Sundha Mata Temple

Situated atop Sundha Hill (Sundha Parvat) near Rajpura and Dantlawas in the Sundhamata area, the temple is located in Jaswantpura, Jalore district, Rajasthan.

This sacred site draws devotees from across India who seek darshan of the powerful deity and the blessings of other presiding deities, including Lord Shiva, Goddess Parvati, Lord Ganesha, and the BhurBhuva Swaweshwar Shiva Linga.

The temple is open daily from 6:15 AM to 9:00 PM, allowing pilgrims ample time for darshan and participation in rituals.

The serene early morning hours between 5 and 8 AM are considered the best time to visit, especially during the winter months from November to February and throughout the festival season.

Sundha Mata Temple is particularly vibrant during Navratri (both Sharad and Chaitra Navratri) and on monthly Shukla Paksha auspicious days, when special poojas and gatherings take place.

Devotees can attend the Morning Aarti from 7:00 AM to 7:30 AM and the Evening Aarti from 7:00 PM to 7:30 PM, with rituals conducted in Sanskrit and Hindi. Entry for darshan is free, and traditional dress codes are observed for both men and women to maintain the sanctity of the temple environment.

Reaching Sundha Mata Temple is convenient with multiple travel options. The nearest railway stations are Marwar Kori (13 km), Malwara (17 km), Marwar Bhinmal (24 km), and Jalore (85 km).

For those traveling by air, Udaipur Airport is 156 km away, Jodhpur Airport is 173 km, and Ahmedabad Airport is 197 km. Pilgrims typically arrive at Jodhpur, Ahmedabad, or Udaipur and proceed to Bhinmal or Jaswantpura by bus or taxi, then continue to Rajpura, the base village.

From here, the ascent to the temple can be made via an 800-meter ropeway (cable car) or by climbing 500 to 2000 stone steps. Ample free parking is available at the base for cars, buses, and two-wheelers, with basic accessibility adjustments at the main entries.

The temple trust provides a dharamshala with basic rooms and free meals, while nearby accommodation options include Lohana Village Resort, Sundha Hillview Resort, and Hotel Asopalav Sundha Mataji.

Traditional sweet and dry fruit prasad is distributed after aartis, and free daily meals are served in the community dining halls. Photography is permitted in the outer courtyards and open areas but strictly prohibited inside the inner sanctum.

Visitors can also explore nearby attractions such as Sundha Mata Wildlife Sanctuary, Bhinmal, Jalore Fort, Mount Abu (Aburaj), and Mandawala Jahaj Jain Mandir. For more information, online darshan, or inquiries, visit the official website or contact the temple at +917742501296.