{"id":5665,"date":"2020-04-14T09:16:38","date_gmt":"2020-04-14T09:16:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/?p=5665"},"modified":"2024-09-30T10:04:42","modified_gmt":"2024-09-30T10:04:42","slug":"facts-about-golden-temple-amritsar","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/facts-about-golden-temple-amritsar\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 10 Facts About Golden Temple, Amritsar"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Amritsar is popular as one of the widely visited places of worship as the <strong>\u201cGolden Temple\u201d.<\/strong> It is a major pilgrimage site for Sikhs known for its sublime aura. Situated in the core of Amritsar city, the Golden Temple is highly revered by Gurudwara throughout the country.<\/p>\n<p>According to the ancient scriptures, Lord Buddha has meditated at this sacred site. At those times, this spot was only a lake enclosed by thick forests. Lord Buddha acknowledged this place as a perfect ground for meditation for saints, and sadhus. Let us know more about the interesting facts related to the Golden Temple in Amritsar city.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/facts-about-golden-temple-amritsar\/#10-interesting-facts-about-the-golden-temple-amritsar\" >10 Interesting Facts About the Golden Temple Amritsar:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/facts-about-golden-temple-amritsar\/#1-temple-foundation\" >1. Temple Foundation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/facts-about-golden-temple-amritsar\/#2-temple-construction\" >2. Temple Construction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/facts-about-golden-temple-amritsar\/#3-amrit-sarovar\" >3. Amrit Sarovar<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/facts-about-golden-temple-amritsar\/#4-architecture-and-renovation\" >4. Architecture and Renovation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/facts-about-golden-temple-amritsar\/#5-four-entrances\" >5. Four Entrances<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/facts-about-golden-temple-amritsar\/#6-free-food-service\" >6. Free Food Service<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/facts-about-golden-temple-amritsar\/#7-downward-stairs\" >7. Downward Stairs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/facts-about-golden-temple-amritsar\/#8-the-demise-of-baba-deep-singh-at-the-temple-floor\" >8. The demise of Baba Deep Singh at the temple floor<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/facts-about-golden-temple-amritsar\/#9-volunteer-service-by-devotees\" >9. Volunteer Service By Devotees<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/facts-about-golden-temple-amritsar\/#10-respects-all-religions\" >10. Respects all religions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/facts-about-golden-temple-amritsar\/#how-to-reach-golden-temple-amritsar\" >How to Reach Golden Temple Amritsar?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/facts-about-golden-temple-amritsar\/#best-time-to-visit-amritsar\" >Best Time to Visit Amritsar<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/facts-about-golden-temple-amritsar\/#best-time-to-visit-golden-temple\" >Best Time to Visit Golden Temple<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10-interesting-facts-about-the-golden-temple-amritsar\"><\/span>10 Interesting Facts About the Golden Temple Amritsar:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1-temple-foundation\"><\/span><strong>1. Temple Foundation<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The Foundation Stone of this temple is established by a Sufi saint named <strong>\u201cSai Hazrat Mian Mir\u201d.<\/strong> The Golden Temple, also called <strong>Sri Harmandir Sahib<\/strong> is a pinnacle of harmony, equality, and glory. Sri Harmandir Sahib has contributed significantly to informing the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/punjab-tours\/\"><strong>rich history of Punjab<\/strong><\/a>. It has made this sacred heritage a pious place of worship for the Sikhs.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2-temple-construction\"><\/span><strong>2. Temple Construction<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This construction got initiated by the <strong>Fifth Sikh Guru called Guru Arjan<\/strong>. He designed the complete construction of Sri Harmandir Sahib. It began in 1581 and was completed after eight years. After the demise of Sikh Guru <strong>\u201cGuru Govind Singh\u201d<\/strong>, the gurudwara was continuously attacked as well as demolished by the Islam rulers. In 1762, this spiritual heritage got completely devastated by gunpowder. A courageous Sikh ruler,<strong> Maharaja Ranjit Singh<\/strong> constructed this rich heritage again with marble and later decorated it with gold. He appointed Desa Singh for the maintenance, and operation of this temple.<\/p>\n<p>The temple got its name from its exterior covering of gold foil that got added to the marble construction by <strong>Maharaja Ranjit Singh<\/strong> around two centuries back post the construction. The dome present at the top of the temple is constructed from pure gold. The gurudwara is encased with elaborate gold panels. The ceiling of this temple is ornated with valuable gold and stones. The shrine is also called <strong>Harmandir Sahib or Darbar Sahib.<\/strong><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong>Read also: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/places-to-visit-near-chandigarh-in-october\/\">Discover Scenic Places Near Chandigarh for October Travels<\/a><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3-amrit-sarovar\"><\/span><strong>3. Amrit Sarovar<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7649 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Golden-Temple-Sarovar-Amritsar.jpg\" alt=\"Golden Temple (Amrit Sarovar)\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Golden-Temple-Sarovar-Amritsar.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Golden-Temple-Sarovar-Amritsar-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Golden-Temple-Sarovar-Amritsar-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Golden-Temple-Sarovar-Amritsar-20x15.jpg 20w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The Golden temple is enclosed by a manmade lake <strong>\u201cAmrit Sarovar\u201d<\/strong> which implies <strong>&#8216;The pool of nectar&#8217;.