Visiting a Gurdwara

• Gurdwaras, the Sikh places of worship, are open to all, irrespective of faith and religion.
• Visitors should cover their heads and remove shoes and socks and wash hands and feet prior to entry.
• No visitor should enter a Gurudwara drunk and carrying of alcohol or tobacco is prohibited.
• People bow to the Guru Granth Sahib as soon as they enter the Gurdwara and place an offering.

• People sit on the floor in a Gurdwara facing Guru Granth Sahib. There are no cushions or seats.
• Feet should not be pointed towards the Guru Granth Sahib.
• Men and women normally sit separately in the Gurdwara.
• Karah parshad is served which is made from ghee, sugar, and flour.
• Sikh services include the singing of (kirtan)and reading from the Guru Granth Sahib.
• Any one can worship or read Guru Granth Sahib in Gurudwara who is sufficiently knowledgeable and competent, male or female.
• Mostly all Gurdwaras serve langar, which is a free community kitchen. Only vegetarian food is provided.