{"id":122938,"date":"2022-07-18T17:45:41","date_gmt":"2022-07-18T12:15:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mapsofindia.com\/my-india\/?p=122938"},"modified":"2022-07-18T16:03:39","modified_gmt":"2022-07-18T10:33:39","slug":"virasat-e-khalsa-a-museum-that-talks-about-the-history-of-sikhism","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mapsofindia.com\/my-india\/travel\/virasat-e-khalsa-a-museum-that-talks-about-the-history-of-sikhism","title":{"rendered":"Virasat-e-Khalsa: A museum that talks about the history of Sikhism"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Earlier known as Khalsa Heritage Complex, the Virasat-e-Khalsa is a museum in the Rupnagar district of Punjab. It is known for its distinctive architecture. It showcases the journey of 550 years of Sikhism and Punjab&#8217;s vibrant culture and tradition.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Sri Anandpur Sahib, where this museum is located, is often called the &#8216;town of spiritual bliss&#8217;. It is considered the second holiest town of Sikhism. The ninth Sikh Guru, Shri Guru Teg Bahadur Ji, in 1664 founded it. The ideology of Khalsa also began from here.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Opened to the public on November 25, 2011, Virasat-e-Khalsa is located in this holy town and is surrounded by nature. It is a visual-cum-narrative museum and has won worldwide recognition. Its name is recorded in the &#8216;Limca Book of Records&#8217;, &#8216;India Book of Records&#8217;, &#8216;Asia Book of Records&#8217;, and &#8216;World Book of Records.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Let&#8217;s know more about the Virasat-e-Khalsa Museum:<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Renowned architect Mosche Safdie built this museum. The inspiration for the design was taken from the Holy Golden Temple and the holy town of Sri Anandpur Sahib. It has two complexes &#8211; the Western and the Eastern complex with a 165-meter-long bridge.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The western complex is smaller and contains the entrance to the museum, a temporary exhibit gallery, two-level research and reference library, and an auditorium with a seating capacity of 428 people. Cultural events and seminars took place here.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The eastern complex is enormous as compared to the western complex. It is home to 27 permanent exhibit galleries that make visitors aware of the rich history of Sikhism.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Tourist Attractions at Virasat-e-Khalsa<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Besides its architecture, the main tourist attraction of this Virasat-e-Khalsa is its galleries.\u00a0<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Mentioned below are these galleries:<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Culture and Tradition of Punjab<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">15th Century Period<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Ek Onkar: The Concept of One<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Life of Shri Guru Nanak Dev Ji<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Shri Guru Nanak Dev Ji at Kartarpur<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Shri Guru Angad Dev Ji and Shri Guru Amardas Ji<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Life of Shri Guru Ramdas Ji<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Life of Shri Guru Arjan Dev Ji<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Martyrdom of Shri Guru Arjan Dev Ji<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Miri -Piri: The two swords symbolise worldly (political) and spiritual authority<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Golden Temple: Shri Harmandir Sahib<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Shri Guru Harkrishan Ji<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Shri Guru Teg Bahadur Ji listening to the plea of Kashmiri Pandits<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Martyrdom of &#8220;Hind di Chadar&#8221; Shri Guru Teg Bahadur Ji<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Shri Guru Gobind Singh Ji and Birth of Khalsa<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Shri Guru Gobind Singh Ji post-Khalsa<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Guru Granth Guru Panth: Gurbani Slokas emanating from Cosmos<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Towards Sovereign Rule-I: The rise of Banda Singh Bahadur and his execution<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Towards Sovereign Rule- II: Stories of struggles, martyrdom and re-establishment of independent Misls<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The Golden Rule: Maharaja Ranjit Singh (1780 &#8211; 1848)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Colonial Rule and The Sikhs (1849 &#8211; 1925)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Participation in the struggle for Independence (1907 &#8211; 1947)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Map of Unified Punjab 1947<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A Riveting Journey (1947-1948): Tragic saga of migration of millions from West Punjab of India<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Participation in Retrospect (Post-Independence) &#8211; Recounting the stories of loss and nostalgia of Pre-Partition Punjab<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">New roots &#8211; Resurrection after great suffering<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The spirit of celebration amidst adversity<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The resurgence of Sikhs in India and Abroad (Post-Independence)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Chardi Kala: To maintain a high spirit, always<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Timings of Virasat-e-Khalsa<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The Virasat-e-Khalsa museum remains open from 10 am to 4.30 pm every day except Monday. It also remains closed on Diwali, Dussehra, Independence Day, Republic Day, Gandhi Jayanti, and from January 24 to January 31 and July 24 to July 31.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Tickets of Virasat-e-Khalsa<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The entry to Virasat-e-Khalsa is free.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Address of Virasat-e-Khalsa<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Virasat-e-Khalsa, Sri Anandpur Sahib, District Rupnagar, Punjab &#8211; 140118<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Contact Number<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">01887232592<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">E-mail<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">khc_asf@yahoo.co<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">How to reach Virasat-e-Khalsa?\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">By Air<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The nearest airport to Virasat-e-Khalsa. It is located at Sri Anandpur Saahib, at a distance of about 80 Km from Chandigarh. Local transports like buses and cabs are available to reach the museum.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">By Train<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Sri Anandpur Sahib Railway Station is the nearest railway station to Virasat-e-Khalsa. Local transport can be taken to reach there.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">By Road<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Buses are the easiest way to reach Virasat-e-Khalsa if you plan to visit there by road. It has a well-connected network of roads. Once you reach Chandigarh, buses can be taken from ISBT located in Sector -43 to Sri Anandpur Sahib.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">For more information, visit:<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/virasat-e-khalsa.net\/tourist-information\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">www.virasat-e-khalsa.net<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Earlier known as Khalsa Heritage Complex, the Virasat-e-Khalsa is a museum in the Rupnagar district of Punjab. It is known for its distinctive architecture. It showcases the journey of 550 years of Sikhism and Punjab&#8217;s vibrant culture and tradition. Sri Anandpur Sahib, where this museum is located, is often called the &#8216;town of spiritual bliss&#8217;. 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