<\/strong> It is a major attraction for tourists who come to <strong>visit the Golden Temple<\/strong>. This pool lies close to the temple and has magical therapeutic qualities. It has been seen that devotees used to wash their feet, and hands in it. Sometimes they take a dip inside this pool before stepping inside the temple. It boasts an abundance of exotic fishes in it. In order to get to this temple, you will need to walk on water.<\/p>\n<p>The 1<sup>st<\/sup> floor of the shrine is inundated inside the manmade lake called <strong>\u201cAmrit Sarovar\u201d.<\/strong> It has been considered that by taking a dip in its sacred pond \u201cAmrit Sarovar\u201d. It is only visible at the time of <strong>Karsewa<\/strong>. Sikhs believe that by taking a bath in this river, their sins will wash away, and this holy water will attain salvation. A dip in this sacred river helps them attain spiritual possessions.\u00a0 Amrit Sarovar has the magical power to also cure disorders and ailments.<\/p>\n<div class=\"trending\">\n<div class=\"trending-title\"><strong>Suggested India Tour Itinerary:<\/strong><\/div>\n<ul class=\"list-tag\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/delhi-agra-jaipur-with-amritsar-golden-temple.html\">Delhi Agra Jaipur With Golden Temple<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/2-days-amritsar-golden-temple-tour-from-delhi.html\">2 Days Amritsar Tour from Delhi<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/delhi-agra-jaipur-amritsar-tour-from-mumbai.html\">Golden Triangle India Tour with Amritsar<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/10-days-rajasthan-trip-itinerary.html\">10 Days Rajasthan Tour Package<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/6-days-golden-triangle-tours-india.html\">6 Days Golden Triangle Tours<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/7-days-golden-triangle-tour.html\">7 Days Golden Triangle Tour<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/4-days-3-nights-jodhpur-jaisalmer-itinerary.html\">4 Days Jodhpur and Jaisalmer Tour<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4-architecture-and-renovation\"><\/span><strong>4. Architecture and Renovation<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The splendid structure of the Golden Temple with its glittering golden walls and complicated and elaborate designs is a retreat for your eyes. It stands tall in the center of an enormous pool that gives the impression that this spectacular temple is moving on the water. This is an amazing sight and leaves a stamp on the soul.<\/p>\n<p>In 1990, the temple got renovated. This reconstruction took around four years the completion the work. The entire renovation comprised <strong>500 kgs of pure 24-karat gold.<\/strong> The cost of the gold used for reconstructing the temple is 130 crores as of today. It has been supposed that the splendor of the <strong>Golden Temple reached the 25th century.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Golden Temple is the finest example that showcases the Mughal, as well as the Indian style of architecture. The exquisite architecture of this temple makes it a distinctive blend of Islam, and Hindu architecture. The entire shrine is ornated with marble-based sculptures and beautiful paintings that share a similarity in resemblance with the <strong>Taj Mahal<\/strong>. In this holy site, the priests chant the sacred <strong>Guru Granth Sahib<\/strong> that adds to the implicit appeal of this Temple.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5-four-entrances\"><\/span><strong>5. Four Entrances<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Another important fact about this temple is it has a total of four entrances that face a different direction such as <strong>the East, the North, the South, and the West<\/strong>. This feature of entering from 4 different sides of it displays its acceptance and openness.<\/p>\n<p>It implies that the temple welcomes devotees from different regions of the world. Devotees belonging to different religions, creeds, and castes are permitted to enter the temple premises.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6-free-food-service\"><\/span><strong>6. Free Food Service<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5690 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/free-food-Service-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Free-food-Service\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/free-food-Service-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/free-food-Service-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/free-food-Service-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/free-food-Service-20x11.jpg 20w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/free-food-Service.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Golden Temple is known to organize the largest langar Sevathroughout the country. Golden Temple is the largest <strong>\u201cfree of cost\u201d kitchen in the world.<\/strong> Every day, the temple serves more than <strong>50,000 people daily.<\/strong> On religious events, this number even rises to 1akh or more. The delicious meal served here comprises <strong>chapatis, veggies, dal, and kheer.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The expense for the food served at this temple is done by the donations received from devotees. To date, the temple has served <strong>lakhs of devotees on a daily basis.<\/strong> The temple doesn\u2019t differentiate any person on the basis of their <strong>religion, caste, or creed.<\/strong> It treats every devotee equally.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7-downward-stairs\"><\/span><strong>7. Downward Stairs<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The stairs in the temple go downwards. This is a peculiar feature of this temple. It is different from Hindu temples where the stairs are taken in an upward direction to the temple, and always constructed on a raised stage above the ground.