Khrew Jwala Ji Temple

Khrew Jwala Ji Temple is a revered Hindu shrine dedicated to Goddess Jwala Ji located in Khrew village near Pampore in Pulwama district, Jammu and Kashmir, about 20 km from Srinagar. Set against the foothills of the Wasturwan range, the temple is an important pilgrimage centre for Kashmiri Pandits and devotees of Shakti. Known for its stone architecture, sacred spring and peaceful surroundings, it attracts visitors especially during Navratri for darshan and cultural observance.

Visitors can expect a peaceful temple complex set in Khrew village at the base of forested hills. The main shrine houses the deity of Goddess Jwala Ji with traditional Kashmiri stone architecture, a sacred spring (naga) within the premises, and smaller shrines. The surroundings include courtyards for prayer, shops selling offerings, and views of the Wasturwan hills. The atmosphere is devotional and quiet, with pilgrims performing darshan, aarti and parikrama.

Khrew Jwala Ji Temple is an ancient Shakti shrine with long association with Kashmiri Pandit heritage. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Jwala Ji, regarded as a manifestation of Durga. The present structure reflects traditional Kashmiri temple architecture and has been maintained and renovated over time by devotees and local management. It remains one of the prominent Jwala Ji shrines in the Kashmir Valley.

The temple is a major religious and cultural centre for Kashmiri Pandits and Shakti devotees. It is especially significant during Navratri and other auspicious days when devotees gather for special prayers and aarti. The shrine represents the continuity of Shakti worship in Kashmir and is visited for blessings, fulfillment of wishes and participation in traditional rituals.