The Golden Temple is situated in Amritsar, located in Northern Punjab, India, which is close to the border of Pakistan. It is the central gurdwara, or worship place, for all Sikhs in the world. Its proper name is Harmandir, which means "Temple of God" and is respectfully referred to as Darbar (meaning "court") Sahib (meaning" Lord"). Darbar Harmandir Sahib is known as the Golden Temple because of its unique features. (Image copyrights belong to their respective owners)