<\/p>\n<p>This design symbolizes the humble mode of living. As the temple is distinctively set up at a low level under the ground, its stairs lead to the temple that goes downwards.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8-the-demise-of-baba-deep-singh-at-the-temple-floor\"><\/span><strong>8. The demise of Baba Deep Singh at the temple floor<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>One of the honorable martyrs in Indian History <strong>\u201cBaba Deep Singh\u201d<\/strong> took his last breath on the premises of this temple. Baba Deep Singh died while fighting the <strong>battle in 1757 to save Amritsar from the attack of Jahan Khan.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>He fought this fierce battle with the troop of <strong>5000 men<\/strong>, his head got detached from the body. He kept his head in place with one of his hands and chivalrously fought against the enemies to reach the religious site and die on the floor.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9-volunteer-service-by-devotees\"><\/span><strong>9. Volunteer Service By Devotees<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5689 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Devote.jpg\" alt=\"Devote\" width=\"1024\" height=\"680\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Devote.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Devote-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Devote-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Devote-20x13.jpg 20w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Millions of devotees visit the temple to get blessings. The maintenance, and operation of the iconic gurudwara are fully managed via donations.\u00a0 The regular task to cook, cleaning, and serving food is entirely managed by the helpers who provide their free services to the shrine.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10-respects-all-religions\"><\/span><strong>10. Respects all religions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In the Golden temple, around 35% of the total pilgrims who visit it are not Sikhs. In this way, this temple is famous among devotees of all religions, castes, creeds, etc. and the temple also welcomes them without any discrimination.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Read Also:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/best-hotels-near-golden-temple-amritsar\/\">Hotels Near Golden Temple Amritsar<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/best-hotels-near-golden-temple-amritsar\/\">Top 10 Hotels Near Golden Temple Amritsar<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/golden-temple-amritsar-things-to-do-best-time-to-visit-how-to-reach\/\">Golden Temple, Amritsar: Things To Do, Best Time To Visit, How To Reach<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/baisakhi-celebration-in-punjab\/\">Baisakhi Celebration in Punjab<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-to-reach-golden-temple-amritsar\"><\/span>How to Reach Golden Temple Amritsar?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Golden Temple Amritsar is one of the most popular tourist destinations in India. It is located in the city of Amritsar, in the state of Punjab. The best way to reach Golden Temple Amritsar is by air. The airport closest to Amritsar is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, which is about 12 kilometers from the city center. From there, you can take a taxi or an auto-rickshaw to Golden Temple Amritsar.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"best-time-to-visit-amritsar\"><\/span>Best Time to Visit Amritsar<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The best time to visit the Amritsar is between October and March. This is because the weather is cooler and there are fewer crowds. The temple is open from 6 am to 10 pm, so you can visit at any time of day. However, it&#8217;s best to avoid visiting during the midday heat.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"best-time-to-visit-golden-temple\"><\/span>Best Time to Visit Golden Temple<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The best time to visit the Golden Temple Amritsar is in the morning. The temple opens at 4:00 am and the line to get in can be quite long. However, if you go early in the morning, you can avoid the crowds and enjoy the peace and quiet of the temple. The temple is also beautiful in the early morning light.<\/p>\n<p>You can reach the temple by taking a train to the Amritsar Railway Station. From there, you can either take a taxi or an auto-rickshaw to the temple. The temple is open all day, so you can visit anytime that is convenient for you.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Suggested Article:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/facts-about-khajuraho-temple\/\">Top 10 Facts About Khajuraho Temple, Madhya Pradesh<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/facts-about-the-taj-mahal\/\">Top 10 facts about the Taj Mahal, Agra<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/list-of-religious-places-and-temples-in-punjab\/\">List of Religious Places and Temples in Punjab<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/best-places-for-spiritual-enlightenment-in-india\/\">10 Best Places for Spiritual Enlightenment in India<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/top-most-famous-temple-in-north-india\/\">Top 20 Most Famous Temples in North India<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/facts-about-the-konark-sun-temple-odisha\/\">Top 10 facts about the Konark Sun Temple, Odisha<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/places-to-visit-in-north-india-in-april\/\">Best Places to visit in North India in April<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/list-of-the-12-jyotirlingas-temple-in-india\/\">12 Jyotirlingas Temple in India<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/celebration-of-maha-shivratri-in-india\/\">Celebration of the Maha Shivratri in India<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Amritsar is popular as one of the widely visited places of worship as the \u201cGolden Temple\u201d. 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