Articles related to "Golden Temple"

The Golden Temple is the ultimate Sikh pilgrimage. The Harmandar Sahib, as it is traditionally known, means the temple of God. It is located in Punjab province of India.

The idea of an independent Sikh state ("Khalistan" to its modern proponents) dates back to the 1600's. That idea weakens and strengthens, but never seems to go away.

The Golden Temple in Bylakuppe, Karnataka, is a home for thousands of Tibetans living in exile and a centre for Tibetan Buddhism in South India.

Amritsar is home to the most holy of Sikh temples as well as a very unique Hindu temple. Both are well worth the trip.

India is filled with destinations that have a connection to a religion or a spiritual leader. Here are some of India's most visited pilgrimage places.

Sri Guru Granth Sahib, holy book of Sikhs, carries a wondrous universal call for removing discrimination based upon religion. Teaches peace and love.

India's holy places attract more and more foreigners every year. There are some basic rules to visiting India's religious sites that tourists should pay attention to.

The best places to see in India offer stunning architecture, sacred sites, wildlife parks and tropical beaches, all in one country.

A look at the pro-Khalistan movement, from the partition of India and Pakistan to its involvement in the assassination of Indira Ghandi to India Air Flight 182.

The South Indian city of Mysore is a good base for exploring nearby attractions that include ancient Hindu temples, pilgrimage sites and Tibetan settlements.

Rudyard Kipling wrote poems and stories in praise of the British Empire and ridiculing native Indians. Rabindranath Tagore detested the empire. Both won the Nobel Prize.

A two-week holiday in India is a short one for such a big country, but here are some ideas for making the most of even a short trip to India.

Places to see in North India include mountains, deserts, holy cities by the sacred river Ganges and stunning architecture from the Taj Mahal to the Golden Temple.