Chatti Padshahi Gurudwara, Jammu And Kashmir
The Chatti Padshahi in Srinagar is one of the famous Gurudwara which is not only one of the major tourist attractions of Srinagar but also an important place of worship for the Sikhs. Located in Rainawari in Srinagar this is an important site for the Sikh devotees who assemble here to offer their prayers. It is believed that the sixth Guru of Sikhs traveled throughout Kashmir and wherever he preached a Gurudwara has been built which has resulted in Chatti Padshahi Gurudwara in Srinagar.
Situated on the southern gate of Hari Parbat Fort this is an important Gurudwara of the Sikh community. There are also several Sikh Gurudwaras in Jammu and Kashmir but devotees mostly visit Chatti Padshahi.
History
The legend of this gurudwara associates it with Guru Hargobind – the sixth Sikh Guru and his ardent devotee Mai Bhagbhari. It is said that she yearned for along to get a glimpse of the Guru, who finally visited her. During the visit, he preached the virtues of Sikhism.