Gurdwara Tahliana Sahib

Gurdwara Tahliana Sahib is a historic Sikh shrine located in Raikot town in Ludhiana district, Punjab, India. It marks the site where Guru Gobind Singh Ji stayed in 1705 after leaving Chamkaur Sahib, resting under a Tahli (shisham) tree. The gurdwara is notable for its white domed structure, sacred Tahli tree, and association with the Guru's journey. It is a revered pilgrimage site for Sikhs and a peaceful place for visitors.

Visitors can expect a peaceful white-domed gurdwara complex in the centre of Raikot with a main prayer hall (Darbar Sahib), Nishan Sahib, and the preserved sacred Tahli tree associated with Guru Gobind Singh Ji's visit. The surroundings are urban and accessible, with a langar hall, sarai, and open courtyard. Visitors can attend prayers, listen to kirtan, partake in langar, and view the historic tree and shrine architecture.

Gurdwara Tahliana Sahib commemorates the visit of Guru Gobind Singh Ji to Raikot in late 1705 after the Battle of Chamkaur Sahib. According to tradition, the Guru halted at Raikot at the invitation of Rai Kalha, the local chief, and rested under a Tahli (Dalbergia sissoo) tree. The site where he stayed and tied his horse is preserved within the gurdwara complex. The shrine was later established to mark this event in Sikh history.

The gurdwara is a significant Sikh religious and cultural centre, revered as a historic gurdwara associated with Guru Gobind Singh Ji. It serves as a place of daily prayer, kirtan, and langar open to all, reflecting Sikh principles of equality and service. Annual Gurpurabs and other Sikh religious occasions are observed with large congregations.