An Old Mound and Gurdwara Sri Jhari Sahib Tergay (2021)

 Kasur, Punjab, Pakistan ( 31°10'2.70"N,  74°29'35.33"E)

Relevance: Sikhism, Guru Amar Das Ji 

Also known as 

Gurdwara Patashi III Jhaari Saheb Tergay

Date of Visit:- 20 November 2021

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Gurdwara Sri Jhari Sahib stands in the decrepit condition in fields outside the Tergay village and is located 1.8 km from the Indian border.

Village Tergay is situated on Kasur-Qadiwind road about one km northeast of village Qadiwind.

While Sri Guru Amar Das Ji was traveling to Kasur, the residents of this village welcomed him with love and urged him to stay.

Guru Amar Das conceded and stayed here. A small Gurdwara was built in his memory. There used to be a bunch of trees nearby. Guru Amar Das had tied his horse to the trees which have withered away.

There is a grant of 2.5 ghumaon of land by Bhai Sulakhan Singh of Qadiwind and 2.5 ghumaon by villagers for the Gurdwara. A fair was held on Vaisakhi before Indo-Pak Partition. 

It is also important to mention this Gurdwara is located near an ancient pre-historic mound. 

Pre-historic Mound 

My Visit to Gurudwara Saheb, Daftu Kasur Lahore (2021)

 31.24814, 74.37802

Relevance: Sikhism

 Date of Visit:- 20 November 2021

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The historic town of Laliani is situated on the Lahore-Ferozepur road. A very famous village by the name of Daftu is located at a distance of four kilometers from Lalyani. The beautiful building of the Gurdwara inside the village is visible from distance. It is said that this was the Gurdwara where Baba Bullhe Shah took refuge when he was banished from the village by the Chaudris of Pandoki.

 It is a very big fort-like Gurdwara. 80 Squares of land are said to be endowed to this Gurdwara by Bibi  Isher Kaur the famous Sardarni (chieftain).

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Remains of an abandoned Gurdwara near Katlohi Kalan village in Pakistan (2021)

Relevance: Sikhism

Date of Visit:- 20 November 2021

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 31°11'52.67"N,  74°30'30.46"E

We were visiting Gurudawara Jhari Saheb, which is located on the outskirts of village Tergay in Kasur district. 

Here we met with a local who told us that there are remains of another Gurudawara in the nearby village. We decided to visit that sacred site as well. After crossing the BRB canal, we reached a village named Katlohi Kalan. This village is located less than two kilometers from the Indian-Pakistan international border.

A tall abandoned building is standing outside the village, I have seen and documented many similar Sikh pre-partition architectures in  Lahore and Kasur border belt. The edifice suffered from vandalism as no Sikh was left after the 1947 partitions in this area. 

Baba Ram Thaman Shrine Kalu Khara, Kasur, Punjab (2021)

Relevance: Sikhism, Hinduism, Udassi Shrine

Date of Visit:- 20 November 2021

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The Baba Ram Thaman Shrine, situated in the Khala Kharu village of the Kasur District in Pakistan's Punjab province, holds great historical and religious significance. This revered Hindu shrine is dedicated to Baba Ram Thaman, a saint who lived during the 16th century and was known for his association with Guru Nanak, the revered founder of Sikhism. Over time, the shrine has grown in importance, attracting devotees and visitors from various communities.

During the 16th century, Baba Ram Thaman established his camp near the Khala Kharu village, and following his passing, a shrine was constructed at the very location. In addition to the shrine, several temples and a pond were later added to the complex, enhancing its spiritual ambiance. Devotees of Baba Ram Thaman also settled in the vicinity of the temple complex until the partition.

One of the significant events held at the shrine is the annual Vaisakhi fair, which has been celebrated since the 16th century CE. This fair attracts a large number of pilgrims, with approximately 60,000 attendees each year. It is a testament to the enduring cultural and religious traditions associated with Baba Ram Thaman.

Even after the partition, the Vaisakhi celebrations continue to be held at the Baba Ram Thaman Shrine. It is worth noting that a majority of the attendees are Muslims, showcasing the shrine's ability to foster communal harmony and serve as a place of reverence for people from diverse religious backgrounds.

The Baba Ram Thaman Shrine holds a significant place in the hearts of Hindus and serves as a symbol of religious tolerance and unity. As a Smadh, it represents a sacred space constructed over the burial ground of a Hindu saint, following the customs of the Ramanandi Sampradaya of Vaishnavas, one of the 36 sects of Vaishnavism.

In summary, the Baba Ram Thaman Shrine in the Khala Kharu village is a renowned Hindu shrine dedicated to Baba Ram Thaman, a 16th-century Vaishnav saint. It is famous for its annual Vaisakhi fair, which has been celebrated since the 16th century and continues to attract a large number of devotees. This shrine serves as a beacon of communal harmony, with Muslim attendees forming the majority. It holds great cultural and religious significance and is revered by people from diverse backgrounds.