If we talk about worship places in Delhi then Gurudwara Bangla Sahib is one of the most popular places of worship in Delhi. Gurdwara Shri Bangla Sahib is one of the most important historical and sacred pilgrimage destinations of the Sikh community in India and the most sacred among the destinations in Delhi. It was actually a Haveli or Bangla where Guru Hari Krishan, the eighth Sikh Guru of the Sikhs, stayed during his tour to Delhi in 1664. The Guru was entertained as a royal guest by Mirza Raja Jai Singh in this bangla. By the time this bangla became the memoir of the Guru and was later converted to gurudwara. It is estimated that more than 10,000 visitors visit this Gurudwara every day. Gurudwara Bangla Sahib is situated in the heart of New Delhi's Cannaught Place area.
Visitors should visit to gurudwara during their visit in Delhi. As Gurdwara Bangla Sahib is an important historical and religious place in India. You will find that its main hall is kept simple, except for the open central shrine, covered by a small golden dome sporting a sculpted bronze cupola. Devotional music is relayed throughout the complex continuously.
There is one famous pond in this gurudwara and the speciality in it is that before entering the shrine, the devotees take a holy dip in the holy pond, known as 'sarovar'. The birth of Guru Sri Harkrishan Sahib and death anniversary of Maharaja Ranjit Singhji is celebrated here every year. 'Langar' or Community Kitchen Hall is organized on the east side of the complex. Here, free food is served to all the devotees, without any distinction of caste, creed or status. One can visit the main complex bare-footed only, covering one's head and wearing conservative clothes, covering legs and shoulders.
The seat of Guru Sahib was disputed and Ram Rai, brother of Harkishen, sought the help of Aurungzeb. Aurungzeb called Guru Harkishen to Delhi, where he was entertained royally by Mirza Raja Jai Singh in his own palace, along with Diwan Dargah Mull, Bhai Gurditta Ji, Bhai Mati Das Ji and the mother of the Guruji. Later, this fabulous mansion was converted into a Gurdwara in the memory of the Guru Sahib and was called as Gurdwara Bangla Sahib. This shrine has also had the honor of hosting sixth Guru Sri Hargobind Sahib, on his arrival in Delhi.
Location: New Delhi, near Gol Dak Khana
How to Reach: Visitors can take an bus or hire a taxi/cab to reach
Timing Everyday from Morning to late night
Do's and Don't at Gurudwara: Sikhs and Non-Sikhs both are expected to wear proper clothes befitting the dignity of the Gurudwara. Women and men must cover their head before entering the Gurudwara Premises.
