Jwala Ji at Kangra district has nine eternal flames burning from natural gas fissures — worshipped as the goddess herself, no idol. One of 51 Shakti Peethas. Emperor Akbar tried to extinguish the flames with water and gold — unsuccessfully.
One-way fares from major cities. Round trip is roughly 1.8× the one-way price (driver's return day built in). All fares include tolls, parking & driver allowance.
| From | Distance | Time | Sedan | SUV | Innova | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dharamshala | 59 km | 1 hrs | ₹2,500 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,900 | Details |
| Mandi | 94 km | 2 hrs | ₹2,500 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,900 | Details |
| Kullu | 116 km | 3 hrs | ₹2,500 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,900 | Details |
| Manali | 142 km | 3 hrs | ₹2,500 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,900 | Details |
| Kasol | 147 km | 4 hrs | ₹2,500 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,900 | Details |
| Shimla | 183 km | 4 hrs | ₹3,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,800 | Details |
| Chandigarh | 208 km | 5 hrs | ₹3,500 | ₹4,400 | ₹5,400 | Details |
| Delhi | 578 km | 14 hrs | ₹10,300 | ₹12,900 | ₹16,000 | Details |
Couples & solo travellers. Fine for tarred roads up to Manali/Shimla/Dharamshala.
Families of 4-5, moderate luggage, better ground clearance for last-mile rough stretches.
High-altitude routes (Kaza, Chandratal), 6 pax + luggage, best comfort on long drives.