Dera Baba Banda Tourism

Type of destination: Historical Gurudwara

Ideal visit duration: 1-2 hours

Closed in: Open all year

Dera Baba Banda is a revered Sikh shrine located in the Reasi district of Jammu and Kashmir, India. Situated on the bank of the mighty Chenab River, the shrine holds immense historical and religious significance for the Sikh community. It is dedicated to Baba Banda Singh Bahadur, one of the most respected Sikh warriors and a disciple of the tenth Sikh Guru, Guru Gobind Singh. Constructed over three centuries ago, the Gurudwara is a beautiful white structure surrounded by lush greenery. It contains the preserver of the warrior's ashes and features a large complex that includes a Langar hall where free meals are served to visitors. It also houses weapons and artifacts that date back to the time of Baba Banda Singh Bahadur. The serene environment and spiritual atmosphere of Dera Baba Banda attract not just Sikhs, but also people from other faiths who come to pay homage to the great warrior saint.

Monday	5:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Tuesday	5:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Wednesday	5:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Thursday	5:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Friday	5:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Saturday	5:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Sunday	5:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Disclaimer: It's important to check the most current information before planning your visit, as opening hours can vary and might be subject to change due to special events, maintenance, or unforeseen circumstances. A reliable way to confirm the opening hours is to contact the local tourism board, check the official website (if available)

Entry Ticket Pricing for Dera Baba Banda

Adult	Free
Child	Free

Disclaimer: Please note that prices are subject to change, cross check required .

Tips when you are visiting to Dera Baba Banda

Dress conservatively as it is a place of worship.

Try to visit during the morning or evening for Aarti.

Participate in the Langar (community kitchen) for a meal.

Top 5 Reviews on Dera Baba Banda

rashmik329

Wrote on 14th Feb, 2023

Serene and quiet place releasing positive vibration

We could feel positive vibration as soon as we reached the place. Sound of water flowing took us to another world. Colour of water was completely different and this all indicates the presence of divin..

ARSLEGAL

Wrote on 13th Nov, 2022

Good

Beautiful location and temple. You can visit the river front ahead of temple. Not crowded. Temple is in a cave easily accessible

822bikashm

Wrote on 30th Dec, 2019

A beautiful place!

A very nice place. Full of scenic beauty. One can spend good time there. It's in a 7 -10 km distance from Katra.

BeaBi

Wrote on 16th Dec, 2019

Hidden place

Takes a long drive from Katra, road is in bad condition, not treated in many places. Still great trip if the weather is nice and you have good local driver.

TripNRR

Wrote on 19th Jul, 2019

Better to not spend much time

It is beleived that dera babaji visited by foot mata vaishnov devi for quite long period on a daily basis. One day mata appeared before him and gave him some boon. He asked for water/well in his are..