Mata Balaji Sundri Temple is an ancient shrine situated atop the
Shivalik Hills in Parole,
Kathua District. It dates back over 2000 years and is 5000 feet above sea level.
Mata Balaji Sundri Temple is nestled in the middle of a mango grove. Legend has it that once when a Brahmin was cutting grass; his sickle struck a stone which started oozing blood. He placed the stone under a Banyan tree and started worshipping it. This stone is enshrined as the idol in the shrine. The temple conducts a fair during Navratras.
Regular bus service is available from Kathua, 13 km away. The nearest railhead is Kathua Railway Station.
