Top 10 Places To Visit In Punjab
In this blog we are going to share with you the top 10 places to visit in Punjab. It is a state of north-western India with rich heritage, traditions and culture. Rich in culture, beauty and cuisines, Punjab is a place of a lively and colorful life, beautiful sceneries, and warm-hearted people that always welcome visitors.
Top 10 places to visit in Punjab
1. Golden Temple (Harmandir Sahib), Amritsar
The Golden Temple is said to be the holiest place of worship among Sikhs, which is also called as Harmandir Sahib. It is famous for its beautiful golden exterior and the Serovar (holy water pond) that is circular around the temple.
Akal Takht is another feature of the Golden Temple along with the central Sikh Museum and the Langar or the Guru ka Langar, the latter is a free kitchen that signifies the Sikh tenets of the service to the society without any discrimination. It is also wonderful to visit the temple during the night when it has been well illuminated inside and out.
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2. Jallianwala Bagh, Amritsar
Jallianwala Bagh is a very important historical place of India which depicts the killing of innocent Indian protesters by the British forces on 13th April, 1919. It also encompasses a memorial site and a museum that shows the happenings of that fateful day.
There is an opportunity to observe the bullet traces on the walls and the well of Martyrs, where people threw themselves burning with a view to avoid being shot. The site is an ugly reminder that India had to fight a protracted liberation struggle.
3. Wagah Border, Amritsar
Wagah Border is the only road border in between India and Pakistan situated at Amritsar in Indian Punjab. The changing of the guard, or the Beating Retreat Ceremony as it is officially called, is perhaps the most popular event which takes place daily. Many visitors come from Delhi, Mumbai, Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh and other places to visit here.
It is a tradition of military parade and ceremonial exercise performed by the troops of two friendly countries with emphasis on stunts, energetic marching, and ceremonial lowering of the national flags. This ceremony is popular and attracts many people and can be considered as one of the manifestations of the competition and affinity between the given countries.
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4. Chandigarh
Located at the border of Punjab and Haryana, it is a well planned city of the post independence era and has been designed by the famous architect Le Corbusier. Some of the popular sites in Bhopal are the Capitol Complex where the High Court, Secretariat and the Legislative Assembly are situated to symbolize Corbusier’s style of architecture.
The very interesting Rock Garden (Best places to visit in Punjab) has been designed by the artist named Nek Chand and is an open air kind of art gallery that has been built out of recycled stuff. Sukhna Lake, and Rose Garden are some of the other attractions for leisure activities and taking a break.
5. Anandpur Sahib
Anandpur Sahib is the sacred place of Sikhism and is one of the most significant religious destinations of the Sikhs. This is the birthplace of Khalsa the Sikh martial force created by Guru Gobind Singh in 1699. Some of the prominent gurudwaras located in the town include Takht Sri Kesgarh Sahib and the gurdwara at Bhai Piara.
Hola Mohalla is a similar annual affair featuring horse riding fake fights, poetic sessions, and musical performances that attracts thousands of tourists and presents the Sikhs’ military and artistic traditions.
Suggested Tour: Damdama Sahib with Golden Temple
6. Patiala
Patiala is a city that has its roots originally traced to the royals and is culturally very vibrant as well. It has one of the oldest forts known as the Qila Mubarak; there is also Sheesh Mahal, a palace with stunning mirror work and paintings.
It is also popular for its Patiala peg, a measure of liquor and shopping destination, vibrant markets where one can buy the traditional Punjabi dress, the Patiala salwar. The Baradari Gardens are thoroughly modern with beautiful greenery and colonial styled structures ideal for strolling around in.
7. Ludhiana
Ludhiana is the largest city in the state and is also known by the name, Manchester of India because of its flourishing industry that particularly specializes in textile. The Punjab Agricultural University Museum is quite popular with the public and there are numerous collections that depict the rural life and farm activities in the area.
Rakh Bagh Park is a recreational park that children like to visit and has trains for toys and beautiful trees for shades. Ludhiana also has a great thing to do when it comes to food, as it can taste different Punjabi dishes.
8. Kapurthala
Kapurthala is one of the cities in the Punjab state of India which gained its importance from its architecture and its history. Jagatjit Palace which is a replica of the palace of Versailles is a splendid example of Indo Saracenic architecture and is a symbol of royal pomp.
The Moorish Mosque – with its design borrowed from the Grand Mosque in Marrakesh – is also impressive. There is also the Elysee Palace which affirms the beauty of Kapurthala and the Shalimar Gardens that will interest history and architectural people.
9. Bathinda
Bathinda is one of the oldest cities in the country of India and it boasts numerous monuments and historical landmarks. The Qila Mubarak is one of the oldest forts in India and possibly the first visible in the area during the Kushan period.
The Rose Garden: the largest tourist attraction of Kufri, is an ideal picnic spot that spreads over 40 acres of land. Still in use as a hotel, Bahia Fort depicts the royal fort of the region. The city is also famous for its thermal plant, Guru Nanak Dev Thermal Plant, and Lakhi Jungle connected with Guru Nanak Dev Ji.
10. Ropar (Rupnagar)
Ropar, or Rupnagar as it is also recognized, is an antiquated city that boasts impressive archaeological ruins from the time of the Indus Valley civilization. Ropar Archaeological Museum also contains relics and remains that date back to the early periods of history such as the Harappan civilization.
The Ropar Wetland, which is also a Ramsar site, acts as a birds paradise where bird watchers and other nature lovers can eye splendid views and different species of migratory birds. The beauty of the ancient town is that it has many historical and natural sites that attract tourists.
Conclusion
Punjab has a very colourful culture, having a lot of historical importance and natural beauty; thus, there are many places of interest. Starting from the religious feel of the Golden Temple in Amritsar to the city planned in modern style in Chandigarh and from the historical palaces of Patiala to Ropar Wetland, this place has got everything.
As a historical, natural or cultural tourist, traveling to Punjab offers yet another rewarding voyage full of interesting and exciting places and we discover the top 10 places to visit in Punjab.
