Guru Ram Rai Gurudwara Dehradun is the most famous religious center in Dehradun. Established in 17 Th century, This Gurudwara is the oldest and holiest pilgrimage for Sikh community in Dehradun.
Shrine’s History
Shri Guru Ram Rai Darbar Sahib in Dehradun is a philanthropic organisation of the Udaseen sect. Sri Guru Ram Rai Ji, the eldest son of the seventh Guru of the Sikhs- Sri Har Rai Ji, had established it for protecting and spreading the traditions, ideals and philosophies of Hinduism Dehradun owes its name and history to the emergence of Sri Guru Ram Rai Ji who came to this then small , green Arcadian abode way back in 1676. He established his DERA in Doon Valley which later became popular as DEHRADUN During the reigns of Aurangzeb, the Doon valley was Guru Maharaj Ji’s property. The Britishers could enter it only after taking permission from the Darbar Sahib. Darbar Sahib still owns a large part of this property.
Architectural Relevance of This Shrine
The Building of the Darbar Sahib is an epitome of Islamic and Hindu architecture.The building contains domes, minarets, gurudwara, Mural paintings reflecting a mixed culture and represent spiritual enlightenment. Till date people of all classes, castes and creed visit the Darbar Sahib.
Shrine’s Map Location and How to Go There
By RoadThe nearest Bus stop is DehradunBy RailThe nearest Railway station is Dehradun Railway StationBy AirThe nearest Airport is Jolly Grant Dehradun Airport
Events Celebrated at This Shrine
Sri Guru Ram Rai Ji was born on Chaitrawadi Panchami- the fifth day of Holi in 1646 at Kiratpur, District Ropar in Punjab. In his sacred memory, one of the famous fairs of Northern India-that is the Jhanda Fair of Dehradun is celebrated every year which begins on the day of his birthday which incidentally coincides with the day of his arrival at Dehradun in 1676.