Takht Sri Kesgarh Sahib

Takht Sri Kesgarh Sahib is a prominent Sikh gurudwara located in Anandpur Sahib, Rupnagar district, Punjab. It is one of the five Takhts, the highest temporal seats of Sikhism. Founded at the site where Guru Gobind Singh created the Khalsa in 1699, it holds central religious importance. The white-marble complex overlooks the Sutlej River foothills and houses sacred relics, a museum, and a large courtyard visited by pilgrims year-round.

Visitors can expect a large white-marble gurudwara complex with domes, a spacious courtyard, prayer hall, and sarovar surroundings at the foothills of the Shivaliks near the Sutlej River. Inside, they can view the main sanctum, historical weapons and relics associated with Guru Gobind Singh displayed in the complex, and a museum. The atmosphere is devotional with continuous kirtan, langar (community kitchen) service, and pilgrims circumambulating the premises. The complex is well-maintained and accessible on foot.

Takht Sri Kesgarh Sahib marks the site where Guru Gobind Singh founded the Khalsa Panth on Baisakhi, 13 April 1699. Anandpur Sahib was established by Guru Tegh Bahadur in 1665 and fortified by Guru Gobind Singh. The Takht was formally recognized as one of the five Takhts of Sikhism and preserves relics including weapons of Guru Gobind Singh. It has been rebuilt and renovated over centuries while retaining its historic sanctity.

As one of the five Takhts, it is the highest temporal authority for Sikhs and a major pilgrimage centre. It is central to Baisakhi and Hola Mohalla celebrations, when large congregations gather at Anandpur Sahib. The gurudwara embodies Sikh principles of service, equality and community through daily langar, kirtan and congregation.