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NADAUN, BATTLE

Explore the 1691 Battle of Nadaun where Guru Gobind Singh supported hill barons against imperial forces. Discover its legacy and Gurdwara PatshahT Dasviri.

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NURSHAH

Explore Guru Nanak's visit to Assam's land of magic, where he encountered Nurshah, the queen of sorceresses, and spread the message of divine truth.

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PREM AMBODH POTHI

Discover 'Prem Ambodh Pothi', a 1693 masterpiece on famous bhaktas' lives, attributed to Guru Gobind Singh. Unpublished verses in Hindi & Punjabi.

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RIYASTI AKALI DAL

Discover the history of Riyasti Akali Dal, a pivotal Sikh political forum in princely Punjab, advocating for democratic rights from 1939 to 1956.

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SAID KHAN

Discover the tale of Mughal general Said Khan, whose encounter with Guru Gobind Singh shifted destiny from conquest to spiritual devotion.

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SHAHZADA

Explore Shahzada, Bhai Mardana's son, a devoted minstrel of Guru Nanak and accomplished kirtan performer, continuing his father's musical legacy.

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SUNDARI, MATA

Explore Mata Sundari's journey in Sikh history as the second wife of Guru Gobind Singh, known for her leadership and guidance in the community.

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UGANI

Explore UGANI's historic Gurdwara, dedicated to Guru Tegh Bahadur and Guru Gobind Singh, a spiritual gem near Rajpura managed by Shiromani Committee.

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AARTI
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Explore the deeper meaning of Aarti in Hinduism and Sikhism, where true worship goes beyond rituals and embraces the beauty of nature and truth.

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AATMA
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Explore the profound concept of Aatma and its connection to Paramaatma, God, and the transcendental self in Sikh and Hindu philosophies.

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SIKH ARCHITECTURE 2
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Explore the distinctive and largely unknown Sikh architectural style, with its rich history in gurdwaras, forts, and palaces, by S.S. Bhatti.

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SAMMAN BURJ
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Discover the captivating history and architecture of Samman Burj, the octagonal Mughal marvel in Lahore Fort, known for its royal and administrative legacy.

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