Sri Reetha Meetha Sahib

Why is India a land of spirituality and religion? Have you ever thought upon it? It is because all the states of this country is diverse in culture, tradition and religion (a way of living). So is the Uttarakhand state! There are many Gurudwaras that make this state one of the divine and serene places to visit.

Sri Reetha Meetha Sahib Gurudwara adds a feather in the beauty of Uttarakhand. This pure and holy Gurudwara is situated in the district of Champawat, Reetha Sahib Village.

History

Sri Reetha Meetha Sahib Gurudwara is the place of attraction for all the Sikh people and they pay a special homage to this holy shrine of Sri Reetha Meetha Sahib. There is a history that Shri Guru Nanak Ji had visited this place. He visited this place to take a shelter during his journey.

Reetha is one of the trees. Guru Nanak Sahib took a rest under this tree (Reetha). So, now-a-days, this place has more importance. People from all over the world come here to feel divine peace and experience inner joy.

Also, people strongly believe that Guru Nanak Sahib spent time with the devotees of Shri Gorakhnath. When Guru Nanak Ji was asked for food, he also asked to the Gorakhnathpanthi to have food. But they denied and asked Guru Nanak to eat the food of Reetha. Guru Nanak asked to Bhai Mardana to have the fruit of Reetha. Reetha fruit is bitter in taste. However, when Mardana tasted the fruit by obeying Guru Nanak's request it was sweet in taste. Then Guru Nanak ate that fruit. The fruit of the Reetha was sweet only on the side of Guru Nanak where he seated.

The devotees of Gorakhnath became angry and through their power they set a snake on the tree. But what can happen when a real Master is there. Guru Nanak looked at the snake and it froze there. Today, the visitors eat the fruit and still it is sweet in its taste.

Location and Its Surroundings

Sri Reetha Meetha Sahib Gurudwara is located at Champawat. Champawat is very remote place. This Sikh temple is covered with small area. It has no property as such.

Visitors Info

Traveling to Champawat

By Road

Uttarakhand has good road transport facilities available. Champawat can be reached by the ISBT Anand Vihar buses.

By Rail

Tanakpur is the nearest Railway Station to reach to Sri Reetha Meetha Sahib, Champawat. It is 60 km away from Tanakpur. From the railway station, many vehicles like buses and taxies are available for Champawat.

By Air

Pantnagar Airport is the nearest one to reach to Champawat. It is 160 kilometers far away from Champawat. From Pantnagar, one can go via bus or taxi to Sri Reetha Meetha Sahib.

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