Guru Nanak Jayanti is the birthday of the first Sikh Guru, Guru Nanak, and one of the most sacred festivals in Sikhism.

The festivities in the Sikh religion revolve around the anniversaries of the 10 Sikh Gurus. These Gurus were responsible for shaping the beliefs of the Sikhs. Their birthdays, known as Gurpurabs, are occasions for celebration and prayer among the Sikhs.

Sri Harmandir Sahib, also known as Sri Darbar Sahib or Golden Temple , is the most important temple of the Sikhs in the country. It is situated in Amritsar, Punjab, India. The temple that is considered as the best architectural works of the world, represents a unique harmony between the Muslims and the Hindus way of construction. The temple is built on a 67ft. square platform in the centre of the Sarovar (tank) and has a door facing in all the four directions History The idea to build a temple for the Sikhs was conceived by Guru Arjan Sahib, the Fifth Nanak.