Amritsar

Home to the legendary Sikh shrine Golden Temple, Amritsar is fondly called Ambarsar and will steal your heart with its colourful bazaars, lip-smacking street food, shopping hubs and historical monuments.

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Things To See & Do

Golden Temple, Amristar

Golden Temple, Amristar

Holiest Sikh Shrine
Also known as Sri Harmandir Sahib, Golden Temple is considered to be the most important pilgrimage site amongst Sikhs and will leave you in awe with its jaw-dropping gold and marble edifice.

Around 2 Hours

Suggested Time

Gobindgarh Fort

Gobindgarh Fort

A Magnificent Heritage Site
Popularly known as ‘Bhangian da Killa’, this sprawling mud fortress served as a military preserve earlier and was declared as a historical monument by the Government of Punjab in 1964.

1-2 Hour.

Suggested Time

Jallianwala Bagh

Jallianwala Bagh

Site of the Infamous Jallianwala Massacre
Built in the honour of those who were wounded and martyred in the Jallianwala Massacre, this public garden houses a memorial structure, a museum, and a gallery to commemorate the tragic incident.

Around 2 Hours

Suggested Time

Sri Durgiana Temple

Sri Durgiana Temple

A temple known for its blend of Hindu and Sikh architecture
Built in 20th century, this temple combines traditional Hindu architecture with elements of the Golden Temple. Pandit Madan Mohan Malviya laid its foundation stone.

1-2 Hours.

Suggested Time

Partition Museum

Partition Museum

World’s Only Partition Museum
Located in the historic Town Hall, the museum was opened in August 2017 to commemorate the seventieth anniversary of India's partition and houses artefacts and collections narrating the story of partition.

1-2 Hours

Suggested Time

Hall Bazaar

Hall Bazaar

Best Place for Shopping in Amritsar
One of the oldest market complexes in the city, Hall Bazaar is located on the way to Golden Temple and is dotted with narrow lanes that sell everything from handicrafts to jewellery and home décor items.

2-3 Hour

Suggested Time

Ram Tirth Temple

Ram Tirth Temple

Ancient Hindu Temple Dedicated to Sage Valmiki
Also known as the Bhagwan Valmiki Tirath Sthal, the temple is believed to be at the same spot that housed the hut where Goddess Sita gave birth to her sons, Luv and Kush.

1-2 Hour.

Suggested Time

Katra Jaimal Singh Bazaar

Katra Jaimal Singh Bazaar

A Vibrant Shopping Hub
Teeming with narrow streets, Katra Jaimal Singh Bazaar is just the place to be if you want to buy Punjabi suits, dupattas, shawls, sarees, shoes and antique jewellery.

2-3 Hours.

Suggested Time

Best Time To Visit Amritsar

Winter destination

  • OCT-MAR

    Peak Season

  • JUL-SEP

    Moderate Season

  • APR-JUN

    Off-season

  • What To Expect:Pleasant weather with sunny days and comparatively cold evenings.
  • Things You'll Love:Exploring sightseeing attractions and attending various festivals.

FESTIVALS AND EVENTS

1/2

DiwaliOctober/November

Amritsar Sufi FestivalFebruary

BaisakhiMarch/ April

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