Gurudwara Bhangani Sahib

Gurudwara Bhangani Sahib in the Sirmour District of Himachal Pradesh in India has already turned into a big shrine over the period. This Gurudwara now receives good number of devotees from the local areas and several visitors from nearby regions. This Sikh temple exists since centuries. The area had witnessed the bloody battles while Sikhism had been spreading in India. Battles were fought for several purposes including the purpose to popularize the message of Sikhism.

Presence of Gurudwara Bhangani Sahib in Sirmour district left impeccable impact in this region.

History

Sirmour district had remained a politically volatile region even before the British arrived to India. It was a period while Sikhism religion had already started taking its grip in the Indian subcontinent. Gurudwaras were established in many locations in the undivided India. It was at that time period that an idea to build Gurudwara Bhangani Sahib came to the minds of the local Sikh communities. This was an attempt or an initiative taken during that period to promote the message of Sikhism in various locations.

An interesting story behind the establishment of Gurudwara Bhangani Sahib in the Sirmour district is that Sikhs had courageously fought with enemy forces with the help of local tribes. They all spread the teachings of Guru Gobind Singh. The Gurudwara was built with an aim to devote the several contributions of the Sikh Guru and his associates. This also indicated the thanksgiving due to the victory of the Guru in the battles fought for patriotism and to spread the message of Sikhism. Present day Gurdwara area is very much the same place where historic battle of Bhangani had taken place.

It was during 1688 battle that Sirmour came into the limelight with the battle of Bhangani between Guru Gobind Singh and local hill chiefs. It was a good initiative of Sikhism prominence in the region which also paved the way for the establishment of a Gurudwara being named Bhangani Sahib. It looks amazing today to see the Gurudwara nearby the banks of Yamuna River. The area is very much close to the Paonta Sahib Sikh shrine which is at a distance of mere 11 kilometers.

Celebrations

It goes without saying that there are many attractions in Gurudwara Bhangani Sahib and so are several events and celebrations often organized. They do happen on regular intervals. The congregational fair organized on 16th, 17th and 18th dates of April every year to celebrate Baisakhi remains an awesome festival to enjoy. It is also organized for a purpose to commemorate the victorious Bhangani battle having been won by the Sikh Guru in his attempt to spread the message of Sikhism.

Visitors info

Best time to visit

Being part of the green Himachal Pradesh state of India, Sirmour hardly has hot summer season, it definitely observes chilling winters which comparatively remain longer. Travellers are advised not to visit here during the monsoon period while this area observes sufficient rainfall. Travellers may choose to come here from anytime between September to May which remains suitable in all respects. They shouldn't forget to take the required cloths as per the specific seasons while they travel here.

Traveling To Sirmour

By Air

Dehradun and Chandigarh airports are the two nearest airports in/for Sirmour. The travellers arriving through air can choose any of the two airports.

By Train

Ambala railhead is nearest railway station where trains from various parts of the country run.

By Road

Interstate buses operate on National Highways connecting Sirmour with many other cities located nearby. The buses operate from cities like Delhi, Sonipat, Karnal, Kurukshetra, Ambala, Chandigarh and Solan to Nahan to reach Sirmour.