Amritsar is known to be the heart of the state of Punjab. It is the site that is revered by Sikhs throughout the world because of its association with the Sikh Gurus, Guru Amardas, Guru Arjun Dev, Guru Ram Das, and Guru Hargobind. The presence of Amritsar as a holy city can be attributed to Guru Ram Das - the founder of Amritsar, and Guru Arjun Dev - creator of the Golden Temple, a monumental Sikh shrine and venerated treasure of Sikhism. The presence of the Golden Temple has made Amritsar a pilgrimage for people.