SHRI HEMKUNT SAHIB
World's
Highest Gurudwara at 4329 Mts
SHRI
HEMKUNT SAHIB is an important pilgrimage destination for Hindus and Sikhs.
Hemkund is at the breathtaking Lokpal lake located at an altitude of 4329 m
from the sea level.
The picturesque
natural settings make this hill region an amazing place for rejuvenating
vacations. One can reach this majestic lake through a challenging but
interesting and enjoyable trek from Ghangharia.
Sikhs
consider this as a scared region with one of the famous Sikh Gurudwara placed
in the heart of the region. A Hindu shrine dedicated to mythological hero
Lakshmana is attractive for Hindu Pilgrims. This temple is built on the banks
of Hemkund.
Hemkunt
Sahib is nestled amidst seven snow-capped peaks and marvelous snowy glaciers.
Nature is reflected here with all its mighty appearance in the crystal clear
alluring water. Hemkund lake is fed by the glaciers from majestic peaks known
as Hathi Parvat and Saptrishi peaks. A small stream known as Himganga originates
from this imposing lake.
It is
recorded in the holy Granth Sahib that the tenth Guru of Sikhs, Guru Govind
Singh mediated on the serene banks of Hemkund in one of his earlier births.
Guru Govind Singh is believed to be the Guru who founded all present
characteristics of present Sikhism.
The
Gurudwara of the Sikhs on the banks of Hemkund is located at the place where
Guru had meditated. Huge flocks of Sikh pilgrims pay their visit to this
Gurudwara every year.
Hemkunt has got
mentions in the Ramayana. It is believed that the younger brother of Lord Rama,
Lakshmana regained his health by meditating on the banks of Hemkunt after the
severe injuries he received from Meghnath during Rama-Ravana war. The Lakshmana
temple is built at the place where Lakshmana meditated to regain the health.
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