Akal Takht Sahib, Amritsar Travel Guide
Visit Akal Takht Sahib in Amritsar, the supreme seat of Sikh authority, a symbol of justice, resilience, and the synthesis of spiritual and temporal power.
Akal Takht Sahib, the 'Throne of the Timeless One,' is the supreme seat of authority for the Sikh religion, located in Amritsar's Golden Temple complex. Established in 1606 by Guru Hargobind, it symbolizes the fusion of spiritual and temporal power, serving as a center for justice and the resolution of community matters.
A brief summary to Akal Takht Sahib
- JVCG+753 Harmandir Sahib, Golden Temple Rd, Amritsar, Amritsar Cantt., Atta Mandi, Katra Ahluwalia, Punjab, 143006, IN
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- Monday 3 am-10 pm
- Tuesday 3 am-10 pm
- Wednesday 3 am-10 pm
- Thursday 3 am-10 pm
- Friday 3 am-10 pm
- Saturday 3 am-10 pm
- Sunday 3 am-10 pm
Know before you go
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- Dress modestly and cover your head with a scarf or a cap as a sign of respect when entering the Akal Takht.
- Remove your shoes and socks before entering the complex, and wash your feet and hands.
- Refrain from smoking or drinking alcohol within the premises.
- Maintain silence and respect the sanctity of the place.
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Getting There
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Walking
Akal Takht Sahib is located within the Golden Temple complex, so walking is the most common way to reach it once you are in the vicinity. Enter the Golden Temple complex and follow the path towards the main shrine. The Akal Takht is situated right opposite the Golden Temple.
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Public Transport
If arriving by bus or train to Amritsar, take a local bus, auto-rickshaw, or e-rickshaw to the Golden Temple. From the Amritsar Bus Stand, the Golden Temple is approximately 1.5 km away. From the Amritsar Railway Station, it is about 2.5 km. Local bus tickets from the airport to the Golden Temple start from ₹15. Auto-rickshaws and e-rickshaws are readily available outside the bus and train stations. App-based cabs like Uber/Ola are also available.
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Taxi
Taxis and ride-sharing services are available throughout Amritsar. You can hire a taxi from the airport, railway station, or any part of the city to reach the Golden Temple. A taxi ride from the city center to the Golden Temple typically costs between ₹200 to ₹500, depending on the distance. Note: Parking near the Golden Temple is limited. Several official parking areas are available, including Saraghari Car Parking Galiara Multilevel and Kesri Bagh Car Parking. Parking charges at hotels range from ₹100-300/day.
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