Also known as The Harmandir Sahib (or Hari Mandir).
It is located in Amritsar, Punjab, India.
It is the holiest shrine in Sikhism.
It is a major pilgrimage destination for Sikhs from all over the world and also an increasingly popular tourist attraction. It is a symbol of both beauty and peace.
The temple is surrounded by a small man-made lake
The Construction of the Golden Temple began in 1574 and the land was bought by Guru Ram Das in 1574 for 700 rupees. The Temple was completed by 1601.
It was Guru Arjan who installed the “Guru Granth Sahib” in the temple and was appointed the first reader in August 1604.
In the early 19th century, 100 kg of gold were applied to the inverted lotus-shaped dome and decorative marble was added. All this gold and marble work took place under the patronage of Maharaja Ranjit Singh.
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