Gurudwara Tobha Bhai Salho Ji
Gurudwara Tobha Bhai Salho Ji is located in the Amritsar district of Punjab. This sacred site holds historical significance as it was blessed by the presence of Guru Ram Das Ji, Guru Arjan Dev Ji and Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji.
Bhai Salho Ji was a devoted Sikh during the times of Guru Ram Das Ji, Guru Arjan Dev Ji, and Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji. He was born on September 29, 1554, in the village of Daula Kingra, in the Malwa region of Punjab, to Bhai Diala Ji and Mata Sukhdei Ji, who belonged to a Dhaliwal Jatt family. His parents were originally followers of Pir Sakhi Sarwar (Sultanias) but later embraced Sikhism after having the darshan of Guru Ram Das Ji (1574-1581).
Later, Bhai Salho Ji’s parents moved to Majitha village in Amritsar district, where they permanently settled. However, Bhai Salho Ji, who was still young at the time, chose to stay in Amritsar (then known as Guru Ka Chak) to serve Guru Sahib and devote himself to selfless service (sewa) and meditation (simran).
The Sikh sangat traveling from Lahore to Amritsar for Guru Ji’s darshan would often pass through this route and stop at Gurudwara Tobha Bhai Salho Ji before proceeding further. Guru Arjan Dev Ji had deep love and affection for his Sikhs and frequently visited Bhai Salho Ji’s dharamsal.
In 1589, Bhai Salho Ji was present at the wedding of Mata Ganga Ji, Guru Arjan Dev Ji’s wife, at Mau Sahib, alongside many other prominent Sikhs. Around 1605, he also participated in the wedding of Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji. Bhai Salho Ji passed away in 1628 at the age of 74.
Gurudwara Tobha Bhai Salho Ji is situated near Gurudwara Guru Ka Mahal and Qila Lohgarh Sahib. The present structure of the Gurudwara dates back to the Sikh Empire and features architectural designs from the reign of Maharaja Ranjit Singh (1799-1839).
To reach Gurudwara Tobha Bhai Salho Ji, here are some options:
By Car: The Gurudwara is well-connected by roads and can be easily accessed from different parts of Amritsar. Parking facilities are available nearby.
By Train: The nearest railway station is Amritsar Junction located about 2 km away. From there, you can hire a taxi or use local transport to reach the Gurudwara.
By Bus: Amritsar has a well-developed bus network, with buses available from major cities. The Gurudwara is easily accessible from the Amritsar Bus Stand, which is around 3 km away. A short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride will take you to the Gurudwara.
By Air: The nearest airport is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, about 12 km away. From the airport, you can hire a taxi or take public transport to reach the Gurudwara.
Before setting out, it’s recommended to check the current transportation schedules and availability based on your location. Additionally, once you arrive in Amritsar, feel free to ask locals for guidance.
Other Near Gurudwaras
- Gurudwara Qila Sri Lohgarh Sahib - 260m
- Gurudwara Guru Ke Mahal - 300m
- Gurudwara Churasti Attari chevi patshahi - 350m
- Gurudwara Santokhsar Sahib - 550m
- Gurudwara Sri Thara Sahib - 650m
- Gurudwara Bibi Kaulan Ji Sri Kaulsar Sahib - 800m
