Gurudwara Bangla Sahib Delhi: Timings, Langar and Visitor Rules

Gurudwara Bangla Sahib in Delhi: opening hours, head covering and footwear rules, the langar community meal, the sarovar, and how to visit respectfully.

By the Lux India Tours Team·Oct 19, 2026

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Gilded sanctum hall inside Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, Delhi, with visitors

Gurudwara Bangla Sahib is the most prominent Sikh temple in Delhi, and it is one of the most welcoming places in the city. Its gold dome rises beside a large pool, and its community kitchen feeds thousands of people every day, free.

This guide covers the timings, the rules and what to expect, so you can visit with confidence and respect.

Inside Gurudwara Bangla Sahib.

At a glance
Where	Ashoka Road, near Connaught Place, central Delhi
Open	Daily, from early morning until late evening
Entry	Free, for people of every faith
Time needed	1 to 1.5 hours; more if you eat at the langar
Head covering	Required for everyone
Footwear	Removed at the entrance

What it is

The gurudwara commemorates the eighth Sikh guru, Guru Har Krishan, who stayed in a bungalow here in 1664 and helped people during a smallpox outbreak. The sarovar, the pool beside the temple, is said to have healing water. The present building dates mostly from the 20th century.

The atmosphere is calm and devotional, with continuous hymn singing, called kirtan, in the main hall.

Timings

The gurudwara is open every day, from the early hours of the morning until late evening, and the main services run through the day. Mornings and evenings are the most atmospheric. Weekends and Sikh festival days are crowded, especially around Gurpurab. Check the day's hours if you plan an evening visit.

What to wear and do

Cover your head, with a scarf, a handkerchief or a cloth provided at the entrance. This applies to everyone, men and women.
Remove your shoes and leave them at the free shoe counter.
Wash your feet in the shallow channel at the entrance.
Dress modestly, with shoulders and knees covered.
Do not bring tobacco, alcohol or meat into the premises.
Keep your voice low, and follow the signs about photography.

The langar

The langar, the community kitchen, serves a simple vegetarian meal to anyone who comes, regardless of religion or background. Visitors sit on the floor in rows, and volunteers serve dal, vegetables and roti. It is a powerful experience, and a good way to understand the Sikh principle of equality.

A basket of freshly made rotis at the community kitchen of Gurudwara Bangla Sahib

Rotis for the langar.

Take only what you will eat, and wash or return your plate. Donations are welcome but not required.

The sarovar

The pool is the centre of the complex, with koi fish and a walkway around it. Many people walk around it in silence. It is a good place to sit for a few minutes after the langar.

How to fit it in

Bangla Sahib is a five-minute walk from Connaught Place, so it combines easily with a shopping or dinner stop. See our Connaught Place guide, the India Gate guide and the Delhi in two days guide. For the wider city, see Old Delhi's Jama Masjid.

Frequently asked questions

Is there an entry fee?

No. Entry is free.

Do I need to cover my head?

Yes. Everyone does.

Can non-Sikhs eat at the langar?

Yes. The meal is open to everyone.

What time should I go?

Early morning or evening, on a weekday.

Can I take photos?

In the outer areas, usually. Follow the signs and ask staff.

Plan your Delhi days with us

We add Bangla Sahib to a central Delhi day and explain the customs on the way. Explore the Golden Triangle destination page or talk to a trip designer.