Amritsar is the holiest city for Sikhs not only in India but all over the world. The name of the city is derived from the holy pool that surrounds the famous Golden Temple of this city, which means “the holy pool of nectar”.
Reaching Amritsar is very convenient because it is one of the main cities in Punjab and is directly connected to the National Highway that connects it with other cities like Ambala, Chandigarh, Delhi and Patiala.
The airport in Amritsar is the Sri Guru Ram Das Jee International Airport that is 11km away from the main city and is frequented by domestic as well as international flights. One can also visit Amritsar via trains as the Amritsar Railway Station is connected to almost all major cities in the country including Kolkata, Mumbai, Chennai and Delhi.
A visit to the city of Amritsar is incomplete without a visit to the famous Golden Temple. This temple is also known as Harmandir Sahib. It was founded by the 4th Sikh Guru in 1604. Sikhs from all over the world visit the temple, as it is considered the ultimate pilgrimage destination for the community. Apart from this, the Jallianwala Bagh shrine is also a popular tourist attraction. One can also visit the Akal Takht.
The famous Wagah Border ceremony can also be witnessed when you are in Amritsar, as the border between India and Pakistan runs through the area. For animal lovers, the Harike Wetland Sanctuary is an exciting place to visit, while the Amritsar Heritage Walk will give you incredible insight into the colourful history of the city.
One of the most attractive features of the city is its food, with local stalls selling delicacies that are on par with any good restaurant in the country. The best time to visit Amritsar is between November and March when you can avoid the scorching summers and the wet monsoons.
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Amritsar Top Attractions
Places To Visit In Amritsar
Originally known as Akal Bunga, Akal Takht is one of the five takhts in Sikhism. Takhts are the sacred seat of Sikh Gurus and they work as a place where everyone can get justice. Akal Takht is located next to the Golden Temple and is one of the finest tourist attractions in Amritsar.Akal Takht is visited by many tourists as it also houses some of the oldest and holy books and scripts of Sikhism.Location: Golden Temple Rd, Atta Mandi, Katra Ahluwalia, Amritsar, Punjab 143006Entry Fee: There is no price or entry fee to visit the Akal Takht.Timings: Monday to Sunday 5 AM to 10 PMBest time to visit: The Winter Season (October to January) is the best time to visit Akal Takht as the temperature is suitable and pleasant. During the nighttime, the area around Akal Takht is decorated with lights and garlands.
Wagah Border or Wagah-Attari border is the last Indian area before the Pakistan mainland. It hosts a ceremony where the soldiers of India’s Border Security Force and Pakistan’s Pakistan Rangers march and parade making it among the top tourist attractions in Amritsar. The area is filled with people on both sides celebrating the patriotic vibe.Location: Attari-Wagah, Wagah Border, Amritsar, Punjab.Entry Fee: There are no entry charges to this place.Timings: The border gate remains open from 10 AM to 4 PM and the 45-minutes ceremony starts in the afternoon and lasts till sunset.Best time to visit: Winter Season is the best time to visit Wagah Border as the climate is best to enjoy a splendid show at Wagah Border.
A historic garden and a memorial, Jallianwala Bagh is one of the highly visited tourist places in Amritsar. It was built in the memory of those people who died on 13th April 1919 in the bagh.The 7-acre garden complex is located near the Golden Temple and is visited by many tourists from all corners of the globe. Among the various structures, well is very popular and important. It is said that during the shooting, many people jumped inside the well to save their lives.Location: Jallianwala Bagh, Golden Temple Rd, Atta Mandi, Katra Ahluwalia, Amritsar, Punjab 143006Entry Fee: There is no entry fee to the Jallianwala Bagh.Timings: Monday to Sunday 6.30 AM to 7.30 PMBest time to visit: To enjoy your visit to Jallianwala Bagh, it is advisable to visit the place in Winter Season as the climate is cold and pleasant and you can wander around the locality at ease.
