Gurudwara Katana Sahib
Guru Gobind Singh spent a night here on his way to Alamgir with Muslim brothers Gani Khan and Nabi Khan. During colonial rule the British had to divert their irrigation canal around the Gurudwara because of its religious sanctity. This Gurudwara Sahib commonly known as Gurudwara Katana Sahib, is believed to have been visited by Guru Hargobind Ji during his journey through the Malwa country in 1631-34. Guruji had 7 Guns and some Horsemen. Guruji took rest for one night hence. He tied his horse with the Ber tree. Guru Gobind Singh Ji also visited the place while on his way to Dunanagar in 1705 from Machhiwara. It is believed that Guruji had his first meal after Machhiwara here hence this place is referred to as Degsar. This Gurudwara is beautifully planned and has large extracts of land It is located along a canal and has a beautiful view. Sangrand and Prakash Utsav of tenth Guru are celebrated here.
To reach Gurudwara Katana Sahib, located in Katana Village, near the Sirhind Canal, you have several transportation options:
By Car or Taxi: If you’re driving, simply input Gurudwara Katana Sahib or Katana Village into your GPS or maps app. It’s approximately 25 km from Ludhiana and 5 km from Doraha. The road is well-connected and the drive is straightforward.
By Train: The nearest major railway station is Ludhiana Railway Station (Station Code: LDH). From there, you can take a local bus or hire a taxi to Katani Kalan Village ( sitauted in Ludhiana – Chandigarh Road). Once at Katani Kalan, it’s just a 1 km drive to the Gurudwara.
By Bus: Several local bus routes operate between Ludhiana and Chandigarh. Upon reaching Katani Kalan, take a short taxi ride or a rickshaw to Gurudwara Sahib.
By Air: The nearest airport is Ludhiana Domestic Airport (IATA: LUH) in Ludhiana, which is about 25 km away from the Gurudwara. After arriving, you can take a taxi or use a rideshare service for a quick journey to Katana Village.
Before traveling, it’s a good idea to check transportation schedules based on your location. Upon reaching Katana Village, you can ask locals for directions to the Gurudwara as it’s well-known in the area.
