AKAL BUNGA
AKAL BUNGA, lit. the abode of the Timeless One, is the building that houses the Akal Takht in the precincts...
Architecture
Sikh architecture is a fascinating blend of functionality and symbolism, deeply rooted in the principles of Sikhism. It reflects the spirit of community, equality, and humility. Sikh architecture isn't just about the structures but also about the philosophies they embody. It's an architectural style that invites everyone in and serves as a testament to the inclusive and compassionate spirit of Sikhism.
ANARKALI
ANARKALI, the oldest Mughal tomb in Lahore, was built between 1605 and 1615 by Emperor Jahangir for his former favourite...
BAOLI
BAOLI or bavali is a masonry well with steps leading down to water level. This is perhaps the oldest type...
BUNGAS
BUNGASThe word bunga is derived from the Persian bungah, meaning a hospice or a dwelling place. In the Sikh tradition,...
CASTLE HILL
CASTLE HILL, an 182acre estate in Mussoorie, a hill city in the Himalayas, which was the summer residence for a...
GHARIBDASIAS
GHARIBDASlAS, followers of Sant Gharibdas (1717-78), also known as Satsahibias for their peculiar form of greeting which is 'Sat Sahib,'...
GOBINDGARH FORT
GOBINDGARH FORT, raised in the lime of Maharaja Ranjit Singh on the ruins of an old fortress built at Amritsar...
HARIMANDAR
HARIMANDAR (lit. the House of God; hari = Visnu, or God; mandar = temple, house), Golden Temple to the English...
MUKHLISGARH FORT
MUKHLISGARH FORT on the lower slopes of the Sivalak foothills in Sadhaura parganah of Sirhind sarkar was, established by Mukhlis...
QILA GUJJAR SINGH
QILA GUJJAR SINGH, a residential area within the limits of Lahore, was designated a "fort" when in April 1765 the...
RAM RAUNI
RAM RAUNI, later known as Ramgarh Fort, was a small mud fortress built in April 1748 near Ramsar, in Amritsar,...
RAM SINGH, SARDAR BAHADUR
RAM SINGH, SARDAR BAHADUR (d. 1916), eminent architect, was born in a Ramgarhia family and started working in a woodcarver`s...
