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3 GUJ AIR SQN NCC RAJKOT GROUP,GUJARAT DTE. Golden Temple Golden Temple is a beautiful holy shrine located in India. Furthermore, one of the most noteworthy features of this temple is its golden colour which just mesmerizes anyone. This essay on Golden Temple will explore the religious significance and beauty of this shrine. Religious Significance of Golden Temple Sri Harmandir Sahib, also known as the “Golden Temple”, is a beautiful holy shrine located in Amritsar, Punjab, India. Furthermore, it is the holiest shrine in Sikhism and as such many Sikhs visit it on daily basis. It is a major destination for Sikhs besides being a popular tourist attraction. The creation of the “Golden Temple” and the Sikh religion took place during a time when the presence of the caste system in India was very strong. Due to the caste system, the low caste people had to suffer a lot. During this time, the Mughal Empire came into power. One of the reasons for the creation of Sikhism was to fight off the Mughal Empire and foreign invaders. Another important reason for the origin of this religion was to give people equality irrespective of wealth, gender, caste, etc. The site of the shrine is where Sage Valmiki is believed to have written the epic, Ramayana. Moreover, many believe that Rama and Sita spent their fourteen-year exile in Amritsar, which is now the epicentre of Sikhism. Visitors, male or female, must cover their heads before entering the temple premises. Moreover, the Guru Granth Sahib is in the Temple during the day, while at night, it is in the Akal Takht or Eternal Throne. The beauty of the Golden Temple The most famous and attractive aspect of the Golden temple is its glittering golden dome and appearance. Furthermore, the temple is built on marble that is 67-ft square. Moreover, the temple is a two-storey structure. Maharaja Ranjit Singh is responsible for the building of the upper half of the building with a gold leaf that is approximately 400 kg. Moreover, there are a number of famous temples surround the Golden Temple. Also, the construction of the pool, whose name is Amritsar or Amrit Sarovar, here was by the fourth Guru of Sikhs, Guru Ram Das. The brilliant architecture of the temple gives it a unique look. Furthermore, the surrounding Amritsarovar pool enhances the beauty of the shrine. During the night time, the golden reflection of the temple in the pool is really a sight to behold. To the south of the temple is a beautiful garden where one can easily attain peace of mind. The Central Sikh Museum, which is atop the Clock Tower, adds to the charm of the temple’s surroundings. Conclusion of the Essay on Golden Temple Golden Temple is one of the holiest religious sites of the Sikh community. Furthermore, this beautiful shrine, besides being a symbol of the Sikh religion, is also the pride of India. This temple continues to amaze people with its spectacular golden colour. Jai hind ! Cadet Shifa Ajameri Reg.No.;GUJ/SWF20/316564.

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Golden Temple Golden Temple, Amritsar Golden Temple or Harmandir Sahib is the place of pilgrimage for Sikhs located in Amritsar. The temple was designed by Guru Arjun Dev, the fifth Sikh guru. There is no restriction for the member of any community or religion to visit the temple. This tutorial will let you know about the history of the temple along with the structures present inside. You will also get the information about the best time to visit it along with how to reach the temple. Audience This tutorial is designed for the people who would like to know about the history of Golden Temple along with the interiors and design of the temple. This temple is visited by many people from India and abroad. Prerequisites This is a brief tutorial designed only for informational purpose. There are no prerequisites as such. All that you should have is a keen interest to explore new places and experience their charm. Copyright & Disclaimer Copyright 2017 by Tutorials Point (I) Pvt. Ltd. All the content and graphics published in this e-book are the property of Tutorials Point (I) Pvt. Ltd. The user of this e-book is prohibited to reuse, retain, copy, distribute, or republish any contents or a part of contents of this e-book in any manner without written consent of the publisher. We strive to update the contents of our website and tutorials as timely and as precisely as possible, however, the contents may contain inaccuracies or errors. Tutorials Point (I) Pvt. Ltd. provides no guarantee regarding the accuracy, timeliness, or completeness of our website or its contents including this tutorial.
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