Located in the heart of Amritsar, Gobindgarh Fort is one of the most historic tourist attractions in Amritsar. The fort was under the control of the Indian Army and was only for their usage until 2017 when it was open to public viewing.Gobindgarh Fort is being developed as a live museum and art gallery. The place will be home to some of the oldest documents and art of Sikhism. Also, Gobindgarh Fort houses the famous Zamzama Cannons.Location: Old Cantt Road, inside Lohgarh Chowk, Vijay Chowk, Amritsar, Punjab 143001Entry Fee: For Indians: Rs 180 to Rs 649 For Foreigners Rs 375 to Rs 1000Timings: Monday to Sunday 10 AM to 10 PMBest time to visit: Best time to visit Gobindgarh Fort is in the winter season as the cold climate will make your visit more memorable.
Dedicated to Goddess Durga, the Durgiana Temple or as it is popularly known as the Lakshmi Narayan temple is among the most popular places to visit in Amritsar. The temple got its name from the idol of Goddess Durga. Alongside the idol of Goddess Durga, one can also find the idols of Goddess Lakshmi (Goddess of Wealth) and Lord Vishnu (Protector of the world).The temple is visited by many tourists during the festivals of Dussehra, Janmashtami and Diwali. The courtyard around the temple is famous for being one of the places where Hanuman landed (while on his journey to the Himalayas) and took some rest.Entry Fee: There is no price to visit the temple.Timings: Monday to Sunday from 5 AM to 9 PM.Best time to visit: The best time to visit Durgiana Temple is during the festivals of Dussehra, Janmashtami, Rama Navanami and Diwali as there are various events and celebrations taking place.
The Attari Border Crossing is between the Indian city of Amritsar and the Pakistani city of Lahore visited by millions making it one of the top places to visit in Amritsar. You can travel by bus to reach the Pakistani side. The very main purpose of this initiative is to promote unity and friendship between the two nations.To travel to the Attari Border Crossing, one has to carry their passport and other valid documents.Location: Wagah, Hardo Rattan, Punjab 143108Entry Fee: There is no entry fee to the Attari Border Crossing. You would have to pay other fees like travelling and conveyance fees.Timings: Monday to Sunday from 9 AM to 4 PMBest time to visit: Best time to visit Attari Border Crossing is any time of the year.
The Partition Museum is located in the city of Amritsar and is one of the most popular places to visit in Amritsar. The museum aims at keeping the various important documents, story materials and other things related to the partition of India and Pakistan.The primary reason to establish this museum was to remember those who were affected by the India-Pakistan partition. The Arts and Cultural Heritage Trust of the United Kingdom helped the Punjab Government to establish the museum.Location: Hall Rd, Town Hall, Katra Ahluwalia, Amritsar, Punjab 143006Entry Fee: For Indians Rs 10 For Foreigners Rs 250Timings: Tuesday to Sunday from 10 AM to 6 PM (Closed on Monday)Best time to visit: The best time to visit the Partition Museum is the winter season (October to January) as the climate is cold and pleasant and you can enjoy your visit to the museum.
Tarn Taran is a small district in the state of Punjab and is one of the most popular tourist places in Amritsar. The place is very popular for its gurudwara, Gurudwara Sri Tarn Taran Sahib.The complex of the Gurudwara Sri Tarn Taran Sahib has the biggest Sarovar (pond) among all the other gurudwaras in Amritsar. People from all corners of India visit this place.Location: Gurdwara Sri Tarn Taran Sahib, Tarn Taran, Amritsar, Punjab.Entry Fee: There is no price to enter the Gurudwara Sri Tarn Taran Sahib.Timings: Monday to Sunday from 5 AM to 9 PM.Best time to visit: The best time to visit Gurudwara Sri Tarn Taran Sahib is during the day of Amavas which falls in March. During this day, the gurdwara is decorated with garlands and lights of various colours.
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