Final Transit

The Golden Temple

[tag]Sri Harmandir Sahib[/tag] aka [tag]Sri Darbar Sahib[/tag]

The [tag]Golden Temple[/tag], located in [tag]Amritsar[/tag], is the most sacred [tag]shrine [/tag]in [tag]Sikhism [/tag]and was built in 1601 A.D. The temple has entrances from 4 directions and is surrounded by a large pool of holy water. It is a place of both stupendous beauty and sublime peacefulness, especially at night.

The temple complex houses large dharamshalas (hostels) and a langar (Free Kitchens) which serve delicious food. At any time, one can see scores of people praying, meditating or taking a dip into the holy water. The whole place is run by volunteers who assist in making and serving food, water, etc. as well as cleaning and maintaining the place.

Photo from my Amritsar visit (May 2006).

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2 Responses to “The Golden Temple”. Add Yours

1. #1

   Raji ‌ Sep 04, 2006 11:12

   Interesting…!
   Nice photos.
   and I too envy you for doing things I would love to do !
   Keep enjoying….
   : )

2. #2

   Kaushal Chandak ‌ Sep 11, 2006 21:43

   I need an article on Amritsar city for my http://india-travel.co.in ;I would mail you templete if you have time.

   !!

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