Location: Amritsar
Top Things to do in Amritsar
Top 10 Things to do in Amritsar, Punjab
Amritsar is a major commercial and cultural centre in the heart of Punjab. The city is the spiritual and cultural center of the Sikh religion and is home to the Harmandir Sahib, also known as the Golden Temple. Respectfully marvel at the Indian and Pakistani soldiers who march-off nightly at the Wagha Border, and at the Jallian Wala Bagh the site of the 1919 Amritsar Massacre in 1919.
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1. Golden Temple
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5.0 based on 9,093 reviews
The Golden Temple, Sri Harimandir Sahib is not only a central religious place of the Sikhs, but also a symbol of human brotherhood and equality
Reviewed By VikasG68 - Noida, India
This is one of the most divine places in India... Sri Harmandir sahib offers some great views and divine blessing amongst the devoties.... Highly recommended for a visit
2. Jallianwala Bagh
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4.5 based on 3,294 reviews
This is the site of the April 13, 1919 massacre of hundreds of innocents by British troops.
Reviewed By 159manik - Hyderabad, India
Still one can feel the pain The Amar jyothi will be enlighten always U can see the bullet marks now on walls Inside gallery is amazing Museum is good Also like a park Nice and big space for history
3. Akal Takht
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4.5 based on 619 reviews
Reviewed By 762arunkumarg
Situated opposite to the Darshani Deodi( Entrance) of Holy Harmandir Sahib in Amritsar,the temporal seat or" The throne of the timeless" is a pilgrimage none can miss. It was built by Guru Hargobind sahib ,the sixth Sikh Guru. It is the seat of the Head Jathedar( Temporal Head) of Sikhs. It was destroyed and rebuilt many times ,the last time being after Operation Blue star ordered by the then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. Akhal Takhat houses the holy weapons of the tenth Guru Gobind Singh. Every night the holy Guru Granth Sahib is taken in a palanquin ceremoniously from Harmandir Sahib to rest in the Akal Takht and again taken back to Harmandir Sahib in the early morning. The Shabad kirtan at the gurudwara and a look at scriptures gladdens one's heart.
4. Maharaja Ranjit Singh Statue
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4.5 based on 204 reviews
Reviewed By sureshb414 - Villupuram, India
We visited Amritsar in December 2019 and nearest to Golden Temple is the Dharam Singh Market where you can view some grand architecture and statues - One of which was the redounbtable - pride of Punjab - Maharaja Ranjit Singh Statue. Just looking at the magnificent statue I am sure every Indian gets the pride and feeling of the braveness - not to be missed out
5. Gurudwara Bir Baba Budha Sahib
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4.5 based on 74 reviews
Reviewed By ManojSood - Mumbai, India
Baba Buddha Ji had met Guru Nanak when the former was a young boy and asked him profound questions on spiritual matters - life & death. Guru Nanak was so pleased with the maturity of the young boy that he called him "Buddha" or "Old Man / Wise Man" and also gave him the boon of a long life. Baba Buddha Ji lived for 125 years and had the fortune of serving each of the first six Sikh Gurus. He was also appointed as the first Head Priest or Granthi of Golden Temple. It is said that the sixth Guru was born by the blessings of Baba Buddha Ji. Many couples desirous of having children visit this Gurdwara to seek blessings. It is said that those who come here with deep shraddha/faith are indeed blessed. On fulfilment of their wishes, the devout return here to offer Missi Rotis which are consecrated and distributed to all visitors to the Gurudwara. It took us almost an hour's drive to reach here from Amritsar. We wanted to go there early in the morning but were rightly advised for safety's sake to start from Amritsar only after 9 am or so as the road winds its way through the countryside , is not in very good shape & it remains enveloped with fog during winter mornings. The Gurdwara is a serene place. There is a sarovar/pool nearby whose waters are considered to be holy. One can contribute as per one's wish, at a counter at the entrance and a receipt is issued against which Karah Prasad is provided. This Prasad is to be given to a priest, just before entering the gurdwara, who retains part of it as an Offering and gives the rest of it back as the Consecrated Karah Prasad. We enquired about the tradition of offering of Missi Rotis. We were directed to a counter where we were asked to wait for 10-15 minutes. After some time, some people arrived carrying large plastic trays filled with piping hot Missi Rotis. These were the Offerings from some devotees whose wishes had been fulfilled. These offerings were respectfully placed at the counter and were consecrated by uttering a prayer. In the end everyone joined in uttering Waheguru's name. Thereafter, each one of us were given the special prasad of Gurdwara Bir Buddha Sahib - "two Missi Rotis along-with one raw onion". We felt blessed to have witnessed this special ceremony & partaken of the offerings made by a devotee whose wishes had been fulfilled. The gurdwara also has a Langar Hall where one can take Langar prasad sitting down in pangat (line) with others irrespective of caste/creed/stature. You must plan for at least 3 hours in case you are visiting this gurdwara from Amritsar by car.
