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TEMPLE · RAJASTHANSundha Mata
A hilltop marble temple to the goddess Sundha Mata in the Aravallis of Jalore, a favourite of pilgrims from Gujarat.
A goddess on a marble hilltop
Sundha Mata sits high on the Sundha hills of the Aravalli range in Jalore district, Rajasthan — a serene marble temple to the goddess, a form of Chamunda, drawing a steady stream of devotees.
The site is known for its cool hilltop setting, its ropeway and a seasonal waterfall, and is often described as one of the oldest marble temples in the region.
Close to the Gujarat border near Bhinmal, Sundha Mata is a much-loved pilgrimage for families from north Gujarat and beyond, easily paired with Mount Abu and Abu Road.
The marble temple of Sundha Mata crowns a green Aravalli hilltop.
Reasons to make the time
Sacred goddess
A revered form of the goddess Chamunda.
Hilltop setting
Cool Aravalli air and sweeping views.
Ropeway ride
A cable car up to the temple.
Seasonal waterfall
A pretty cascade after the monsoon.
Top sights in Sundha Mata
Photos via Wikimedia Commons
How to spend an hour or two
Take darshan
Visit the marble shrine of Sundha Mata.
Ride the ropeway
Take the cable car up for the views.
See the waterfall
After the rains, walk to the seasonal cascade.
Enjoy the views
Soak up the hilltop panorama over the plains.
Add Bhinmal
Stop in the historic town below.
When to go
Cool and clear — ideal for the hilltop temple.
Green hills and the waterfall at its best.
Hot on the plains, though the hilltop is milder.
💧 The waterfall only runs during and just after the monsoon — visit in the rains to catch it.
Timings & entry
- The temple and ropeway keep daytime hours.
- A cable car saves the climb to the shrine.
Getting there
By Air
Udaipur and Jodhpur are the nearest airports.
By Rail
Bhinmal and Jalore are the closest railheads.
By Road
About 250 km from Ahmedabad; often paired with Mount Abu.
Know before you go
Sundha Mata FAQ
What is Sundha Mata famous for?
A hilltop marble temple to the goddess Sundha Mata, a form of Chamunda, in the Aravallis of Jalore, with a ropeway and a seasonal waterfall.
How far is Sundha Mata from Gujarat?
About 250 km from Ahmedabad and close to the border near Bhinmal, easily combined with Mount Abu.
Is there a ropeway?
Yes, a cable car carries pilgrims up to the hilltop temple.
When can I see the waterfall?
During and shortly after the monsoon, when the seasonal cascade flows.
Which town is nearest?
Bhinmal, about 30 km away, with Jalore the district headquarters.
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