The serene Hemkund Sahib Gurudwara and Lake
A classic example of the multi-religious fabric of India is the fact that Hemkund Sahibji, one of the holiest Sikh shrines in India is a neighbor of the Chardhams of Kedarnath and Badrinath-holiest pilgrimage for Hindus.
Nestled high in the Himalayas of the Nandadevi Biosphere Reserve, Hemkund Sahibji is a gurudwara located on the banks of the Amrit Sarovar, where the Brahma kamal of Lotus of the Gods blossoms.
The gurudwara is dedicated to Guru Gobind Singhji, the last Sikh Guru who spoke of the message of peace and harmony here.
Interestingly, the place also finds mention in several Hindu writings and is considered equally divine by the Hindus as well.
The closest town to Hemkund Sahib is Joshimath located 40 km away.
Best time to visit Hemkund Sahib
May-October
Travel to or reaching Hemkund Sahib
Hemkund Sahib is reached by trekking from Gobind Ghat.
Gobind Ghat can be reached by road only from Rishikesh, Haridwar and Dehradun.
Visitors coming from cities other than these must reach by air, rail or road to these three cities to proceed further to the Gurudwara.
Map of the Hemkund Sahib India
Pictures Images Video of the Hemkund Sahib
Glimpse of Hemkund Sahibji, nestled in the Himalayas
Hotels and Resorts around Hemkund Sahib
Hotel Dronagiri (Joshimath)
GMVN Rest House (Joshimath)
Hotel Snow Crest (Joshimath)
Local lodges and Gurudwara accommodation in Joshimath & Gobind Ghat
Places to visit around Hemkund Sahib
Joshimath
Badrinath
Nanda Devi Temple
Other Useful and Interesting Links
Some more details on Hemkund Sahib
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22 Oct, 2008 