Known for its rich and varied Sikh culture, home to Harmandir Saheb Gurudwara, Amritsar has always been really popular for its food, culture and joyful spirit. The crowded roads, the happy people, the spiritual bend will win your heart. Let us take a look at the Wagah Border Tour and what all you can do at Amritsar. Let the journey begin.

How to reach Amritsar?

It is very easy to reach Amritsar. You can take a train from Delhi to Amritsar that will reach you to your destination in about six hours. You can also get flights, buses or you can go by road. You will also find a number of good hotels here. Because of the great connectivity, you can also visit a lot of places near Amritsar that also includes the Wagah Border.

Things to do in Amritsar:

Now, it completely depends on the number of days you want to spend in Amritsar. However, we provide you with a list of things you can do and places you can explore when you are in Amritsar.

Wagah Border Tour:

Wagah Border Tour is one of the most important things you can’t miss when in Amritsar. 30 kilometers from the Golden Temple, the Wagah border is the road border crossing between Pakistan and India. A particular ceremony, also known as the beating retreat ceremony takes place every day, 2 hours before the sunset. The Indian Border Security Force and the Pakistan Rangers pay respect to their respective countries and fellow men. This ceremony is witnessed by a huge crowd of spectators every day. A Wagah Border tour will leave you in the awe of the strength of both the countries and their representatives. When in Amritsar, do visit the Wagah border without fail.

Golden Temple Tour:

If you are in Amritsar, it is but obvious that you will find yourself bowing down to the most sacred place of Sikhs. The Golden temple, as the name suggests is a majestic religious temple of the Sikhs. The architecture, the halwa, the pond and the peaceful ambiance attracts a number of tourists, both from India and abroad every year. This may be because the temple allows people from every caste, creed, and religion to come and feel the presence of the Lord here.

Amritsar City Tour:

The city is a hub of lively people and surroundings. You can take short walks in the streets, do some shopping, some Bhangra(the local dance), eat some good food and much more. You also have many other temples like Gurdwara Manji Sahib, Akal Takht, Shivala Bhaian Temple, and Gurdwara Bir Baba Budha. You can also visit the Museum and Panorama in Ram Bagh.

JallianwalaBagh tour :

Last but not the least, from the pages of history, witness the sad remains of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre. Thousands of innocent people were killed by the British Officials and others killed themselves by giving their lives. The place gives you shivers and at the same time reminds you of the sacrifices made by thousands to bring in freedom of the country.

Don’t forget to visit the above-mentioned places and try the local cuisine from different dhabas in the city. You will not want to return from Amritsar and that’s a promise!

Happy traveling!

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