Miniature depictions of episodes from Mahabharata and Ramayana make Chani Prat Temple truly unique. Adding to the ambiance of this temple is its aesthetic structural design, which is not visible anywhere else in the entire region.

About 10 km from Sunderbai in Rajouri, this temple is two storied and is dedicated to Lord Raghunath.

History

This temple is believed to have been constructed during the reign of Maharaja Gulab Singh by a saint who frequented the area. A unique fact about Chani Prat temple is that the saint brought a map of a Varanasi temple along with him. A two storied temple was constructed based on the pattern of a map brought by this saint from Varanasi.

Images of Lord Ram, Sita, Hanuman and Lakshman adore the temple complex and a grand Yatra procession is held in the temple complex in month of June every year.

Getting There and Around

By Air

Jammu Airport, also known as Satwari Airport, is the nearest airport to Rajouri. Rajouri is located at a distance of 146 km from Jammu and taxi can be hired from the airport to the Chani Prat Temple that lies 10 km from Sunderbai in Rajouri.

Jammu Airport is well served by Air India, Air Mantra, GoAir, IndiGo, JetLite and SpiceJet which operate a number of flights to various cities all over the country.

By Rail

Jammu Tawi Railway Station is the main railway junction in Jammu city which is well connected to various cities throughout the country. All the major trains including the Himsagar Express that operates till Kanyakumari in Tamil Nadu start and end their journey at Jammu.

Jammu is a major railhead in North India and devotees planning to visit the Chani Prat Temple can have a comfortable journey via the rail route.

By Road

State Transport buses operate throughout Jammu and Kashmir. Pilgrims heading towards the Chani Prat Temple from Chandigarh and Delhi region can end their journey at Jammu. From Jammu, Jammu and Kashmir State Transport bus service can be considered to continue the journey till Rajouri.

Private taxis can be hired at Rajouri till Chani Prat Temple which is at a distance of 10 km from Sunderbai in Rajouri district. Alternatively, taxis can be hired at Jammu Bus Terminal itself for a comfortable ride to the temple complex.

Best Time to Visit

Chani Prat Temple can be visited at any time of the year. However, with the annual Yatra is held in June, which is the best time to explore religious mystique of the region.
Being a part of the Yatra procession gives one the opportunity to explore religious sentiments associated with Chani Prat Temple and develop a better perspective of Lord Raghunath to whom the temple is dedicated.

Accommodation

Himanshu Hotel, Rajouri

Himanshu Hotel is located in Rajouri town and offers a comfortable stay for those on a religious sojourn to Chani Prat Temple. Expect Indian, Continental and local cuisine here. The hotel can also arrange for a guide and a dedicated taxi service so you can explore the surroundings, including Chani Prat Temple.

Rajouri town also has numerous other options for a comfortable stay including a range of guest houses for those on a budget travel. Have your pick and explore the mystique of Jammu and Kashmir.