Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, formerly the bungalow-sized residence belonging to Raja Jai Singh, was locally known as ‘Jaisinghpura Palace’. Later, his home was converted into a gurudwara.
Location : Located on ‘Baba Kharag Singh Marg’, close to Connaught Place, Delhi, India.
It comprises the main gurudwara, the Sarovar, the Yatri Niwas, and a school. Interestingly, there is one hospital, one museum, and also one art gallery, functioning in its basement.
Operating Time : The gurudwara is open 24/7, each day of the year, including National holidays.
Famous For : Sikh pilgrimage, Spirituality, Indian History, Free public meal (Langar), Hospitality, sightseeing, and architecture.
Entrance Fee : No visiting charge is taken. Foreigners can enter without paying any fee.
Langar Hours : Only vegetarian food is served. Timings are tentatively from 9AM to 3PM & 7PM to 10PM.
Keep your head covered with any scarf, dupatta, saree-pallu, or handkerchief when present inside the complex.
Wear clothes that aren’t supposedly revealing or indecent.
Maintain silence when you are venturing inside.
Attend the prayer sessions conducted inside, to gain spiritual experience.
Get Karah (Holy) Prasad for yourself and your family.
Eat langar with other visitors, in its dining hall. The langar’s menu includes chapaati, vegetable-based curry, dal, and kheer.
Learn about various historical events of Sikhism by visiting the Baba Baghel Singh Museum & Art Gallery.
Enjoy the surreal beauty of its on-campus ‘Sarovar’ during sunrise and sunset time.
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