The Golden Temple

The Golden Temple, admire worldwide for the architectural beauty and highly spiritual shrine of Sikhism in country.

The Golden Temple, known as Sri Harmandir Sahib, located in Amritsar. Golden Temple is built around the man-made pool (Sarovar) with the sanctum. The 12.25 x 12.25 sq. meter sanctum sits inside in Sarovar with two-storeys and a gold foil dome. This sanctum has a marble platform that is a 19.7 x 19.7 sq. meter and it’s approached by a causeway. At the beginning of the causeway the 6.2 m (20.3 ft) high and 6 m (20 ft) wide Darshani Deorhi Arch stands. Around the sanctum and the pool, Akal Takht and clock tower are the two buildings located in Temple complex.



Temple is not only known as the holiest Gurdwara of Sikhism, it’s known for humanity and brotherhood. Everyone from every cast and religious can visit and seek spiritual consolation without any barrier. It also represents the distinct identity, heritage and glory of Sikhism. It also includes the world’s largest free Kitchen, capable of serving food to 300,000 people a day. Numerous number of domestic as well as international travelers visit The Golden Temple every year.

The Golden Temple is open daily and admission is free. Make sure to remove your shoes, cover your head and wash your hands and feet before entering. Remember to walk clockwise around the pool. For more details visit Temple’s official website.

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