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COMPLETE JOURNEY TO ALL GURUDWARAS OF SIRHIND, FATEHGARH SAHIB, PUNJAB.
Introduction: Punjab is known as the land of Saints and Gurus. So, it is considered a religious land. The major religion practiced here is “SIKHISM”. It would not be wrong to say Punjab as the land of gurudwaras because it has a number of Sikh shrines in almost every city and village.Most of the Sikh Temples(Gurudwara) have historical significance and are related to some historical event of Sikhism.So, to know more about gurudwaras, today I am going to write about the Gurudwaras of Fatehgarh Sahib. The land of Fatehgarh sahib is known by the name of “LAND OF MARTYRS” because here the two young sons of Sikh Guru Gobind Singh Ji (tenth Guru of Sikhs) were brutally killed at this Sirhind, during the rule of Wazir Khan.
I live in Patiala and I usually visit the gurudwaras of Fatehgarh Sahib on regular basis. But this time, I am going to share the important information about these gurudwaras with you.
To make things easily understandable and navigable, I have designed this article in FAQ format.
Introduction: Where Sirhind, Fatehgarh Sahib is situated? What is the historical importance of this city? How to reach Sirhind, Fatehgarh Sahib? Which is the best time to visit Sirhind, Fatehgarh Sahib? What to wear in Gurudwaras? Which are the main Gurudwaras of Sirhind, Fatehgarh Sahib? Gurudwara Shri Fatehgarh Sahib Gurudwara Thanda Burj. Gurudwara Shaheedganj Sahib Gurudwara Bibangarh Sahib Gurudwara Jyoti Saroop Sahib. Final Words
Where Sirhind, Fatehgarh Sahib is situated? Sirhind, a sub-division of district Fatehgarh Sahib is located in the Punjab state, Northern India. It is situated on National Highway-44 and is at a distance of only 30 KM from Chandigarh, the capital city of Punjab.
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https://singh-life.com/complete-journey-to-all-gurudwaras-of-sirhind-fatehgarh-sahib-punjab/
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A COMPLETE JOURNEY TO TAKHT SHRI KESGARH SAHIB (ANANDPUR SAHIB) & ITS NEIGHBOURING GURUDWARAS
Punjab is the land of Gurus and peer. It is the land of five water rivers and is famous for its magnificent history and culture. Punjab is also a land of Gurudwaras. The principle religion which is being practiced here is “SIKHISM”.
There are number of gurudwaras in Punjab as well as in other states of India in the memory of different Sikh Gurus. Most important are the FIVE TAKHTS:
Takht Shri Darbar Sahib, Amritsar.
Takht Shri Kesgarh Sahib, Anandpur Sahib.
Takht Shri Damdama Sahib, Talwandi Sabo, Bathinda.
Takht Shri Hazur Sahib, Nanded, Maharashtra.
Takht Shri Patna Sahib, Patna.
It is the wish of every Sikh to make a holy visit to all takhts once in his/her lifetime. These takhts are the pillars of Sikhism and epicenter of Sikhi.
Being a Sikh, I always remain enthusiastic to visit Sikh Shrines all over the world whether historical or not. I feel the sense of calmness and positive energy from these places. To quench this thirst, I planned my holy trip to Takht Shri Keshgarh Sahib, Anandpur in the month of November 2021. I visited this place many times since my childhood but this time I am writing about my complete journey to this shrine.
I have designed this article in FAQ format to make things easily understandable and navigable.
What is the Historical significance of Takht Shri Kesgarh Sahib (Anandpur Sahib)?
How to reach Anandpur Sahib?
How did I reach here?
What facilities are available here?
Which is the best time to visit Anandpur Sahib?
Which other historical gurudwaras you must visit in Anandpur Sahib?
Gurudwara Sis Ganj Sahib.
Gurudwara Guru ke Mehal (Bhora Sahib).
Gurudwara Baoli Sahib, Anandgarh qila.
Gurudwara Qila Fatehgarh Sahib.
Gurudwara Pariwar Vichoda Sahib.
Gurudwara Patalpuri Sahib, Kiratpur sahib.
Gurudwara Bibhour Sahib, Nangal.
Gurudwara Ghat Sahib, Nangal.
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What is the Historical significance of Takht Shri Kesgarh Sahib (Anandpur Sahib)?
Takht Sri Kesgarh Sahib, is the THIRD takht out of Five Takhts of Khalsa Panth. It is the birth place of KHALSA PANTH. On 1 Vaisakh Samvat 1750 (March 30, 1699 AD), the day of Vaisakhi Festival, Guru Gobind Singh, 10th Sikh guru demanded for five heads from the huge gathering of sikhs. First, Bhai Daya Ram offered his head, second time Bhai Dharam Das, third time Bhai Himmat Rai, fourth time Bhai Mohkam Chand and fifth time Bhai Sahib Chand offered theri heads to Guru ji with great devotion. These five sikhs were from different castes, religion & subcontinents.
