Amritsar: The Golden Heart of Sikhism

As the spiritual capital of Sikhism, this city bordering Pakistan takes its name from the sacred pool surrounding its iconic Golden Temple - literally meaning "Pool of Nectar". 🛕 Golden Temple (Harmandir Sahib) Architectural Marvel:Central gold-plated sanctum (covered in 750kg of pure gold!) floats on the Amrit Sarovar pool Four ornate entrances symbolizing Sikhism's openness to all castes/faiths Sikh Values in Action: 1️⃣ Cleanliness = Piety: Volunteers scrub marble floors 24/7 (even toothbrushes used in crevices!)2️⃣ Radical Hospitality: Free buses, 80,000+ daily free meals (langar), and pilgrim dormitories3️⃣ Education Focus: 75% Sikhs are literate (vs India's 74% avg) - spot their signature turbans in global boardrooms4️⃣ Simplicity: No idol worship - just the Guru Granth Sahib scripture recited in melodic Gurmukhi 📌Border Closing Ceremony at Attari-Wagah Daily at sunset: A 45-minute theatrical showdown of:High-kicking soldiers (headdresses like rooster combs) Crowd chants of "Hindustan Zindabad!" vs "Pakistan Paindabad!"✨Symbolic slamming of gates❗Pro tip: Arrive by 3:30pm for stadium seating (Indians vs foreigners sections) # Golden Temple #Amritsar#trip diary#India#India travel#India life