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Gurdwara Amb Sahib in Mohali has immense historical and cultural significance and is thus a must visit for tourists. As per legends, Bhai Kuram Ji of Kabul travelled to Amritsar to seek the blessings of the 5th Sikh Guru, Guru Arjan Dev Ji. While everyone else was paying gifts to Guru Sahib, he stood there empty handed. Ashamed of this, Bhai Kuram Ji saved the amb given as Prasad and presented the same to Guru Sahib the next morning. Guru Arjan Dev Ji asked him to eat his Prasad and promised that his offering will be accepted one day.
 

Bhakra Dam is a concrete arch gravity dam across the Sutluj River, near the border between Punjab and Himachal Pradesh in northern India. The dam was part of the larger multipurpose Bhakra Nangal Project whose aims were to prevent floods in the Sutlej Beas river valley, to provide irrigation to adjoining states and to provide hydro electricity. Construction began in 1948 and was completed in 1963. The dam, at 741 ft, is one of the highest gravity dams in the world. Two powerhouses with a total capacity of 1000 MW flank the dam, on either side of the river. A smaller subsidiary dam, called the Nangal Dam is located a little downriver from the Bhakra Dam.
 

Nabha Sahib is a revered Sikh shrine situated in the Mohali District on the Patiala Zirakpur Highway. It is believed that after the execution of Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji, his mortal remains were picked up by Bhai Jaita from his cremation spot at the Anandpur Sahib. At the request of Faqir Dargahi Shah, a Muslim saint and a disciple of Guru Sahib, he kept the remains at the site of this Gurdwara. Adjoining the Gurdwara is the mazhar of the Muslim Faqir. Guru Gobind Singh Ji visited Nabha Sahib in 1688 after the battle of Bhangani to pay homage to his father, Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji. Banda Singh Bahadur also came to visit the shrine in 1709 to pay his respects to Guru Sahib and the Muslim Faqir. Dating back to 1695, this must visit Gurdwara in Mohali is thronged by several Sikh devotees every year.
 

Gurdwara Baoli Sahib is a famous shrine located on the Zirakpur Kalka Highway in Mohali. There is a popular belief that a descendant of Baba Gurditta Ji meditated at this site for many years. Having heard of him, Guru Gobind Singh Ji halted here on his way to Anandpur Sahib after the Bhangani battle. The Sikh disciple requested Guru Sahib to restore the water supply of the region for the welfare of its villagers. Guru Gobind Singh Ji shot an arrow into the ground to fulfil his wish, at the point of which sprung a shallow well. Later, a shrine was erected at this sacred site and was named as Gurdwara Baoli Sahib. Pilgrims from across the country visit this place on the day of Amavas to take a dip in the holy water of the Baoli. Of immense religious significance to the Sikh community, this site is recommended to visitors.
 

Gurdwara Nada Sahib, situated on the banks of Ghaggar River in Panchkula, is a famous Sikh shrine at a distance of about 23 kms from Mohali. It is believed that Guru Gobind Singh Ji rested at this site in 1688, on his way to Anandpur Sahib after the Battle of Bhangani. A villager named Nadu Shah Lubana dedicated himself to the service of Guru Sahib and his followers. Impressed with his devotion, Guru Gobind Singh Ji named the place after him. Later, Bhai Motha Singh discovered the site and raised a platform to commemorate the visit of Guru Gobind Singh Ji. In 1956, Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee took control of the Gurdwara. Presently, the Gurdwara Nada Sahib complex comprises a two storey domed structure, a large rectangular meeting hall, a spacious courtyard, a Langar Hall and rooms for pilgrims. This lovely Sikh shrine is a recommended spot for visitors in Mohali.
 

Gurdwara Puddha Sahib is one of the popular Sikh shrines located in the vicinity of Mohali. Also known as Gobindgarh Sahib, this beautiful Gurdwara is associated with the renowned saint, Peer Puddhu Shah, who was a follower of Guru Gobind Singh Ji. His nephew, Baba Bhikam Singh, meditated at this site for around 200 years. After his death, Baba Ram Singh Ji constructed a huge shrine at this place along with a memorial for Baba Bhikam Singh. The Gurdwara complex encompasses a Darbar Sahib, a Sarovar Sahib, a Langar Hall, a Darshani Deodhi and a memorial of Peer Puddhu Shah called Yaad Ghar. Blessed to fulfil the wishes of anyone and everyone who come to visit the shrine, this Gurdwara is a recommended tourist for pilgrims.