Guru Sahib established “Panj Pyaarey” (Five Beloveds) after giving them Nector (Amrit) and sufix “SINGH” with their nameand blessed them with:
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SUKHNA LAKE – HEART OF CHANDIGARH TOURISM
The City Beautiful, Chandigarh is located near The Great Shivalik Ranges in Northern India. Chandigarh is the capital city of two Indian states, Punjab and Haryana. It is famous for its clean roads and green lush vegetation. You can even find trees that are more than 100 years old.
There are number of places to visit in Chandigarh like Elante Mall, Rock Garden, Bird Park, Sector 17 Market, Rose Garden, Chattbir Zoo, and many more. But in this blog, I will focus on the famous tourist spot of Chandigarh i.e. SUKHNA LAKE. It is the most visited place in Chandigarh.
To make things easily understandable and navigable, I have designed this article in FAQ format.
Table of Contents Where Sukhna Lake is situated? Is Sukhna lake a natural lake? What are timings and ticket entry fees? How to reach Chandigarh? Where to stay in Chandigarh? What are things to do in Sukhna lake? Whats is the best time to visit Sukhna Lake? Is camera allowed? How was my experience? Final Words
Where Sukhna Lake is situated? This lake is located at the foothills of the Himalayas and is created by cascading the seasonal stream of Sukhna stream running down the Shivalik mountain ranges. The exact location is in Sector 1 of Chandigarh.
To read the full article, please visit the link below:
https://singh-life.com/sukhna-lake-heart-of-chandigarh-tourism/
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CHANDIGARH BIRD PARK- A COMPLETE GUIDE (TIMINGS, ENTRY FEE & THINGS TO DO)
Chandigarh is the capital city of Punjab and Haryana and is nestled in northern India. It is the first planned city in India and is famous for its clean roads and greenery. Chandigarh always remains a spot of attraction for tourists for its natural beauty. It has a number of places to visit such as Sukhna Lake, Elante Mall, Rock Garden, Rose Garden, Sector 17 Market are name to a few. But today I am going to talk about the latest tourist spot where you can spend your time in the lap of nature. The name of this new place is “CHANDIGARH BIRD PARK”.
I have talked in length about this park and to make things easily understandable and navigable, I have designed this article in FAQ format.
Table of Contents
Where Chandigarh Bird Park is situated?
What Chandigarh bird park contains?
What are the main bird attractions in Chandigarh bird park?
What is the entry fee and timings for Chandigarh Bird Park?
Is it contains any cafeteria?
What is the best time to visit Chandigarh Bird Park?
Is camera allowed?
How was my experience?
Final words:
Where Chandigarh Bird Park is situated?
Chandigarh Bird Park is located in the Nagar Van area behind the famous Sukhna Lake of Chandigarh city in Sector 6. It is within a walking distance of around 10 minutes from Sukhna Lake.
To read the full article, please visit the link below:
https://singh-life.com/chandigarh-bird-park-a-comlete-guide-timings-entry-fee-things-to-do/
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COMPLETE GUIDE FOR AGRA FORT TRIP
Agra is famous for its monuments that were constructed during Mughal Era. Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, and Fatehpur Sikri are the most famous ones. To read about the best way to explore the Taj Mahal, you can read my previous blog post by clicking here.
In this blog, I will talk about the famous Agra Fort which was formerly known as Badalgarh. It remained the residence for all the Mughal Emperors until the year 1638
If you are interested in historical monuments and architecture, then definitely this blog will help you to dig deeper into the architectural beauty of Agra Fort. I have designed this blog in FAQ format to make things easily understandable and navigable.
Table Of Contents What is the historical significance of Agra Fort? Where is Agra Fort situated? How to reach Agra fort? How I reached Agra? Where to stay in Agra? Where did I stay? What is the best time to visit Agra Fort? What are timings for Agra Fort? What is the cost of Tickets for Taj Mahal Agra? What things are allowed in Agra fort? Conclusion:
What is the historical significance of Agra Fort?
The Agra Fort was built by Raja Badal Singh who was a Rajput king. The fort has been owned by various dynasties at different periods of time i.e. Lodhi Dynasty, Mughal Empire, and British Empire. This Fort was occupied by Mughals in 1526 after the battle of Panipat and then this was reconstructed by Akbar, the Mughal Emperor.
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https://singh-life.com/complete-guide-for-agra-fort-trip/
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BEST WAY TO EXPLORE TAJ MAHAL, AGRA, INDIA
Taj Mahal in Agra, one of the seven wonders in the world is a classic tale of declaration of love by an Indian Mughal Emperor Shahjahan for his beloved wife, Mumtaz. This artistic marvelous masterpiece was built by Shahjahan after the death of his wife during childbirth, as a token of love in her memory.
Taj Mahal is situated at the distance of only 400 km from Patiala, my home town. I booked my train and hotel in the month of November 2021. I started my journey from Ambala Cantt station of Haryana state because there was no direct train available from Patiala City as per my schedule. It took me around 8 hours to reach Agra from Ambala. I spent two days and one night in Agra to visit the famous tourist spots.
