Religious sites in Punjab

Sacred Sites of Punjab

Punjab’s religious landscape features diverse architectural styles and deep historical significance, ranging from the Moroccan-inspired Moorish Mosque in Kapurthala to the gold-leafed Shri Harmandir Sahib in Amritsar. This collection includes pivotal Sikh gurdwaras like Ramsar Sahib, where the Adi Granth was compiled, and the historic Rauza Sharif Sufi shrine. Visitors can explore the Ahmadiyya landmarks in Qadian and ancient Hindu sites like Jalandhar’s Devi Talab Mandir, reflecting the region's complex spiritual heritage.

Sacred Sites of Punjab — Map

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Moorish Mosque, Kapurthala

The Moorish Mosque, Kapurthala situated in Kapurthala in the Indian State of Punjab is patterned on the lines of the Grand Mosque of…

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Rauza Sharif

Rauza Sharif is a shrine in the Punjab state of India dedicated to the Sufi teacher Shaikh Ahmad al-Faruqī al-Sirhindī.

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Gurudwara Ramsar Sahib

Situated near the Golden Temple, this gurdwara marks the site where Guru Arjan Dev compiled the Adi Granth in 1604. It stands beside the Ramsar Sarovar, the smallest of Amritsar's five holy pools.

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Ananpur Sahib Gurudwara

Located in the holy city of Anandpur Sahib, this site is central to Sikh history as the birthplace of the Khalsa panth. The area is known for its white marble architecture and the annual Hola Mohalla festival.

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Gurudwara Bibeksar Sahib

Constructed by Guru Hargobind in 1628, this gurdwara sits on the banks of the Bibeksar Sarovar. It was historically used as a meeting place for scholars to discuss spiritual and intellectual matters.

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Hanuman Mandir

A Hindu temple in Amritsar dedicated to Lord Hanuman. It is particularly significant during the annual Langoor Mela held during Navratri, when devotees gather to offer prayers and perform traditional rituals.

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Shri Harmandir Sahib

The Golden Temple is a gurdwara located in the city of Amritsar, Punjab, India. It is the preeminent spiritual site of Sikhism.

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White Minaret

The Minaret-ul-Masih is a stone tower and monument standing beside the Aqsa Mosque in Qadian, India.

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Aqsa Mosque, Qadian

The Aqsa Mosque or Masjid Aqsa is an Ahmadi mosque in Qadian, India. The mosque was built by Mirza Ghulam Murtaza, father of Mirza Ghulam…

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Devi Talab Mandir

This historic Hindu temple in Jalandhar is dedicated to Goddess Durga and is over 200 years old. It features a large sacred tank and a shrine designed to resemble the Amarnath Cave.

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Church

Christian place of worship located in the Moga district of Punjab.

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