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Explore Bathinda's storied past: ancient fortresses, Sikh Gurdwaras, and historical tales of Bhati Rao. Dive into Punjab's intriguing history!

DODRA, village 5 km southwest of Samana (30° ll`N, 76° ll`E) in the Punjab/is sacred to Guru Tegh...

Explore the history and charm of Kot Shamir, a village significant for Guru Gobind Singh's visit in 1706, with the revered Gurdwara Patshahi Dasamt.

Discover SIDDHVAN KALAN, where Guru Hargobind once stayed, featuring a historic gurdwara with unique offerings and vibrant annual celebrations.

BHAROVAL, village 15 km east of Tarn Taran (31°27`N, 74°56`E) along the Tarn TaranGoindval road, is sacred to Guru Angad (1504-52), who stayed here awhile on his way back from Khan Chhapri to Khadur Sahib. The commemorative shrine formerly known as Guruana is now called Gurdwara Guru Angad Sahib. The present complex, reconstructed during the 1980`s, includes a marblefloored, rectangular divan hall, with the sanctum at the far end and a verandah around it.

GONDPUR, village 22 km south of Hoshiarpur (31°32`N, 75°55`E), in the Punjab, claims a historical shrine, Gurdwara Tahli Sahib, dedicated to Guru Hargobind, who came here from Pur Hi ran on his way to Kiratpur and stayed in a grove of tdhfi trees. A platform was raised on the site amid the grove as a memorial which came to be called Guru kian Tahlian. The platform was later replaced by a gurudwara. The present building, constructed in 1930, is a rectangular hall, with a sanctum at the northern end. A square room with a lotus dome above it tops the sanctum. In the adjoining compound are the Guru ka Langar and rooms for the grantht.

Explore Gurudwara Jand Sahib in Lahili Kalan, Punjab, honoring Guru Har Rai. Visit the ancient site with a domed sanctum and gold-plated pinnacle.

Discover the Gurdwara Chubachcha Sahib in Sarhali Kalan, a village near Amritsar, sacred to Guru Aijan. Experience its historic charm and spiritual significance.

Discover the sacred Gurdwara in Harpalpur, Patiala, honoring Guru Tegh Bahadur's visit. Explore history and culture at this revered site.

Explore Gurdwara Dukh Bhanjan Sahib in Lang, near Patiala, a site of historical significance where Guru Tegh Bahadur's 1665 visit is commemorated.

Discover the historical Gurdwara Gurplah Patshahi Chhevin in Punjab's SOTRAN village, a revered shrine dedicated to Guru Hargobind with annual fairs and rich history.

BIBHAUR, village close to Naya Nangal in Ropar district of the Punjab, is sacred to Guru Gobind Singh who resided here for some time in 1700-01 at the invitation of the Rao (chief) of Bibhaur. The commemorative Sikh shrine here is called Gurdwara Bibhaur Sahib. The present complex was raised during the 1960`s under the supervision of Sant Seva Singh of Anandpur. The divan hall, with the sanctum marked off by four huge pillars at the far end, stands on a marble topped terrace.

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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.