AMRITSAR- THE GOLDEN CITY
The heart and soul of Punjab, the most culturally rich and diverse city of the state of Punjab. Amritsar is a must visit place if you want to experience the delight of Punjab, it has a lot to offer be it the divine Golden temple, the poignant Jallianwala Bagh and the vibrant bazaars. Once you visit this city it would give you the most memorable memories ever which you will reminisce throughout your life.
·THE GOLDEN TEMPLE- The golden temple is the most sacred and spiritual place to visit in Amritsar. It attracts tourists and pilgrims from around the globe. It has a bewitching infrastructure and a positive ambiance which will surely grant to tranquillity. Devotees come with a pure heart to seek blessings in this gurudwara. It also has the largest langar service in the world which offers delectable food for free.
·JALLIANWALA BAGH- A short walk from the Golden Temple brings you here at the Jallianwala Bagh which signifies the darkest incident in the history of India.The memorial stands as a somber reminder of the tragic massacre that took place on April 13, 1919, when British troops opened fire on unarmed Indian protesters. The place will fill you with the spirit of patriotism but also an air of grief is present there.
·THE WAGAH BORDER-One of the most blood rushing event to witness is the Wagah Border ceremony, held at the India-Pakistan border, about 30 kilometers from Amritsar. The daily flag-lowering ceremony is a display of patriotism and military precision. The energy and enthusiasm of the crowd, chanting patriotic slogans and waving flags, was electrifying. The synchronized drill by the border guards of both nations was a sight to behold, ending with the lowering of the flags in perfect harmony.
·CUISINE OF AMRITSAR-Amritsar is a food lover's haven, from the famous Amritsari kulcha, a stuffed bread served with chole (chickpea curry), to the mouthwatering tandoori chicken and lassi, each dish was a burst of flavor. You can also visit Kesar Da Dhaba, a legendary eatery known for its rich and hearty Punjabi fare. Every meal in Amritsar is a celebration of the region's rich culinary heritage.
·BEST TIME TO VISIT AMRITSAR:-
The ideal time to visit Amritsar is during the winter season that is between Octobers to March because it reaches really high temperature during the summer which makes it really difficult to travel.