town

Explore Kotkapura, a town rich in Sikh history, with Gurdwara Sahib Patshahi Dasvin marking Guru Gobind Singh's 1705 camp, nestled in beautiful Punjab.

Discover Kartarpur Ravi, where Guru Nanak settled, shaping Sikh history. Visit the historic Gurdwara Kartarpur Sahib near the India-Pakistan border.

Explore Dera Baba Nanak—a sacred site by the Ravi River in Punjab, tied to Guru Nanak's legacy and home to historical gurdwaras and spiritual heritage.

BURHANPUR (21°18`N, 76°14`E), a medieval walled town on the banks of the River Tapti, is in East Nimar (Khandwa) district of Madhya Pradesh. It is a railway station, on the main DelhiItarsiBombay section of the Central Railway. There are two historical Sikh shrines in the town. GURDWARA SANGAT RAJGHAT PATSHAHI PAHILI, situated on the bank of the Tapti, perpetuates the memory of the sangat established in the wake of Guru Nanak`s visit in the early sixteenth century.

Discover Nankana Sahib, Guru Nanak's birthplace, with historical gurdwaras and cultural significance in Pakistan's Sheikhupura district.

CHHACHHRAULI, a small town about 12 km northeast of Jagadhri (30° 10`N, 77° 18`E) in Ambala district of Haryana, was the capital of the princely state of Kalsia. Guru Gobind Singh is believed to have visited Chhachhrauli during his sojourn at Kapal Mochan in 1688. The site was brought to light only in 1920 by Sant Harnam Singh of Mastuana, and the building was erected by Rani RanbTr Kaur of Kalsia in 1924.

NOHAR (29°12`N, 74°45`E) in Gariganagar district of Rajasthan, was visited by Guru Gobind Singh during hisjourney towards the South in 1706. He encamped near Chhip Talai, a pond southeast of the town. The local inhabitants, mostly followers of Jain and Vaisnava faiths, viewed the armed band of the Guru`s disciples with trepidation. The accidental trampling of a pigeon inside the town by a Sikh gave rise to much commotion. However, the Guru`s arrival at the scene pacified the people who were deeply impressed by his holy manner.

Explore Pakpatan, home to the tomb of Sufi saint Shaikh Farid ud Din and Gurdwara Nanaksar, marking Guru Nanak's sacred visit.

gurdwara dera sahib

Uncover how 'dera' signifies homes, temples, and monasteries across Punjab's cultural landscape, bridging historical roots and modern usage.

Discover the historical Gurdwaras in Phagwara, Punjab, sacred to Guru Hargobind, and experience vibrant festivals commemorating Sikh heritage.

DIPALPUR (30° 40`N, 73° 32`E), tahsil (subdivision) town of Montgomery (or Sahiwal) district of Pakistan, was, according to Miharban Janam Sakhi, visited by Guru Nanak (1469-1539) on his way back from Pakpattan to Talvandi. According to local tradition, the Guru sat under a dead pipal tree on the southeastern outskirts of the town. The tree foliated. Guru Nanak is also said to have cured a leper named Nuri or Nauranga.

rai bular bhatti

Explore the mystical bond between Rai Bular and Guru Nanak. Uncover stories of divine events and devotion in Talvandi Rai Bhoi.

1
4 years Ago

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

3
4 years Ago

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

5

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

7

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.