Gurdwara · Sikh
Gurdwara Janam Asthan, Nankana Sahib
Punjab, Pakistan, Pakistan
Gurdwara · Sikh
Punjab, Pakistan, Pakistan
Gurdwara Janam Asthan marks the birthplace of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of Sikhism, making Nankana Sahib one of the most sacred sites in the Sikh faith.
As the birthplace of the founder of Sikhism, Nankana Sahib holds foundational significance for Sikhs worldwide, and is a major destination for the officially arranged heritage pilgrimage groups (jathas) that travel from India.
The gurdwara was built to commemorate Guru Nanak's birth in 1469, with the surrounding town of Nankana Sahib growing around it as a centre of Sikh heritage and pilgrimage in what is now Pakistani Punjab.
Guru Association: Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of Sikhism. Guru Nanak Gurpurab, marking his birth anniversary, is the most significant occasion for pilgrimage here.
Visits are typically arranged through officially recognised jatha (pilgrim group) permissions coordinated by Sikh heritage travel committees, rather than independent individual travel. A head covering is required for all visitors inside the gurdwara.
Travel is typically arranged through officially recognised jatha (pilgrim group) permissions, coordinated by Sikh heritage travel committees, rather than independent individual travel — contact a recognised committee well ahead of your intended travel dates.