Faridkot Attractions - Tourist Places To Visit In Faridkot

Raj Mahal, located in the heart of Faridkot, was established during the reign of Maharaja Bikrama Singh and was built under the supervision of Balbir Singh. This beautiful edifice exhibits pointed spires and excellent mirror designs that draw inspiration from French architecture.

Earlier, this mahal served as a residence of the royal family. At present, it is resided by the descendants of Maharaja Bikrama Singh. This mahal with green lawns and beautifully designed towers sprawls across an area of 15 acres. The walls of this edifice are adorned with antique paintings that are appreciated by every onlooker. 'Raj Deori', the entrance, is a heritage building that houses a hospital, known as the Balbir Hospital.

Gurdwara Tilla Baba Farid is a popular religious attraction, located near Qila Mubarak. It is believed that before going to Pakpattan, Sufi Saint Baba Farid meditated here for 40 days. A piece of wood that was used by Baba Farid for cleaning his hands has been preserved here. The Gurudwara offers food to the poor and is thronged by many on Thursdays to worship the Sufi saint.

Darbar Ganj is a heritage building that was used as a guest house by the royal family earlier. At present, it serves as the Circuit House and office of the Commissioner of Faridkot Division. This remarkable mansion boasts of beautiful interiors and is surrounded by splendid gardens, which attract numerous travellers every year.

Rajasthan and Sirhind Canals are the enormous feeder systems located close to Faridkot. These were built for carrying the water of Beas and Sutlej rivers to the dry lands of Punjab. Sirhind is one of the oldest and biggest canals in the Indus River System. It is supposed to be about 150 years old.

Qila Mubarak was originally built by Raja Mokalsi and later, refurbished and extended by Raka Hamir Singh. Raja Bikram Singh and Raja Balbir Singh added more to the construction.The complex of this old monument encompasses the Royal Palace, Tosha Khana, Modi Khana and Treasury. This well-constructed and properly furnished building even has a beautiful garden.

Gurdwara Godri Sahib is situated near Qila Mubarak, at a distance of 4 km from Kotkapura Road. It was constructed in 1982 at the site where Baba Sheikh Farid left his jacket. The Sant Sarovar was also constructed, where several devotees take bath, especially on Thursdays as it is considered auspicious.

Gurudwara Godavarisar is located on the Kotkapura-Bathinda Road in the village of Dhilwan Kalan. This religious attraction is believed to have been visited by Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji, the 10th Sikh Guru, on his way to Talwandi Sabo.

Locals believe that the Guru presented his clothes to a family in the village. It is said that the clothes are still with the family members. The village of Dhilwan Kalan also has a sacred pond - Godavari Sar, where Guru Gobind Singh Ji took bath.

Kotkapura, named after its founder Nawab Kapura Singh, is well-known as the 'City of White Gold' owing to its large cotton market, which is considered to be one of the best in the world. The most crowded market here is the Shastri Market or Maheshwary Street, which was established by the Maheshwary family in 1875.

The city has an intriguing history, aptly represented by forts that are ideal for tourists who want a sneak peek into Kotkapura’s eventful past. Those who wish to know about the life of Guru Har Gobind Singh Ji and Nawad Kapura Singh must visit this city at least once.

It has several religious attractions like the Durga Mandir, Gurdwara Godavari Sar Patshahi, Shiv Gufa Mandir and Shri Radha Krishna Mandir. Besides these, it is also home to other popular tourist attractions like Kothe the Wale, Sandhwan, Dhilwan Kalan, Panjgraian Kalan, Ghanaian Wala, Hari Nau, Madhak, Khara and Matta.

Fairy Cottage is over a century old and is situated on Chahal Road, which is around 7 km from Faridkot. This cottage was constructed by Maharaja Brijinder Singh, between 1910 and 1911. The Check Tower at the entrance never fails to capture the attention of visitors.

It serves as a popular picnic spot and has a playground for children. This cottage is one of the popular tourist attractions that travellers must try to visit during their holidays in Faridkot.

Gurudwara Guru ki Dhab is an astounding monument, which is known otherwise as Gurdwara Patshahi Dasvin and Doda Taal. This gurudwara is located about 12 km from Kotkapura on the Kotkapura-Jaitu Road, in a small village known as Guru ki Dhab. As per a folklore, Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji visited this place while passing through the city.