary shrine of the area and continues as a historic centre of Shakti worship.

The temple is an important Shakti shrine dedicated to Goddess Chanchlo, a form of Durga. It holds significant religious importance for devotees in Kathua and adjoining areas, with large gatherings during Navratri and other auspicious occasions for prayers and offerings.