Yatra Guide: List of India Historical Gurdwaras (Asthans)

The Essence of a Sikh Yatra

A Yatra is more than just visiting places - it’s a journey of connection. Each asthan carries stories of the Gurus, their teachings, and the values they lived by. Travelling to these places helps us reflect on history, strengthen our understanding of Sikhi, and find personal inspiration. A well-planned Yatra allows us to experience these moments with depth - through reflection, learning, and the peace that comes from being in spaces touched by the Gurus’ presence.

How to Plan Your Yatra

Planning a yatra thoughtfully helps you experience each asthan with calm and purpose rather than rush. Here are some steps to guide your preparation:

Start with learning – Read about the historical and spiritual background of each place. Resources like Mahan Kosh, Gur Tirath Sangreh, or local guidebooks can give you a deeper understanding before you visit. You can also listen to Katha to learn more.
Map your route – Check which asthans are close to one another and plan a travel path that makes sense geographically. This helps you save time and energy.
Plan overnight stops – Identify towns with good accommodation or sarai facilities near major Gurdwaras. You can also choose an asthan you would want to spend time/amrit vela at.
Speak to locals – Local sevadars and sangat often know about smaller or lesser-known Gurdwaras that may not appear in guidebooks. Their insights can add richness to your journey.
Arrange reliable transport – A good driver familiar with the area can make the trip smoother, especially when visiting multiple rural asthans.
Travel with intention – Keep your focus on learning, reflection, and gratitude. Whether you visit alone or with family, let the journey be meaningful rather than just sightseeing.

Ways to Organize Your Yatra

There are many ways to plan your yatra, depending on what inspires you most. Here are a few meaningful approaches:

By Gurus’ Lives
You can plan your yatra around the life journeys of the Gurus - visiting places connected to their birth, joti jot asthans, key events, and teachings. For example, you can visit the janam asthans - the birthplaces of all Guru Sahibs, such as Guru Nanak Dev Ji at Nankana Sahib (Pakistan), Guru Angad Dev Ji at Matte Di Sarai, and Guru Amar Das Ji at Basarke.
By Region
You can also plan by region - for example, cover all asthans near Amritsar, Anandpur Sahib, or Delhi. This works well if you have limited time and want to explore one area deeply.
By Intention
You can also plan your yatra based on what inspires you. Some prefer visiting shaheedi asthans, others focus on places of key teachings or events. Or you may simply want to do an overall yatra - covering main takhts and nearby asthans.
By Guru’s Journey (Marag-based Yatra)

You can follow the historical paths walked by the Gurus - tracing their travels and the moments that shaped Sikh history. Here are some examples:

Guru Gobind Singh Ji Marag: Follow the path that Guru Gobind Singh Ji took after leaving Anandpur Sahib to Damdama Sahib. There is a dedicated road route and map for this.

Sees Marag: The sacred route of bringing Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji’s Sees (head) from Delhi to Anandpur Sahib, honouring the devotion and courage of Bhai Jaita Ji.

Gurdwara Sis Ganj Sahib, Delhi - Koocha Dilwali - Badd Khalsa - Taravari - Gurdwara Sat Sang Sahib/Sis Ganj Sahib, Ambala - Gurdwara Sri Nabha Sahib, Nabha - Gurdwara Bibangarh Sahib, Kiratpur Sahib - Gurdwara Sis Ganj Sahib, Anandpur Sahib

Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji’s Journey to Patna Sahib: The route from Anandpur Sahib to Patna Sahib, passing through asthans where Guru Sahib stayed and preached.

These marags let you experience the Gurus’ journeys step by step - feeling the history and spirit behind each place rather than visiting them in isolation.

