Nanded
A Great Takht on the Godavari
Overview
Nanded is a city on the banks of the Godavari in the Marathwada region of Maharashtra, and one of the most important places in Sikhism. It is home to Takht Sachkhand Sri Hazur Abchalnagar Sahib, one of the five Takhts, the highest seats of Sikh temporal authority. Here Guru Gobind Singh, the tenth Sikh Guru, spent his final days and passed away in 1708. MyTripMyTravel arranges respectful pilgrimage visits to Hazur Sahib, mindful of gurudwara customs and the city's devotional life.
The Takht at Nanded, known as Hazur Sahib, marks the site associated with Guru Gobind Singh's last days. Its central gurudwara, with its gilded dome, is the focus for pilgrims who come from across India and abroad, and the complex is busy with devotion, langar and prayer.
As one of the five Takhts, Nanded carries deep authority in Sikh tradition, alongside the Akal Takht at Amritsar and the others. Visitors are expected to observe gurudwara etiquette, including covering the head and removing shoes.
The city sits on the Godavari, and its riverfront and older quarters add to a visit. MyTripMyTravel plans Nanded as a considered pilgrimage stop, briefing guests on customs and timing visits around prayer and langar.
At a glance
Nanded in brief
When to visit
October to March
The cooler winter months are the most comfortable for visiting the gurudwara complex and moving around the city, which can be very hot in summer. Sikh festivals, particularly around Guru Gobind Singh's Gurpurab, draw large crowds and heightened devotion; these are moving to witness but far busier, so plan accommodation and timings well ahead if visiting then.
Things to do
Experiences in Nanded
Hazur Sahib darshan
Paying respects at the central Takht gurudwara, with its golden dome, is the heart of any visit.
Langar experience
Sharing in the community kitchen offers a firsthand sense of Sikh hospitality and equality.
Gurudwara complex
The wider complex includes shrines and spaces linked to Guru Gobind Singh's time in Nanded.
Godavari riverfront
The river ghats near the city give a quieter counterpoint to the busy gurudwara.
Old city quarters
Nanded's older streets carry the everyday texture of a Marathwada pilgrimage town.
Getting there
How to reach Nanded
Nanded (NDC) has a domestic airport with limited connections; Hyderabad and Aurangabad are larger alternatives with onward travel.
Nanded is well connected by rail, including pilgrim trains, and the station is central to the city.
Highways link Nanded to Aurangabad, Hyderabad and other regional centres for road journeys.
MyTripMyTravel provides chauffeured transfers to and around Nanded, coordinated with visit and prayer timings.
Where to stay
Hotels near the gurudwara cater to pilgrims and offer easy access to the Takht complex.
The city's better business hotels provide fuller amenities for travellers wanting more comfort.
Accommodation run by the gurudwara offers simple, devotion-centred lodging close to Hazur Sahib.
Where to eat
The community kitchen serves simple vegetarian meals to all, a central part of the Sikh tradition of seva.
The pilgrim presence means hearty Punjabi-style vegetarian food is widely available near the complex.
Local restaurants serve the regional Maharashtrian thali for a taste of the surrounding cuisine.
Good to know
Nanded, your questions
Why is Nanded important in Sikhism?
It is home to Takht Sachkhand Sri Hazur Sahib, one of the five Takhts, and is where Guru Gobind Singh, the tenth Guru, spent his final days and passed away in 1708.
What is a Takht?
A Takht is a seat of temporal authority in Sikhism. There are five, including the Akal Takht at Amritsar; Hazur Sahib at Nanded is among them.
Are there customs to observe?
Yes. As at any gurudwara, visitors cover their heads, remove their shoes and behave respectfully. MyTripMyTravel briefs guests on etiquette beforehand.
When is the busiest time?
Sikh festivals, especially Guru Gobind Singh's Gurpurab, bring very large gatherings. They are deeply moving but crowded, so book well in advance if visiting then.
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