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Gurdwara Sri Hemkund Sahib

Gurdwara Sri Hemkund Sahib is a Sikh place of worship in Chamoli District, Uttarakhand, India. Sacred high-altitude Gurdwara situated at 15,000 ft in Himalayas, surrounded by seven snow-peaks and glacial lake.

30.6977° N, 79.6222° E

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What to look for
Star-shaped Sanctum & Glacial Lake Sarovar
Associated with
Tapasya Spot of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji in previous life
Established
Discovered in 1930s (Sanctum built 1968)
Location
Chamoli District, Uttarakhand, India (30.6977° N, 79.6222° E)

History

Mentioned by Guru Gobind Singh Ji in Bachittar Natak as the place where he performed deep meditation (Dusht Daman Tapasya) amidst seven snowy mountains (Sapta Sring) before taking human birth.

Questions about Gurdwara Sri Hemkund Sahib

Where is Gurdwara Sri Hemkund Sahib?

Gurdwara Sri Hemkund Sahib is in Chamoli District, Uttarakhand, India (30.6977° N, 79.6222° E).

Why is Gurdwara Sri Hemkund Sahib important in Sikhism?

Sacred high-altitude Gurdwara situated at 15,000 ft in Himalayas, surrounded by seven snow-peaks and glacial lake. Mentioned by Guru Gobind Singh Ji in Bachittar Natak as the place where he performed deep meditation (Dusht Daman Tapasya) amidst seven snowy mountains (Sapta Sring) before taking human birth.

Which Guru is Gurdwara Sri Hemkund Sahib associated with?

Key link: Tapasya Spot of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji in previous life.

When was Gurdwara Sri Hemkund Sahib established?

Discovered in 1930s (Sanctum built 1968).

Can I see Gurdwara Sri Hemkund Sahib in 3D online?

Yes. This page offers an interactive street view and satellite view, and a link that opens Gurdwara Sri Hemkund Sahib in Google Earth’s 3D view, where Google provides 3D imagery.

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