"Amrit Sarovar" translates to the "Pool of Nectar" in English. The term is commonly associated with the sacred water tank surrounding the Golden Temple (Sri Harmandir Sahib) in Amritsar, Punjab, India.
The name "Amritsar" is derived from two Punjabi words: "Amrit" and "Sar." "Amrit" means nectar or divine elixir, while "Sar" refers to a pool or body of water. Therefore, "Amritsar" can be translated as the "Pool of Nectar." The name is closely linked to the establishment of the city around the holy tank, Amrit Sarovar, which is central to the Golden Temple complex.
The city of Amritsar was founded by the fourth Sikh Guru, Guru Ram Das, in the 16th century. The construction of the Golden Temple and the Amrit Sarovar was initiated by Guru Arjan Dev, the fifth Sikh Guru, who completed the project in 1604. The name reflects the spiritual and symbolic significance of the sacred water tank, which is believed to carry spiritual properties and is a central feature in Sikh religious practices. The Golden Temple and Amrit Sarovar continue to be important pilgrimage sites for Sikhs and attract visitors from around the world.