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Happiness and positive aura all around the place, that's Amritsar for you. Punjabi people are known for their warmth and happy…
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About Amritsar
Happiness and positive aura all around the place, that’s Amritsar for you. Punjabi people are known for their warmth and happy spirit; you will feel all these emotions when you visit Amritsar. It’s the holiest city for Sikh pilgrims and travelers of all the faiths.
The great splendor of Amritsar with vibrant sightseeing attractions will leave you spellbound. It is home to upmarket restaurants, spacey neighborhoods, great attractions and shining bling of modern prosperity.
One major attraction of Amritsar is the Golden temple that is the most popular one in India. You can plan your trip to Amritsar to experience the vibrant joy and rich culture of Punjabis.
There are so many enthralling things you can do in Amritsar that will surely leave an impact on you. A trip with your family to Amritsar will give you so many reasons to smile and also make lasting memories.
Places to visit in Amritsar
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Golden temple
The most famous tourist attraction of Amritsar is the Golden temple. It’s the most sacred pilgrimage and it’s also known as Harmandir Sahib. Golden temple is also called as ‘Swarn Mandir’ and its build in the center of Amrit Sarovar. Almost 35,000 people are fed on a daily basis in ‘Guru ka Langar’, a tradition which was started by the temple. When you visit Amritsar, do visit this place to feel serenity and divinity.
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Wagah border
You simply can’t miss the charm of Wagah border. It’s the only road border that connects India and Pakistan. You’ve got to see the ‘Wagah border beating retreat ceremony’ that was started in 1959. Almost 5000 people visit the place on a daily basis to be a part of this ceremony. It gives you a sense of pride and patriotism.
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Jallianwala Bagh
It’s a historical place that will give you a glimpse of all the sacrifices made by freedom fighters and unsung heroes. The place has special historical significance and you must visit the place to feel it. Also, it stages a light and sound show for tourists so you will feel really good. It’s a soul-stirring experience that you should have when in Amritsar.
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Gobindgarh Fort
If you are an avid lover of historical monuments, then you must visit this fort. It depicts the true essence of Punjab and it signifies as one of the most historical monuments of the state. Spread across 43 acres of land, it was built by Gujar Singh. The place also has other attractions like the museum and exhibition shops you can visit.
Things that can attract you
There is so much see in Amritsar that one trip won’t be enough. You can visit Harike Wetland, which is the largest wetland in India. You can spot various fishes, turtles, and birds in this area.
It's like a refreshing place to give you some peace of mind. If you love culture and art, then you can visit the Maharaj Ranjit Singh museum. You can feel the war like situation with unique light and sound show near the museum.
Another peaceful sojourn of Amritsar is the ISKCON temple. It’s the biggest and the most popular one in the state. It’s located in Moni chowk near Katra region of Amritsar. You can also visit another famous temple Mata Lal Devi Mandir in Amritsar. You can truly experience divine intervention of this place with your family.
How to reach Amritsar
- By Air
- By Rail
- By Road
You can reach Amritsar by road, train and air travel. By road, you can travel from Delhi or Shimla. There are many connecting roads through this route. Also, you can hire a cab from Delhi to reach Amritsar. Amritsar has a direct rail route and it’s well connected to almost all the metro and major cities of India.
You can take a direct train to Amritsar to reach the location. If you are an air travel person, then you can take a flight to Guru Ram Das Jee international airport. It’s just 10 km away from the main Amritsar city. There are regular flights available for Amritsar so you won’t have any issue.
Make a holiday plan with your family to enjoy the vibrant culture and amazing sightseeing of the place. You will lose your heart to Amritsar for sure.
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