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Famous Gurudwaras in Punjab

The Famous Gurudwaras in Punjab

Gurudwaras aren’t just places of divinity and sanctity. They embody the privileges of serenity, peacefulness, and hold stories of bravery and compassion in their hearts.Gurudwaras are the food langers gifted to the world by Sikhism, the religion followed by the Sikh community who are synonymous with Punjab. One can walk up into any Gurudwara in the world and sit down for a warm meal because anyone is welcome in there irrespective of age, caste, and religion. Listening to the Gurbani and feeling the serene calmness that comes with the place is what many people find fascinating. Sikhism, a religion which is a reflection of bravery, holds together the bonds of equality and cultural values together till today without any discrimination towards any other religions of the world.Lets us know about the famous Gurudwaras of Punjab motivate you to visit them.

  1. Takht Shri Keshgarh Sahib – Anandpur Sahib: Takht means the seat of Sikhs were the military and political advances of Sikhs used to be discussed. It is of the holiest importance in Sikhism and is located in the district of Anandpur Sahib. The Takht Shri Keshgarh Sahib is one of the five most important Takhts of Sikhism. The importance of this Takht is that it’s the birthplace of a system called Khalsa, which identifies various sects of Sikhs. Due to confusion arising between the brave Sikhs and the men they were fighting against the five K’s were established which are used till today to identify the Sikh warriors.
  2. Gurudwara Dukh Nivaran Sahib – Patiala: The ninth guru, Guru Tegh Bahadur, upon the request of villagers took shelter here in Patiala. A mysterious disease was being experienced n the area and the guru sought under a banyan tree which was by a pond. The seat was later called Dukh Nivaran and many people claim that even if today you take a dip in the pond, all ailments wash away.Famous Gurudwaras in Punjab
  3. Gurudwara Fatehgarh sahib – Sirhind: This Takht has a very important history with regards to the history of India, Mughals and the ordeal the Sikhs had to suffer. The Mughals were not impressed with the growing community and felt a certain threat from this community. Many wars were fought to retain and maintain the rights of the community. It was in the war fought at Fatehgarh Sikhri that Guru Gobind Singh’s mother and his two sons (9 and 7 years old) were captured by the Mughals. The brave sons chose death over the conversion of religion. This place is hailed as the epitome of bravery and sacrifice for the betterment of Sikhism and the community.                                                                                                                       https://lifestylepatterns.com/tourist-places/10-must-visit-places-in-kolkata/
  4. Gurudwara Darbar Sahib Tarn Taran- Tarn Taran, Majha: This gurudwara was founded by the fifth guru Guru Shri Arjan Dev. It is fondly called as Tarn Taran and is home to one of the biggest holy tanks in the world. This gurudwara was the base of the Sikh rebellion and was working on the idea of declaring Punjab as a separate nation.
  5. Sri Harmindar Sahib- Golden Temple, Amritsar: The Golden Temple is one of the most famous Gurudwaras in punjab. It was the very first pilgrimage site built for all Sikhs to come together and pray. It is noteworthy that a Muslim Saint laid the very foundation of the Golden Temple and many Sikh leaders took care of the construction on site.  Maharaja Ranjit Singh bestowed the gurudwara with Gold and hence the name Golden Temple.