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In India religion is a way of life, and thus it is no wonder that the country is dotted with many pilgrimage centers that reflect the rich culture and heritage of India. Though India is a land of diversity, one can get to see the unity among its people through the festivals that are celebrated across the country. This prospering land of Amritsar houses many ancient temples that provide eternal peace of mind and soul and are thronged by the devotees who echo the importance of religion and the age-old traditions of the country. A visit to all these scared temples unveils the religious tours in Amritsar.
The Golden temple, which was known as Sri Harmandir Sahib, got its name after Hari, the temple of God. In the bygone era, during the rule of Maharaja Ranjit Singh, this temple was ornated with precious stones and gems, golden embellishments and marble figurines. The spiritual ambiance of the Golden Temple induces the the tourists to visit this place again and again. The holy scripture of the Sikhs, Guru Grantha Sahib, is placed here on a jewel-studded dais. Various Hindu and Muslim saints, and ten Sikh gurus composed various hymns, prayers and poems which were complied into this holy scripture. Guru Arjan Sahib, who also created the design of this great architectural monument, was instrumental in the construction of this temple. A visit to the Golden Temple cannot be missed while planning the religious tours in Amritsar.
The pristine lake that lies beneath the temple is crowded by devotees throughout the year with the belief that all their bad deeds would get washed off through the holy waters of this lake, thus making their souls clean. The temple complex houses dinning halls that cater food to the pilgrims, and also a dormitory for the lodging of the pilgrims. All the pilgrims visiting this temple are treated with equality regardless of their caste, creed, gender and religion. This temple maintains the level of cleanliness and hygiene, thus ensuring a comfortable stay for the pilgrims.
Pandit Madan Mohan Malviya, a great political leader and reformer of India, laid the foundation stone of the Durgiana Mandir. The impressive architectural design of the Durgiana Mandir mirror inspiration from the Golden Temple. This temple rises amidst a tank and is covered with sunshades and a central dome. This temple is devoted to Goddess Durga and is also known as Lakshmi Narayan Temple. The sacred Ram Tirth, which is believed to be the place of hermitage of Maharishi Valmiki- the author of Ramayana-is located at a distance of 16 kilometers from Amritsar. It is also believed that Sita gave birth to Luv and Kush here.
The mosque at Fatehabad, located at an approximate distance of 40 kilometers from Amritsar, reflects the aesthetics of the great artists of past era and leaves the people who visit this place spellbound with its delicate paintings that decorate the walls of this holy place. The religious tours in Amritsar let you explore the hidden treasures of the city that reflect the rich and vibrant heritage of Amritsar.
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