Jammu, Jammu and Kashmir · Jammu travel guide
Temple

Kol Kandoli Temple is a revered Hindu shrine near Jammu. It attracts local devotees and visitors.
| Time to spend | About 1 h (30 min–1.5 h) |
|---|---|
| Best time of day | 5:30–8 AM — morning aarti, cooler and quieter |
| Avoid | 12–3 PM — hot and busy with passing pilgrims |
| Best months | Oct–Mar |
| Months to avoid | May–Jun |
| Entry fee | Free entry |
| Opening hours | Mon–Sat: 4–12 AM; Sun: 4 AM–11 PM |
| Setting | Indoor & outdoor |
| Effort | Easy |
| Good for | Families, Elderly, Couples, Solo, Groups |
| Rating | 4.7 / 5 on Google (1,566 reviews) |
Navratri brings big pilgrim crowds; summers in Jammu are very hot.



Most visitors spend about 1 h; 30 min–1.5 h depending on pace.
5:30–8 AM, for morning aarti, cooler and quieter. The best months are Oct–Mar.
Entry is free.
Mon–Sat: 4–12 AM; Sun: 4 AM–11 PM.
Cover shoulders and knees; remove footwear