To visit the Golden Temple, the most sacred place to those who follow the sikh religion there are many "guidelines" to follow

Both men and women are required to wear a scarf over their head and all visitors must remove their shoes and wash their feet by walking through pools before entering the complex and once inside visitors must walk clockwise around the pool and temple marble walkway

Cigarettes, tobacco and other intoxicants are strictly prohibited and it is not allowed to read or sell newspapers or play cards. Mobile phones must be put on silent or switched off.

Anyone can enter the The Amritsar Sarovar, or "Pool of Nectar," for their own spiritual cleansing and reflection

The use of soap or shampoo is not allowed and swimming is strictly prohibited.





