Dharamsala Bhai Hema Ji, Jhang

A three-storey pilgrims' dharamsala built by Bhai Hema for the fair on Guru Nanak's birthday.

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Everything the pilgrims needed was provided inside the building, which the Government of Pakistan repaired in 1953–54. Today families live in it.

Why go

✦A three-storey dharamsala built by Bhai Hema for pilgrims
✦Built for the fair on Guru Nanak's birthday
✦Repaired by the Government of Pakistan in 1953–54

History

This is a large and beautiful place in the Bhabrana Mohalla of Jhang Magghiana. It has a splendid 3-storeyed building. The building was actually built by Bhai Hema Ji for the pilgrims who used to assemble in the fair organised on the birthday of the Sat Gur Nanak Dev Ji. All the needs of the pilgrims have been taken care of within the building. The Government of Pakistan arranged for its repair in 1953-54. The building is again in need of extensive repairs.

Planning tip

Best Time to Visit, November to February. Jhang is hot from April to September. The three-storey building in Bhabrana Mohalla was built for pilgrims at Guru Nanak's birthday fair; it is now a family home, so it is best seen from outside unless the residents invite you in.

Getting there, In Bhabrana Mohalla of Jhang-Magghiana, Jhang city.

What to Do

◆See the building from Bhabrana Mohalla

◆View from outside; families live in it

◆Combine with Gurdwara Nanaksar outside Jhang

Nearby

Straight-line distance from Dharamsala Bhai Hema Ji, Jhang, within 5 km.

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