Sikhs across the world celebrate the foundation day of Sri Akal Takht Sahib on July 2 every year. The Akal Takht is one of five takhts (seats of power) of the Sikhs. It is located in the Golden Temple complex in Amritsar district of Punjab. Sixth Guru of Sikhs Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib laid the foundation of Akal Takht Sahib on June 15, 1606.