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 Golden Temple is an important pilgrimage centre of the Sikhs. Located in Amritsar, Punjab, Golden Temple attracts tourists and pilgrims in droves. The Golden Temple is an important landmark in Amritsar.
Built in the 16th century, the Golden Temple is an integral part of the Sikh religion. A Muslim saint Hazrat Mian Mir Ji of Lahore laid the foundation stone of the temple in 1588. The Golden Temple is a marvel in architecture. You can visit this wonder piece of architecture on your luxury Golden Temple travel. The temple was completed in 1601 and Guru Arjan Sahib installed Guru Granth Sahib (the holy book of Sikhs). He appointed Baba Budha Ji as the first Granthi (reader of Guru Granth Sahib).
The four gates of the temple signify the liberal and openness of the religion. The gates were specifically made to welcome all the people from all the four sides. The temple is surrounded by a lake that gives the Golden Temple a beautiful character.
Also known as the Harmandir Sahib, the Golden Temple is built in three stories. The dome of the temple is gold plated and hence the temple is known as Golden Temple.
The first storey of the temple is done in marble while the rest have gold plating. The walls of the temple are decorated with carved wooden panels and elaborate inlay work in gold and silver is another highlight of the temple architecture.
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