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Sanjhichhat
 Sanjichhat,
at a distance of 3.25 Kms from Adkuwari is a picturesque spot
with enchanting views of the valley and snow covered peaks
of the Himalayan ranges on a clear day. Sanjichhat is the
highest point on the old track and is also the end of the
uphill climb. From here a person has to walk downhill in order
to reach Bhawan.
It is literally a treat to be at Sanjichhat because of its
scenic beauty. This is compounded by the fact that from Sanjichhat
one has only to move downhill to reach Bhawan. Sanjichhat
is the last major rezendvous before reaching Bhawan. The pilgrims
are overcome with a sense of achievement after the steep climb
and would like to break their Yatra here for a short rest
or some food and drink. The Shrine Board has kept these requirements
of the yatries in mind while providing for various facilities
at Sanjichhat.
Accommodation in the form of rooms and dormitories is available
here. Although this accommodation is booked from the Enquiry
and Reservation Counter in Katra and is usually booked well
in advance, yet spot booking is possible in case accommodation
is available. As a thumb rule, however it is advisable to
obtain confirmed booking by sending a demand draft in the
name of Chief Executive Officer Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine
Board, Katra payable at Katra. On line booking is also possible
through the website; www.maavaishnodevi.org. In addition to
rented rooms, free rest rooms and halls are also available
on a first come basis.
 
In addition to accommodation facilities, a Bhojanalya managed
by the Shrine Board is also available at Sanjichhat. Here
hygienic food is available on no profit no loss basis. There
are other facilities too. A 24 bedded hospital with basic
facilities, a Souvenir shop, a blanket store are some of them.
There are many private shop selling tea, coffee, cold drinks,
eatables etc. STD PCOs are also available. Announcements for
lost and found and a wireless station have also been provided
for the welfare of the yatries.
Sanjichhat is also important because of another reason. The
helipad is available here and yatries reaching by helicopter
land at Sanjichhat. Similarly for the return helicopter journey,
yatries have to reach the helipad at Sanjichhat in order to
board the helicopter.
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