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Famous Women

Explore the life of Mata Damodari, wife of Guru Hargobind. Learn about her family ties and historic significance in Punjab's rich history.

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Famous Sikh personalities

Discover the legacy of Sant Sadharan, a devoted Sikh and carpenter, honored by Guru Amar Das, who preached Guru Nanak's teachings in Bakala.

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Punjab

DIRHBA, an old town 30 km southeast of Sangrur (30Â° 14`N, 75Â°50`E) in the Punjab, has a historical shrine commemorating the visit of Guru Tegh Bahadur during the third quarter of the seventeenth century. It is known as Gurdwara Sahib Patshahi IX and is situated on the bank of a deep pond on the northwestern outskirts of the town where the Guru is believed to have encamped. The sanctum is in the middle one of the three small cubicles built in a row.

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The British and Sikhs [1849 - 1947]

SARAGARHI, BATTLE OF

Discover the heroic tale of the Saragarhi battle fought by 22 Sikh soldiers against overwhelming odds on 12 Sept 1897 in the Tirah region.

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Philosophy

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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Philosophy

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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Architecture

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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Architecture

Explore Akal Bunga, the iconic site housing the Akal Takht in Amritsar, a symbol of Sikh religious authority. Learn its role and history here.