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Explore Dharamsala's roots as a Sikh institution, where devotion, service, and community gather. Experience its transformation into today's gurdwaras.

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Discover the intriguing history of Jaspat Rai, a pivotal figure in Punjab's past during Mughal rule, and his dramatic clash with Sikhs in 1746.

Explore Palahi, renowned for its historical Gurdwara and the annual fair honoring Guru Hargobind. Visit the site of the 1635 battle near Phagwara.

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Discover Gurdwara Agaul Sahib, renowned for its miraculous sweet sugarcane and healing Sarovar blessed by Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji. Visit 10 km from Nabha.

DIWAN KHANA GURUDWARA, LAHORE:This Gurdwara is situated near Chuni Mandi chowk, close to the birth place of Guru Ram Das ji. The Guru\'s ancestors belonged to Lahore. At the time of the marriage of one the sons his elder brother, Sahari Mal, the Guru asked his son (Guru) Arjan Dev to attend the cere money, as he himself was unable to attend the same.

Explore the life of Bhai Jhanda, a devoted Sikh of Guru Har Rai's time, known for his humility and service to the Sikh community and Guru.

Explore Gurdwara Panja Sahib in Pakistan, where Guru Nanak performed a miracle. This revered site offers a glimpse into Sikh history and spirituality.

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Discover Shaikh Farid, the first Punjabi poet and Sufi mystic, known for miracles and founding the Chishti Order in India. Uncover his intriguing legacy!

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Explore the life of Mata Jito ji, first wife of Guru Gobind Singh, and her pivotal role in Sikh history. Learn about her life, legacy, and memorial today.

Explore Patna Sahib, the hallowed birthplace of Guru Gobind Singh and a vital Sikh pilgrimage site. Uncover historical shrines and sacred gurdwaras.

BUNGA, 5 km south of Kiratpur Sahib (31 °10`N, 76t)35`E) in Ropar district of the Punjab, claims a historical shrine Gurdwara Bunga Sahib, also called Chubachcha Sahib, dedicated to Guru Har Rai. Guru Har Rai, Nanak VII, complying with his predecessor`s instruction, continued to maintain at Kiratpura body of armed Sikhs, 2,200 strong. Bunga was the place where their horses were kept. At the back of the Gurdwara, there is a row of rooms one of which has within it a square pit symbolizing the original chubachcha or trough where the horse feed was mixed. From this the shrine came to be called Chubachcha Sahib.

Explore Gaggobua, sacred to Guru Hargobind and Baba Bir Singh. Visit historic Gurdwaras and immerse yourself in its spiritual legacy.

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

The Sikh Encyclopedia

This website based on Encyclopedia of Sikhism by Punjabi University , Patiala by Professor Harbans Singh.