In the first part of my blog on Agra, I will focus only on the Taj Mahal. I have designed this blog in FAQ format to make things easily understandable for you.
Table Of Contents When Taj Mahal was built? Where Taj Mahal is located? How to reach Taj Mahal? How did I reach Agra? Where to stay in Agra? Where did I stay? How was my hotel? What is the best time to visit the Taj Mahal? What are the night timings of the Visit to Taj Mahal? What are the normal timings for the Taj Mahal, Agra? How was my experience? Is a Camera allowed in the Taj Mahal? What is not allowed in the Taj Mahal? How to book tickets for the Taj Mahal? What is the cost of Tickets for Taj Mahal Agra? Is tour guide necessary and what will be the price? Conclusion:
When Taj Mahal was built?
Taj Mahal is located in the center of Agra city and it can be accessed by four gates. The construction of the Taj Mahal was started in 1631 and completed in 1653.
It was built by Shahjahan the, the 5th Mughal Emperor of the Mughal Dynasty.
It took 22 years and 32 crore Indian rupees (at that time) to complete this wonderful symmetrical structure.
Taj Mahal was declared a UNESCO world heritage site in 1983.
To read the full article, please visit the link below:
https://singh-life.com/best-way-to-explore-taj-mahal-agra-india/
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A Short Trip To Dholbaha Dam, Hoshiarpur.
What is the historical significance of Dholbaha?
Dholbaha is an archeological site which exists since prehistoric times. Based on the dating analysis of artifacts found here, it is opined that Dholbaha was one of the sites of early inhabited sites of the world.
Most of the discoveries from the Gurjara-Pratiharas and Paramaras dynasties can now be viewed at the Hoshiarpur Archeological Museum.
Where is the Dholbaha dam situated?
The famous point to visit in Dholbaha is Dholbaha Dam. It is situated on the outskirts of village Dholbaha in Hoshiarpur District of Punjab state in northern India and is surrounded by hilltops. The nearest famous city near this dam is Hoshiarpur. The construction of this dam was completed in the year 1987. This dam is used for the purpose of irrigation, hydroelectricity, and flood control.
What are the things to do here?
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https://singh-life.com/a-short-trip-to-dholbaha-dam-hoshiarpur/
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VISIT SHIMLA- QUEEN OF HILLS (PLACES TO VISIT, HOTEL & TRANSPORTATION)
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https://singh-life.com/visit-shimla-queen-of-hills-places-to-visit-hotel-transportation/
Shimla also famous by the name of “Queen of Hills” is the capital city of Himachal Pradesh state in Northern India. It was the summer capital of India under British Government before Independence and was declared as the capital of Punjab after the independence of India. Then it was made the capital of Himachal Pradesh. Shimla is the principal commercial, cultural and educational center of the state.
Shimla is at a distance of approximately 150 KM from Patiala and I have been there twice before this third visit. I planned this 3rd trip to Shimla in the month of November 2021. Previously I traveled there via my personal car, but this time I completed my journey via the famous Kalka-Shimla Heritage Toy Train.
If you are interested to know more about the Kalka Shimla toy train (travel experience, timing, fare, and other facilities), then you can read my previous blog post by clicking on the link is KALKA SHIMLA RAILWAY (KSR) - TOY TRAIN TRAVEL EXPERIENCE - Travel | Photography
Where is Shimla situated?
Shimla is located at 2276 meters (7467 ft) from the sea level in northern India against the snow-covered mountains of the Great Himalayas. It is also spelt as Simla. It is situated at the distance of approximately 110 KM from Chandigarh, the capital city of Punjab, and 350 KM from Delhi, the National Capital of India. It is a famous hill station in India.
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KALKA SHIMLA RAILWAY (KSR) – TOY TRAIN TRAVEL EXPERIENCE
Visiting mountains always fascinate me due to the reason that I reside in the plain areas of Punjab state whose weather remains mostly warm except for the four months of the winter season (November to February). To enjoy the cold weather, the mountains of the Himalayas are the best option.
Out of the various hill stations nearby Himalayas, Shimla is the most famous one and is situated at a distance of only 100 KM from Chandigarh, the capital of Punjab. Although I had visited Shimla twice by car but this time I decided to travel through Kalka-Shimla Rail (KSR). The journey through the Kalka Shimla toy train is a wonderful experience.
In the first part of my blog, I will talk about the complete journey by Kalka Shimla toy train and the necessary information with some important tips. To make this article easily understandable I have designed this in FAQ format.
Table Of Contents
What is Kalka Shimla toy train (KSR)?
What is the total distance covered by this train?
Is it on the UNESCO World Heritage list?
When this train was built and started?
Why this train was started?
Why this train is so famous?
What are the timings and fares of the different Kalka Shimla toy trains?
Which train is the best for the Kalka Shimla journey?
Is food served in these trains?
How to reach Kalka Railway station?
How was my journey?
Where to stay in Kalka?
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https://singh-life.com/kalka-shimla-railway-ksr/
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