Golden temple, Amritsir
Golden Te mple , Amritsar The Golden Temple , also known as Harmandir Sahib , is one of the most revered religious sites in the world. Located in Amritsar , Punjab, India, it is the holiest shrine in Sikhism and attracts millions of devotees and tourists from around the globe each year. History of the Golden Temple The Golden Temple was founded by Guru Ram Das , the fourth Guru of the Sikhs, in 1581 . However, it was Guru Arjan , the fifth Guru, who completed the temple in 1604 by installing the Adi Granth (the holy scripture of Sikhism) inside the shrine. The temple’s golden façade was added later by Maharaja Ranjit Singh in the 19th century, which gives it its name. The Golden Temple has seen several periods of conflict and restoration throughout its history, particularly during British colonial rule and the Indian independence struggle. It has also been the site of significant political and religious movements, including the Operation Blue Star in 1984. Architecture and D