About Shri Anandpur Sahib

Virasat-e-Khalsa, located in the city of Anandpur Sahib is a one of must-see attractions of Punjab. Anandpur Sahib is one of the most significant holy places of the Sikhs which is closely associated with it’s religious traditions and history. Bounded by charming natural scenery, with the river Satluj forming a sparkling blue border on the south west barely four miles away, the city is located on the lower spurs of the Himalayas. Anandpur Sahib was founded in the year 1664 by the ninth Guru, Sri Guru Teg Bahadur ji, near the ruins of an ancient place, Makhowal. Anandpur Sahib is only second to the city of Golden Temple Amritsar as far as religious significance of the city is concerned.