AMRITSAR

Amritsar, literally meaning ‘pool of nectar’ is a beautiful city in the heart of the north Indian state of Punjab is home to the Harmandir Sahib, also known as the Golden Temple, the spiritual and cultural center of the Sikh religion. Amritsar is 32 kilometres east of Lahore, Pakistan and therefore, very close to India's western border with Pakistan. Best time to visit Amritsar is in the winter, between October and March.

How to reach Amritsar ?

 By Train

Amritsar is an important railway station and is well connected to major cities in India through daily trains

By Air

Raja Sansi International Airport  is about 11 km and a 15-20 minutes drive from the city center. From New Delhi its an hours flight.

By Road

Amritsar is well-connected by road to most major cities and the northern areas within a days drive. Pathankot is about 2.5 hours away. There are Volvo buses from Chandigarh , Delhi and Katra to Amritsar every day.

MUST SEE IN AMRITSAR

Golden Temple

Sri Harmandir Sahib, also known as Sri Darbar Sahib or Golden Temple, is named after Hari(God) the temple of God. The Sikhs all over the world come here to pay obeisance at Sri Harmandir Sahib in their Ardas. Sri Harmandir Sahib, is built on a 67ft. square platform in the centre of the Sarovar(tank). The temple itself is 40.5ft. square. It has a door each on the East, West, North and South. The Darshani Deori (an arch) stands at the shore end of the causeway. Surrounded by the pool which gave the town its name " Amritsar". The Holy Scripture is brought in a vivid procession from the Akal Takhat (The highest temporal seat of the sikhs) in the morning to the Temple, to be returned at night.

Jalianwala Bagh
The story of this appalling massacre is told in the Martyr's Gallery at the site. The memorial is built in the shape of eternal flame of liberty situated on the outskirts of Golden Temple. Here about 1500 and 2000 persons who were attending a peaceful meeting during the freedom movement fell under the bullets of the British General Dyer on 13 April 1919. . A section of wall with bullet marks still visible is preserved along with the memorial well, in which some people jumped to escape.

Baba Atal Rai Tower
Located few kms from the city, Baba Atal Rai Tower commomerates the spot where Guru Har Gobind is believed to have died. This nine storied building, named after the son of Guru Har Gobind, is a landmark of the place. To the top offers a panoramic view of the entire area. The first floor of the tower showcases some of the miniatures related to the life and teaching of Guru Nanak Dev.
 

Wagah Border
Wagah, on the Indo-Pakistan border, is 28 kms from Amritsar. Numerous visitors come to see the ceremonious change of guards and the flag hoisting and lowering activities done skillfully and with precision by the border security forces of both the countries.

Durgiana Mandir
Amritsar also has a enchanting temple dedicated to the goddess Durga. Easily reachable from the Golden Temple, the Durgiana Mandir was supposedly built in the 16th century. Being located in the middle of a lake gives the temple a wonderful overall view.

Tarn Taran
Situated at 25 km from Amritsar, Tarn Taran houses a sacred tank which is believed to have healing powers. It has a Gurudwara as well which was built by Guru Arjan Dev in AD 1768.

Rajasthan Holiday Packages

Royal Rajasthan (14 days)	Forts and Palaces tour (21 days)
Rajasthan with Golden triangle (16 days)	Rajasthan Cultural Tours (16 days)
Pushkar Fair Tours (19 days)	Rural Rajasthan Tour (12 days)