Shri Hazur Sahib
Nanded, India
- Attend the morning prayer service.
- Explore the Gurudwara complex and museum.
- Meditate in the serene atmosphere.
- Participate in the Langar (community kitchen).
- View the historical weapons of Guru Gobind Singh.
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Description:
Shri Hazur Sahib, also known as Takht Sri Hazur Sahib, is one of the five Takhts (seats of temporal authority) of Sikhism. Located in Nanded, Maharashtra, India, it marks the site where Guru Gobind Singh, the tenth Sikh Guru, spent his last days and was cremated in 1708. The Gurudwara is a magnificent structure built in the late 1830s by Maharaja Ranjit Singh. Its architecture is a blend of Sikh and Rajput styles, featuring intricate carvings, gilded domes, and a serene atmosphere. Visitors can experience the spiritual significance of the place, admire the beautiful architecture, and learn about the life and teachings of Guru Gobind Singh. The complex also houses several historical artifacts related to the Guru.
History:
Guru Gobind Singh arrived in Nanded in 1708 after a journey through Rajasthan and Maharashtra. He established a camp and spent his final days here. After being stabbed by an assassin, he declared that the Guru Granth Sahib would be the eternal Guru of the Sikhs, ending the line of human Gurus. His cremation took place at the site where the main shrine now stands. Maharaja Ranjit Singh commissioned the construction of the present Gurudwara between 1832 and 1837. The Gurudwara preserves many relics of Guru Gobind Singh, including his weapons, which are displayed to devotees. The site holds immense historical and spiritual importance for Sikhs worldwide, commemorating the end of the lineage of living Sikh Gurus and the establishment of the Guru Granth Sahib as the eternal guide.