Takht Sri Keshgarh Sahib stands on a hill in Anandpur Sahib, surrounded by other gurdwaras and defensive forts. The white marble complex with golden domes overlooks the town and the nearby Sutlej plains. It is one of the five Takhts (temporal seats) of Sikhism and the focal point of celebrations during Hola Mohalla, when Nihang warriors display martial skills.
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History & highlights
Anandpur Sahib was founded by Guru Tegh Bahadur, but it is especially associated with Guru Gobind Singh, who from here created the Khalsa on Baisakhi in 1699. Takht Sri Keshgarh Sahib marks the spot linked with the founding of the Khalsa and houses important Sikh relics such as weapons of Guru Gobind Singh. The town was heavily involved in late-17th-century battles between the Sikhs and hill chiefs/Mughal forces. Today, heritage projects such as the planned heritage street leading to the gurdwara aim to enhance its historic and spiritual character for pilgrims.
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