6. Gobindgarh Fort
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4.5 based on 500 reviews
Gobindgarh Fort is located inside the Lohgarh Darwaza on the Old Cant. road. Built in the 19th century, it was under the reign of Bhangi-misl, Maharaja Ranjit Singh, British and the Indian army. It is now open to public.
Reviewed By DipankarD550 - Navi Mumbai, India
Gobindgarh Fort earlier known as Bhangian Da Kila (Bhangis was one of the 12 Sikh Misles) is located in the South-West of Amritsar was built in 1760. Associated with the Sikh warrior king Maharaja Ranjit Singh, Gobindgarh Fort was built by the army of Gujjar Singh Bhangi of Misl. Later in 1805-09, it was rebuilt by Lion of the Punjab, Maharaja Ranjit Singh ji with the help of Jodh Singh and he strengthened the fortification of the fort in order to keep his treasures and treaties in safety. It is believed that the fort has a hidden underground tunnel that opens towards Lahore. The fort was constructed with brick and lime with numerous army bastions and iron gates with 25 cannons on the ramparts. The fort was constructed on a square pattern with a parameter of 1500 sq. mt. with two strong gates, four large bastions and well-defined rampart. The majestic entrance has been named Nalwa Gate, after the great Sikh warrior. Fort has a magnificent design and architecture. Another big attraction of the Fort is the magnificent 7D show. Gobindgarh Fort is a perfect historical site to experience the brave history of Maharaja Ranjit Singh closely. Sher-E-Punjab is the most enthralling 7D show in Amritsar that introduces you to the history of Maharaja Ranjit Singh in an intriguing way.
7. The Partition Museum
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4.5 based on 428 reviews
The world's first Partition Museum is now open at the historic Town Hall building in Amritsar. The Partition of India was one of the most defining events in the nation's history. It was perhaps the largest migration in human history, with some 18 million affected. The Museum is part of the newly inaugurated Heritage Street at Amritsar, which starts at the Golden Temple and ends at the Town Hall.
Reviewed By ShaikhMehfooz - Thane, India
Everyone who is visiting Amritsar, I recommend this place to you. This place gives us insights that are unknown to many minds. When I saw the pictures depicting dead people lying in the streets of Bengal, I couldn't take it. It shows that in the greed of power, sufferers are common people like us. I got to read many Diaries of wartime generals, original archives of pre-independence era and the letters from both sides of India & Pakistan between friends. It could melt any heart, just by reading those letters which were written in the cold lifeless words.
8. War Memorial & Museum
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4.5 based on 68 reviews
War Memorial & Museum, Amritsar charting battle history from antiquity to 1999 in 8 Galleries & a 137-ft.-tall sword memorial.
Reviewed By Travel_inspired_view - Mumbai, India
Punjab is the sword arm of the country and has been on the invasion route to the heartland of India since, the beginning of the recorded history. Punjab State War Heroes Memorial & Museum, The memorial museum is directed to showcase the fabulous gallantry deeds of the brave-hearts of Punjab. It is planned to immortalize the deeds of brave soldiers and to inspire and infuse the spirit of patriotism in the youth. This place not only gives information but plays homage to the brave-hearts of the state. This memorial has silicone statues of the brave-hearts, notes on their bravery & achievements and a virtual depiction of the actual battle scenes. The beautiful structure has 45 m high stainless steel sword, representing the strength and courage of the people of Punjab while defending the nation in the hour of need. Names of martyrs are inscribed on the memorial. Apart from the memorial, the campus exhibits pictures of the brave soldiers, their brief bio-data, a MiG-23 and a model of the decommissioned aircraft carrier ship, INS Vikrant, three tanks have also been displayed - a 'Sherman' Pakistani tank which was captured in 1965 by India's 7th Light Cavalry, a Pakistani 'Patton' tank that the Indian Army secured in 1971 and India's Centurion Tank that figured prominently in the 1965 and 1971 Wars. A mural also has been built to commemorate the Battle of Saragarhi and the names of the 21 Sikh martyrs of the battle have been engraved on it. The campus also has a 7D auditorium, facilitating an almost realistic experience of different war zones. One cannot leave this place without feeling thankful for the sacrifices. What brave souls, what sacrifices, what achievements and what passion for the Nation!!!! Amazing!!! A must visit. I hope every state in India comes up with such a memorial to pay homage to their martyrs and war heroes.
9. Durgiana Temple
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4.0 based on 932 reviews
Reviewed By PilgrimSpirit
Durga Mata Devi temple with big solid silver doors with Mata's on...find the Hanuman statues there and the planet Saturn Temple...very calming and spiritual ...take your time all round the complex.
10. Sri Ram Tirath Temple
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4.0 based on 91 reviews
Reviewed By Arunverma - Amritsar, India
Both my wife and I visited this place today. This temple is located about 10kms away from our home and this Bhagwan Valmiki Temple is a temple panorama complex and an important historical monument of Valmikis located at Bhagwan Valmiki Tirath road of Amritsar city.Since 1 December 2016, it has an 8 foot tall 800 kg gold plated idol of Lord Valmiki in main section. A beautiful serene temple. Worth a visit
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