Amritsar city is situated in North West India. It is amazing
city of the country and it is an important place of Sikhism culture. It is one
of the most favorite destinations for tourists because this city has more top
attractions such as Golden Temple, Jallianwala Bagh, Wagah Border, Akal Takht, Amritsar
heritage Walk, Mandir Mata Lal Devi, Kaiser Bagh Park and Durgiana Temple etc.
Golden Temple: The
chief Amritsar attraction is known as royal Golden Temple. It was built in 1604
and is Sikhism’ holiest temple. After Agra’s gripping Taj Mahal, the Golden
Temple is second most tourists place in India. This temple is known as Harmandir
Saheb. Millions tourists come in Amritsar
city from all across the world for it. Visit the Golden Temple during festivals
such as Lohri, Diwali and Guru nanak’s birthday because at this time temple and
markets is fulfilled with decorations.
Jallianwala Bagh:
It is famous place in the India country where British military was started
firing on a weaponless gathering people, which continued 10 minutes and during it
1600 people were killed in 1919. Today visitors come for seeing bullet holes on
walls. Jallianwala Bagh, site of a grand slaughter, has been conserved with a memorial
commemorating the awful incident.
Wagah Border: Situated
in the country’s western part, this is a certified border line between Pakistan
and India. Everyday flag hoisting is done at sunrise along with varied national
programs. Close by Wagah border’s daily flag service offers visitors and soothing
locals an amazing display of nationalist ceremony.
Mandir Mata Lal Devi:
This temple is located nearby Railway Station of Amritsar and far only 2-3
kilometer from city. This temple really satisfies the thirst of pilgrim
visitors as it gives you chance to see all famous pilgrimage at one place. You
can enjoy the caves full of water, walkways and cave temple.
Ram Bagh Museum: It
was built by Maharaja Ranjit Singh and it is one of the best museum that gives
the brief Punjab’s history during his time.
Best time to visit:
All above attractions open every time so you can visit to Amritsar at any time
throughout year. But October through March is best months for visiting this
city because at this time weather is best.
Distance from airport: Sri Guru Ram Das Jee International
Airport is far 11 km from northwest of Amritsar.