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Jallianwala Bagh
Wagah Border
Akal Takhth
Maharaja Ranjit Singh Museum
Bathinda Fort
Goindwal Sahib

Golden Temple

Location: Golden Temple Rd, Atta Mandi, Katra Ahluwalia, Amritsar, Punjab 143006 , India

Significance: The holy tank of the Golden Temple is considered as very holy and the Sikh people try to pay a visit to this temple and for taking a holy bath at the tanks of the temple.

Built By: Guru Arjan
Spread Over: 150 sq. m.
Year of Construction: 1604
Timings: It opens at 3am in morning and closes at 10PM in the evening.
Fee: Rs 0

History of Golden Temple

Brilliant Temple is otherwise called Sri Harmandir Sahab and Sri Darbar Sahab. Guru Arjun Dev, the fifth Sikh Guru, gave the possibility of development of a sanctuary where Sikhs can come and love. The land for the sanctuary was purchased from the Zamindars by Guru Ramdas. Hazrat Mian Mir Ji, a Muslim holy person, established the framework of the sanctuary and the development was directed by Guru Arjun Dev.

The master requested to construct the sanctuary at a lower level with four entryways, one toward every path. The development of the sanctuary was begun in 1588 and finished in 1601. Guru Granth Sahib was likewise introduced by Guru Arjun Dev and Baba Budha ji was selected as the primary peruser of the book. The sanctuary has the status of Ath Sath Tirth and Sikhs from different spots come here for journey.

Architecture Golden Temple

Brilliant Temple, or Sri Harmandir Sahib, is based on a 67 sq ft stage and is encompassed by a lake called the Amrit Sarovar (the pool of nectars), which is spread over a region of 150 sq. m. The sanctuary covers a zone of 40.5 sq ft. There are passages to the sanctuary on all the four sides, which represents the significance of acknowledgment and transparency. The place of worship is representative of the teachings of Sikkhism and furthermore speaks to the sublime quality all things considered. Its passage is a resplendent opening, with many-sided trim work. The stanzas from the Granth Sahib have been recorded on the entryway. The sanctuary's outside is plated with gold.

The Darshani Deori (a curve) remains at the shore part of the bargain. The door jamb of the curve is about 10ft in tallness and 8ft 6inches in expansiveness. The entryway sheets are enlivened with creative style. They open on to the boulevard or scaffold that prompts the fundamental structure of Sri Harimandir Sahib. It is 202 feet long and 21 feet in width. The extension is associated with the 13 feet wide 'Pardakshna' (circumambulatory way). It keeps running round the fundamental sanctuary and prompts the 'Har ki Paure' (ventures of God). On the primary floor of 'Har ki Paure', there is nonstop perusing of Guru Granth Sahib.

How to Reach Golden Temple

  • Air: There are regular flights from other major cities of the country to Amritsar.

    Rail: Amritsar is well connected to other major cities of the country via regular trains.

    Road: You can easily get regular buses to Amritsar from other major cities of the country.

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