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GOLDEN TEMPLE
The golden temple is the most holy site for the Sikh people. It represents the magnificence and strength of Sikh people all over the world. The Golden Temple is so holy, Sikhs throughout history have died attempting to protect it and sanctify it after invaders came in. The architecture is a mix of Muslim and Hindu architecture, visually displaying the ideological mix of Hinduism and Islam that is Sikhism. |
anandpur sahib, indiaThis is the holiest city for the Sikhs. It is a major site for Sikhs who wish to go on a religious pilgrimage.
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Hemkund SahibOn the banks of this lake, the tenth Guru meditated and introduced the idea of the five Kakars. It's also believed that an important member of the faith was healed here after being injured in a conflict.
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Sri damdama sahibThis holy shrine was consecrated to remember when a Mogul leader was beaten back by a Guru and was so impressed he converted to the Sikh faith.
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