Echoes of Devotion: Safeguarding Gurdwara Janam Asthan Sri Guru Ram Das Ji

Gurdwara Janam Asthan Sri Guru Ram Das Ji, a living heritage site in Lahore's Walled City, stands as a symbol of Sikhism's devotional essence and the region's multicultural architectural legacy. Despite recent conservation efforts, its authenticity and integrity remain compromised due to environmental degradation, urban encroachment, and material deterioration. Ethnographic research reveals the site's deep socio-cultural significance, while pictorial surveys and archival studies document its current state and historical context. Proximity to the Lahore Fort (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) underscores the need for sustainable development in the historic core, emphasizing community participation to preserve shared cultural heritage as a lasting symbol of peace, resilience, and collective identity.

Jabeen, A., & Munir, M. (2025). Echoes of Devotion: Safeguarding Gurdwara Janam Asthan Sri Guru Ram Das Ji. Journal of Architecture and Built Environment Research (JABER), 2(1). https://doi.org/10.51846/jaber.v2i1.4698