Nestled in the village of Takhtupura, 32 km southeast of Moga, Gurdwara Nanaksar Sahib (also called Takhtupura Sahib) stands as a spiritual jewel where three Sikh Gurus blessed the land. Accessible via the Moga-Barnala road between Lohara and Bilaspur, this complex surrounds the serene Nanaksar Sarovar and comprises three historic shrines tied to Guru Nanak Dev Ji, Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji, and Guru Gobind Singh Ji.
1. Gurdwara Sahib Patshahi Pehli: Guru Nanak’s Divine Intervention
Here, Guru Nanak Dev Ji discoursed with Siddha Yogis while visiting with Bhai Mardana Ji. A pivotal moment unfolded when Raja Bharthari of Ujjain sought help to marry the princess of Junagadh within 8 pahars (a day). The Siddhas declared it impossible, but Guru Nanak miraculously transported the king to Junagadh in just 3 hours. Upon their return, Guru Ji advised the king to settle here, planting seeds of Sikhism.
The site also witnessed Guru Nanak’s wisdom resolving a conflict between the king and a Sikh named Jakko, whose wounds healed after bathing in the sarovar. The present six-story marble Gurdwara, built in 1975 by Sant Darbara Singh, replaces an old mud hut. Its golden-domed sanctum overlooks the sarovar where Guru Nanak’s blessings still resonate.
2. Gurdwara Sahib Patshahi Chhevin: Guru Hargobind’s Battle Legacy
After the Battle of Mehraj (1634), Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji camped here, where local devotee Bhai Jakko served selflessly. The current structure, built in 1921 by Sant Sundar Singh Bhindranwale, features a marble hall with a central sanctum crowned by a golden kalasha.
3. Gurdwara Sahib Patshahi Dasvin: Guru Gobind Singh’s Blessing
In January 1705, Guru Gobind Singh Ji halted here en route from Raikot to Dina, bathing in the sarovar. The original Udasi-built structure collapsed in 1955; the present marble Gurdwara was erected by Sant Darbara Singh in 1962.
Nanaksar Sarovar & Annual Celebrations
The rectangular sarovar, partly paved by Maharaja Ranjit Singh’s general Dhanna Singh Malwai, was completed with a marble parikrama in 1921. Managed by the SGPC, the complex hosts daily services and grand events like:
- Lohri/Maghi (3-day fair in mid-January)
- Gurpurabs of Guru Nanak, Guru Hargobind, and Guru Gobind Singh Ji
- Jor Mela (January 13–17), drawing devotees nationwide
The site also runs Guru Nanak Khalsa High School, embodying the Gurus’ legacy of service and education.
Nanaksar Sahib is more than a shrine—it’s where miracles, battles, and blessings intertwine, echoing the Gurus’ timeless message of faith and unity.
🚗 How to Reach: Via Moga-Barnala road (near Lohara/Bilaspur) or Bagha Purana.
🕊️ Legacy: A living testament to Sikhism’s spiritual and historical roots.
