Pir Baba Haji Rattan Mosque

The multi-cultural facets of Punjab are perfectly reflected in the tourist attraction in Bathinda called Pir Baba Haji Rattan Mosque. People from all religions, especially the Sikhs visit this mausoleum to get blessings from the holy Pir Baba. Baba Haji Rattan was sent to the holy city of Mecca as an Ambassador of India with the permission of Raja Bhoj. While he was returning back from his holy visit, Baba Haji Rattan decided to meditate in Bathinda and this is where this holy mosque is situated. A Gurudwara is also constructed beside the mosque sharing the same wall which shows the religious harmony here.

Legends have it that Baba Haji Rattan was a Hindu poet named Rattan Chand who was sent to Mecca for Haj and later abandoned by the society. The 1st Sikh Guru, Guru Nanak Devji took him in his patronage and blessed him with moksha.

It Is Known For:-
1)    The mosque is famous for the religious harmony that it depicts.

2)    The mazaar of Pir Baba Haji Rattan near the mosque is a place where people go to get all their problems solved in Bathinda.

3)    The Gurudwara that shares a same wall with the mosque.

Best Time To Visit:-
The Mosque welcomes devotees all year round. But for people who want to do more than just get blessed by Pir Baba, the best time to visit this mosque is during December when the annual Baba Hazi Rattan Yadgari Sabhyacharak Mela is conducted in the nearby Gurudwara.

Reaching There:-
This mosque is located between the Grain Market and the Civil Hospital just a kilometer away from Bathinda bus stand. Reaching this mosque is quite easy and can be reached by own vehicle or by taking the taxis or autos in the city.

Nearest Railway Station:- Bathinda Junction Railway Station
Nearest Airport:- Bathinda Airport