The Golden Temple of Amritsar
Harmandir Sahib: The Golden Temple of Amritsar
Harmandir Sahib: The Golden Temple of Amritsar
Founded
in 1577 by Ram Das, Amritsar is an important hub of Sikh history and culture.
The main attraction here is Harmandir Sahib, opened in 1604 and still often
referred to as the Golden Temple for its beautiful gold decoration.
The
holiest of India's many Sikh shrines (it also attracts many Hindus and people
of other faiths), the temple was built in a blend of Hindu and Islamic styles.
Its lower marble section features such flourishes as ornate inlaid floral and
animal motifs, while the large golden dome represents a lotus flower, a symbol
of purity to Sikhs.
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