Sikh Gurdwaras & Asthans by Region

Amritsar Sahib

Sri Harmandir Sahib (Darbar Sahib)
Gurdwaras and Historical Sites in the Parkarma of Sachkand Sri Harmandar Sahib Ji
5 Sarovar - (Amritsar, Ramsar, Bibeksar, Kaulsar and Santokhsar Sahib)
Baba Atal Ji (This asthan should be visited in order to mark your Amritsar Sahib yatra complete)
Bhai Shalo Ji (This asthan should be visited in order to mark your Amritsar Sahib yatra complete)
Lohgarh Sahib
Guru Ke Mehal (This asthan is an important one as many Guru Sahibs lived here when living in Amritsar Sahib and it is the Parkash Asthan of Guru Tegh Bahaedur Ji)
Gurdwara Darshani Deori
Gurdwara Shaheed Ganj Sahib
Gurdwara Baba Sham Singh ji

Nearby Gurdwaras:

Khuh Bhai Manjh Ji
Tahla Sahib
Lalkar Sahib
Jhulna Mehal
Lakeer Sahib
Pipli Sahib
Kotha Sahib (Valla)
Guriana Sahib

Other Nearby:

Tarn Taran Sahib
Birh Baba Budha Ji & Jhabal (Mai Bhago Ji house & Bibi Veero Ji viah Asthan)
Baba Bakala Sahib

Guru Ki Wadali

Janam Asthan Guru Hargobind Ji Mahraj
Cheharta Sahib
Gurdwara Damdama Sahib
Gurdwara Sri Manji Sahib
Gurdwara Babe Shaheed Singh Ji

Basarke

Sann Sahib
Janam Asthan Guru Amar Das Ji

If you start from Amritsar Sahib, you have a straight route as follows:
Amritsar Sahib - Guru Ki Wadali - Basarke - Birh Baba Budha Ji - Jhabal (Mai Bhago Ji & Bibi Veero Ji Asthan)

Goindwal Sahib

Baoli Sahib, Goindwal Sahib
Chubara Sahib, Goindwal Sahib
Family Home of Guru Amar Das Ji
Gurdwara Sri Khoo Sahib Patshahi 4
Gurdwara Akaal Chalana Sahib
Gurdwara Damdama Sahib

Khadoor Sahib

Historical Gurdwaras of Khadoor Sahib

Gurdwara Sri Darbar Sahib
Gurdwara Tapiana Sahib
Mata Khivi Ji's Langgar
Gurdwara Tap Asthan Guru Angad Sahib
Khoo Bibi Amro Ji
Gurdwara Thara Sahib
Gurdwara Sri Mai Bharai Sahib
Shaheedi Asthan Baba Sujada Ji
Gurdwara Sri Mal Akhaara Sahib

Sultanpur Lodhi

Historical Gurdwaras of Sultanpur Lodhi

Gurdwara Ber Sahib
Gurdwara Sant Ghat
Guru Ka Bagh
Gurdwara Hatt Sahib
Gurdwara Sri Kothri Sahib
Gurdwara Sri Antaryamta Sahib
Gurdwara Sri Bebe Nanaki
Gurdwara Sri Sehra Sahib

Nearby Asthan:

Parkash Asthan Bhai Lalo Ji, Dalla pind
Gurdwara Viah Asthan Mata Damodri Ji, Dalla
Khoo Bhai Paro Ji, Dalla
Gurdwara Janj Ghar, Dalla
Gurdwara Sri Baoli Sahib, Dalla
Gurdwara Bhai Bhageerath Ji, Malsiyan, Jalandhar

Anandpur Sahib

Takht Kesgarh Sahib

Guru Ke Mehal
Family House of Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji
Qila Anandgarh Sahib
Shaheedi Bagh Gurdwara
Gurdwara Shaheedi Bagh
Qila Taragarh Sahib
Baoli Bhai Ghaniya Ji
Qila Holgarh Sahib
Qila Lohgarh Sahib
Mata Jito Ji Gurdwara

Nearby / Additional:

Guru Ka Lahore
Triveni Sahib
Paur Sahib
Sohela Ghora
Sehra Sahib
Bhabhour Sahib

Kiratpur Sahib

Historical Gurdwaras of Kiratpur Sahib

Gurdwara Shri Sheesh Mahal Sahib
Gurdwara Sri Damdama Sahib
Gurdwara Sri Harmandar Sahib & Nau Lakha Bagh
Gurdwara Sri Kot Sahib
Gurdwara Sri Charan Kamal Sahib
Gurdwara Baba Gurditta Ji
Gurdwara Sri Teer Sahib
Peer Baba Budhan Shah Ji da Takeeya (This asthan should be visited to mark Kiratpur Sahib yatra as complete)
Gurdwara Sri Bibangarh Sahib
Gurdwara Manji Sahib/Gurdwara Bibi Veero Ji
Gurdwara Patal Puri Sahib