
Doda is the 3rd largest district of Jammu & Kashmir, after Leh and Kargil Excelling in both mineral and agricultural production, Doda, 3rd in line in terms of sq. km. surface area, the district is home to a host of temples with the legendary Kailash-Mansarovar Yatra. A number of temples enlace Doda. This further enhances the tourist quotient of the place whilst making it lot more vibrant. The district is fundamentally covered by forests, with snow-capped mountain peaks and virgin trekking routes, for which it is regarded as an oft-visited tourist spot and it is the very presence of the various temples at Doda makes it a place of sheer religiosity.
Athra Buja Devi Temple, Sarthal, Doda, Jammu & Kashmir: Athra Buja Devi Temple is associated with strange customs, with the Goddess Herself believed to have visited the temple site.
Chandi Mata Temple, Machail, Doda, Jammu & Kashmir: Chandi Mata Temple houses one of the several embodiments of Goddess Durga, considered outstandingly blessed by the faithful.
Gupt Ganga Temple, Bhaderwah, Doda, Jammu & Kashmir: Gupt Ganga Temple is connected to the warrior Pandava brothers, believed to have stayed in the temple site during their exiled period.
Vasukinag Temple, Bhaderwah, Doda, Jammu & Kashmir: A temple of ancient origin, Vasukinag Temple can be called the torch-bearer for the Kailash Yatra, dedicated to the Lord of the Snakes.
(Last Updated on : 4/09/2010)