Sikhism Holy Sites
1 sacred site ranked by global significance
Sikhism, founded in the Punjab region of South Asia in the 15th century, has created sacred sites distinguished by their radical hospitality and egalitarian spirit. The gurdwara — literally 'door to the Guru' — serves as both place of worship and community kitchen, where people of every background are welcomed and fed without distinction. From the resplendent Golden Temple in Amritsar, which receives more visitors daily than the Taj Mahal, to historic gurdwaras marking events in the lives of the ten Sikh Gurus, these sites embody the faith's core values of service, equality, and devotion. Sikh sacred sites are among the most welcoming places of worship in the world, offering visitors a powerful experience of communal spirituality.
