Tarn Taran Sahib
ਸ੍ਰੀ ਤਰਨ ਤਾਰਨ ਸਾਹਿਬ
A gurdwara founded by the fifth Guru, with the largest sacred pool of any Sikh shrine. Its atmosphere is quieter than the Golden Temple's.
Tarn Taran Sahib was founded in 1590 by the fifth Guru, Arjan. Its main shrine is also covered in gold and stands beside a huge rectangular sacred pool, the largest of any Sikh shrine. The tall tower beside it was built in the era of Ranjit Singh. Far fewer tourists visit than the Golden Temple, so you can walk quietly around the pool, and there is also a free community kitchen. It lies about 25 km south of Amritsar, roughly 40 minutes by taxi, and can be combined with Bir Baba Budha Sahib for a half-day trip.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Gurdwara Bir Baba Budha Sahib
- Gurdwara Baba Atal Rai
- Jallianwala Bagh
- Guru Ram Das Langar
- Golden Temple (Harmandir Sahib)
- Central Sikh Museum
- Akal Takht
- Heritage Street