Guidelet: heart of punjab
A travel guide to Amritsar, Punjab, India | Target Market: tourist | A travel guide by: creative
Amritsar is one of the most holy cities of India
Summary of points of interest in this travel guide to Amritsar, Punjab, India
The Golden Temple (ਹਰਿਮੰਦਰ ਸਾਹਿਬ)
Why visit:
It is one of the most sacred pilgrimage spots for Sikhs. The temple derives its name from its fully golden dome. The temple is built over marble and is two storied high structure. Guru Ram Das, the fourth Guru of Sikhs had initially built a pool here which currently houses the Temple. It is the epicenter of Sikhisma day,lunch,night option
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Wagah Border, Indo - Pak Border
Why visit:
Wagah is the only road border crossing between Pakistan and India between Aritsar and Lahore cities.Wagah also termed as "Wagha" in Pakistan.The international border between India and Pakistan is located at a distance of 28 km from Amritsara day,lunch,night option
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Jallianwala Bagh
Why visit:
in 1919, the British under the command of General Dyer fired randomly on a peaceful gathering of people in demand of freedom, resulting in hundreds of men, women and children killed on the spot. The bullet marks on the boundary walls bring alive the agonizing tale of cruelty of the British rule. This event was one of the major incidents of India's freedom strugglea day option
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Akal Takhat Sahib/ Akal Takht
Why visit:
Just near the Golden Temple of Amritsar and opposite to the marbled Darshni Deorhi, the Akal Takht stands pretty. Considered the highest seat of the Sikh authority, the Akal Takht was built by Guru Hargovind in the year 1609. Shri Hargovind was the sixth guru of the Sikhs who made immense contribution to popularize the religion.a day,lunch,night option
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Durgiana Temple
Why visit:
The temple is dedicated to Goddess Durga and its structural design resembles the golden temple. The temple dates back to 16th century. Detailed carved paintings of the Goddess in her different incarnations are displayed in this shrine. Various other deities are also found in the interiors of the templea option
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Ram Bag
Why visit:
Ram Bagh is a beautiful garden and is a tribute to Guru Ram Das, the founder of the city. Famed as the summer palace of the Maharaja Ranjit Singh, it has now been converted into a museum which exhibits weapons from Mughal times to portraits of ruling houses of Punjab and the replica of "Kohinoor" diamond.a day option
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Temple Mata Lal Devi
Why visit:
This labyrinthine type of Hindu cave temple is dedicated to the female saint, Lal Devi. Women who wish to become pregnant visit this temple to pray. The twisty route to the shrine passes through low tunnels, ankle-deep waterways, walkways, staircases and caves.a day option
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Tarn Taran
Why visit:
Located in the state of Punjab, Tarn Taran Saheb is a city that was founded by Shri Guru Anjan Dev, the fifth Sikh Guru. He had also laid the foundation of Tarn Taran Sahib Temple. Tarn Taran was later declared as a district and it has the largest percentage of Sikh population in Punjab. It has many gurudwaras, most popular being the Gurudwara Darbar Sahib. With its gold-plated structure and a sarovar (pond), this three-storeyed edifice is undoubtedly the main attraction of the city. Tarn Taran is well connected to other cities by roads and rail lines. More...a day option
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Dukh Bhanjani Sahib
Why visit:
located inside the complex of golden of golden and is known for its powers which cure your diseasesa day option
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Gurudwara Toba Bhai Salo Ji
Why visit:
It is popularly believed that if a holy dip is taken on 'five' Sundays consecutively in the holy pond at Gurdwara Bhai Salo, the wishes of the person are fulfilled. Sunday is also fixed for 'Langar'.a option
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Langar (Free Kitchen) at Golden Temple
Why visit:
Guru Ka Langar The tradition of serving langar Initiated by Guru Nanak Dev Ji and then established by the 3rd Guru Sri Guru Amar Dass Ji at Goindwal. Even the Mughal King Akbar came and sat among the ordinary people to share langar.a day,lunch option
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Central Sikh Museum
Why visit:
Established in 1958 at Amritsar, Central Sikh Museum exhibits paintings of Sikh gurus, saints, Sikh warriors and other prominent Sikh leaders who have contributed to the enhancement of Sikh religion. It has a rich collection of coins, old arms and ancient manuscripts. It also houses an excellent library. Guide services are available on request. The museum is open on all days. Entry is free. Photography is allowed only upon prior permission.a day option
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Maharaja Ranjit Singh Panaroma
Why visit:
Within the grounds of the Ram Bagh park, this extraordinary panorama is dedicated to Maharaja Ranjit Singh, the 'Lion of Punjab' (1780–1839)a day option
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Khalsa College
Why visit:
Khalsa College, the premier-most institute of higher learning, was established by the leaders of the Singh Sabha Movement in 1892. They were inspired by the lofty ideals of the great Gurus. They planned it to be a growing institution which would strive forever to achieve high degree of excellence of mind and body for the welfare of the youth. The architectural grandeur of its buildings and layout of its campus clearly demonstrate the “will” of the founders.a day option
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Company Garden
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it is a very beautiful place abd i also known as Maharaja Ranjit Singh Gardena day option
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Rani Ka Bagh
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rani ka bagh is basically a market with many beautiful things to buya option
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harike bird sanctuary
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it is a bird sanctuary with some heart touching lovely scenesa day option
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