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Uncover the compelling moral lessons in Hikayat's Persian verse tales, exploring themes from romance to the macabre in medieval Indian literature.

Discover the intriguing history of Maratha chief Holkar, his retreat, and alliance with Sikh ruler Ranjit Singh after British defeats in 1804.

Husain Khan marched with a large army in 1696, aiming to avenge a defeat. Discover his role in the battle and the fierce outcome in this historical account.

Explore historical Gurdwara Nanaksar in HAKTMPUR, sacred to Guru Nanak and Guru Har Rai, featuring a 3-story building and annual fair. Visit today!

Discover Guru Har Krishan, the eighth Sikh Guru, known for his profound knowledge and spiritual insight at a young age. Learn about his inspiring journey.

Explore Hathi Singh's journey, a pretender to guruship, and his life from Delhi to Burhanpur. Discover his story and legacy in Sikh history.

HIMMAT SINGH, BHAI (1661-1705), one of the Parij Piare, or the Five Beloved, celebrated in Sikh history, was born in 1661 at Jagannath in a low caste family of water suppliers. He came to Anandpur at the young age of 17, and attached himself to the service of Guru Gobind Singh. Bhat Himmat, as he was called before his initiation, was one of the five Sikhs who one by one offered to lay down their heads in response to the Guru`s successive calls made at an assembly of the Sikhs especially summoned on the occasion of Baisakhi of 1756 Bk corresponding to 30 March 1699.

Explore the thrilling journey of John Holmes, a Eurasian soldier in Maharaja Ranjit Singh's army, and uncover his dual role as a British spy in the 1800s.

Explore Gurdwara Holgarh Sahib, a site rich in Sikh history where Guru Gobind Singh transformed Hola into a martial celebration. Visit for annual festivities.

Explore Hakim Rai's journey from Maharaja Ranjit Singh's army to influential roles in Punjab's history, including the Anglo-Sikh negotiations.

Discover the incredible journey of Josiah Harlan, a 19th-century adventurer who navigated allegiance between the British, Sikhs, and Afghans.

Visit Hathur, 20 km from Jagraon, to see the historical Gurdwara Chhevin Patshahi, commemorating Guru Hargobind's 1634 visit. Discover its rich history!