Gurdwara Charan Kamal Sahib

Gurdwara Charan Kamal Sahib is a historic Sikh shrine located in Kiratpur Sahib, Rupnagar district, Punjab, on the banks of the Sutlej River. It marks the site sanctified by visits of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji and Guru Har Rai Sahib Ji. The name Charan Kamal refers to the lotus feet of the Gurus. It is part of the Kiratpur Sahib complex and is visited for prayer, langar and heritage sightseeing.

Visitors can expect a peaceful white-domed gurdwara complex with a main prayer hall, Nishan Sahib, and sarovar area. The interior houses the Guru Granth Sahib with devotees offering prayers and kirtan. The surroundings include open courtyards, langar hall, and views of the Sutlej River floodplain. The atmosphere is devotional and orderly, with facilities for shoe storage, hand washing and community kitchen service.

Gurdwara Charan Kamal Sahib commemorates visits by Guru Nanak Dev Ji during his travels, and later by Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji who founded Kiratpur Sahib in 1627, and Guru Har Rai Sahib Ji. The site is revered as Charan Kamal, meaning the lotus feet of the Gurus sanctified the place. Kiratpur Sahib served as an important centre for the Sikh Gurus in the 17th century.

The gurdwara is a significant Sikh pilgrimage site and part of the Kiratpur Sahib-Anandpur Sahib sacred circuit. It hosts daily prayers, kirtan and langar open to all, reflecting Sikh principles of equality and service. Pilgrims visit as part of religious tours and during Gurpurabs and other Sikh observances.