Which temple is famously known as the “Golden Temple” and is located in Amritsar?

 

 

The Harmandir Sahib, widely known as the “Golden Temple,” is located in Amritsar, Punjab. It is the most sacred shrine of Sikhism and was founded by Guru Arjan Dev, the fifth Sikh Guru, in the 16th century. The temple is covered in gold leaf, which gives it its famous name. Surrounded by the sacred Amrit Sarovar (holy tank), devotees believe bathing in its waters can cleanse sins. The Golden Temple is also home to the Guru Granth Sahib, the holy scripture of Sikhs. It is not only a religious center but also a symbol of equality, as its langar (community kitchen) serves free meals to thousands daily.