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Description
The (also known as Sri Harmandir Sahib or Darbar Sahib) is the holiest shrine of Sikhism, located in Amritsar, Punjab, India. It is not just a religious site but also a symbol of equality, spirituality, and peace.
About the Golden Temple
Built in 1581 by Guru Arjan
Dev Ji, the 5th Sikh Guru.
The temple is surrounded by a
large sacred water tank called the Amrit Sarovar (“Pool of Nectar”), from which the city
Amritsar gets its name.
The upper floors of the temple
are covered with pure gold plating, giving it its famous name “Golden Temple.”
Open to people of all
religions, castes, and backgrounds.
Home to the Guru Granth Sahib
Ji, the holy scripture of Sikhism.
Key Highlights & Visiting Places Inside/around
Harmandir Sahib (Main Temple)
The sanctum where Guru Granth Sahib Ji is placed.
Amrit Sarovar
The holy tank where devotees take a dip, believed to have healing powers.
Akal Takht Sahib
The highest temporal seat of Sikh authority, established by Guru Hargobind Ji.
Langar Hall
The world’s largest community kitchen, serving free meals to over 50,000 people daily, regardless of religion or status.
Central Sikh Museum
Displays Sikh history, paintings, and artifacts
arshani Deori (Entrance Gate)
Beautifully decorated gateway leading to the temple.
Spiritual & Cultural Experience
Kirtan (devotional
music) is
continuously sung inside the sanctum.
24/7 open for
visitors.
Langar (community
meal) A
unique tradition where everyone sits together on the floor and eats as equals.
The temple glows spectacularly
at night with golden reflections in the water.
How to Reach
By Air: Sri
Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, Amritsar (about 13 km).
By Train:
Amritsar Junction (2 km away).
By Road: Well
connected to Delhi, Chandigarh, and other major cities.
Nearby Attractions in Amritsar
Jallianwala
Bagh – Memorial of the 1919 massacre.
Wagah Border
Ceremony – Daily India-Pakistan border retreat ceremony.
Partition
Museum – Dedicated to 1947 Partition history.
Durgiana
Temple – A Hindu temple with architecture similar to the Golden Temple.
Tour Details
Date
25 May 2025 - 31 May 2025
Destination
Eidnesburg
Duration
4 Day, 3 Night
Departure
25 May 2025, 04:45 AM
Return
31 May 2025, 10:00 PM
Total Peoples
28
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