There are five Gurudwaras which are considered to be of religious importance in the Sikh religion. These five Gurudwaras are called Panj Takht which translates into five thrones are pilgrimage destinations and visiting all the five Takhts once in their lifetime is deemed important for all people of Sikhism.
Akal Takht (Throne of the Immortal) is the highest political institution of the Sikhs , founded by the sixth Sikh Guru, Guru Hargobind in 1606. Located in the famous Golden Temple complex in Amritsar, Akal Takht is one of five Takht of the Sikhs. These Takht are seats of power and authority between the Sikh community and the seat of the Jathedar, the highest spokes man among them. The Akal Takht is seen as a symbol of political sovereignty and justice, where the spiritual and earthly concerns of the Sikh people could be addressed and considered.
Takhat Sri Kesgarh Sahib Ji is a famous Gurudwara, is located in the heart of Anandpur Sahib and is one of the most divalent Sikh institutions in the country. It is one of the five highest seats of authority (takhts). The foundation stone was laid in 1689 and Khalsa Panth was born here. The initiation of Khande di Pahul by Guru Gobind Singh Ji took place here on the holy day of Baisakhi in 1699. This holy shrine holds great importance among local people.
Takhat Sri Kesgarh Sahib Ji has a rich and glorious history. The invading armies were never able to reach this place. It is one of the five supreme seats of authority (Takhats). It is home to numerous relics and memoirs from the past, including Guru Gobind Singh’s Khanda- the double-edged sword that was used by him to prepare Amrit, his personal dagger- Katara, his own gun that was gifted to him by one follower in Lahore, and the double-edged weapon called Saif, that was gifted to him by Bahadur Shah.
Located in Bathinda, Punjab, Takht Sri Damdama Sahib is one of the 5 takht of Sikhism. Takht, also called Seats of Temporal Authority, are religious places that have great significance in the Sikh religion. The one referred to is where the 10th Sikh Guru, Guru Gobind Singh Ji, assembled and instituted the Holy Book of Sikhs , Guru Granth Sahib Ji. The book is the only thing Sikhs worship. Not a person, image or statue, only Guru Granth Sahib Ji, the Holy Book which is the compilation of hymns, teachings and preachings of Sikh Gurus and some other people.
Sri Damdama Sahib was recognised as the 4th Takht of Sikhism in November of 1966 by Shiromani Gurdwara Prabandhak Committee and 5th Takht of Sikhism by the Government of India in April of 1999. Guru Gobind Singh Ji wanted to make this place a literary hub and read and wrote a lot during his stay here in 1706, which lasted nearly a year. He wanted to make a literary pool at this place so that no Sikh would remain illiterate. It was at this place that Guru Gobind Singh Ji revised and finalised Guru Granth Sahib Ji or the Adi Granth, which was originally compiled by Guru Arjan Dev Ji, and added the verses of Guru Teg Bahadur Ji, the ninth Guru and his father.
Harmandir Takht Shri Patna Sahib, popularly known as Patna Sahib Gurudwara is one of the holiest pilgrimages for the Sikh community. Located on the banks of holy Ganga, this Gurudwara in Patna, Bihar was built commemorating the tenth Guru of Sikhs , Shri Guru Gobind Singh.
The Gurudwara is regarded as the epicentre of Sikhism in Eastern India. Patna Sahib Gurudwara is the second acknowledged and accepted Takht of the five all total Takhts of Sikhism, which means ‘seat of authority’. A morning prayer called ardaas is being performed here every morning at 5:45 A.M and evening prayer at 6:00 P.M. The langar or free food service is offered here to all the visitors and visitors are also welcomed to volunteer in langar services since it is believed to be an offering to God. The Prakash Parv or the birth anniversary of Guru Gobind Singh Ji is celebrated in December every year which is one of the major attractions of this place.
Hazur Sahib is a sacred monument that houses one of the five takhts or thrones of temporal authority. Also famous as Abchal nagar and Takht Sachkhand Sri Hazur Sahib, Hazur Sahib is a renowned location for Sikh Pilgrimage. This is where Guru Gobind Singh breathed his last in 1708. The temple or the Gurudwara was built around the location where Guru Gobind Singh was cremated. The stunning architecture of the Gurudwara is quite a treat to the eyes and so is the complex that extends around it on the banks of River Godavari in Nanded, Maharashtra. When Guru Gobind Singh Ji was discussing Guru ship on the sacred Guru Granth Sahib Book, he renamed Nanded as Abchal nagar which means a steadfast city. His teachings lead to a way of thinking that revolves around God and his truth. Thus, the place was also called ‘Sachkhand’ which literally means the region of truth.
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