Top things to do in Amritsar in your next visit

Things to do in Amritsar, Punjab

If you adore Sikhism and wish to understand more about it, Amritsar is a must-see destination. Amritsar is a city in Punjab regarded as the religion’s spiritual and cultural centre. Ram Das, the fourth Sikh guru, created the city in 1577, which is now divided by railway lines. If you plan to explore Amritsar, here we have enlisted a few best places, which are a must-see.

Golden temple

How can you not visit Golden Temple when in Amritsar? Golden Temple, also known as Sri Harmandir Sahib, is the holiest shrine in Sikhism and one of India’s most spiritual and famous destinations. The spectacular golden architecture of the Temple looks divine. It is located in the heart of Amritsar, and the daily Langar draws a significant number of visitors and worshippers each day.

The shrine is housed in the main Temple, part of the larger complex known to Sikhs as Harmandir Sahib or Darbar Sahib. The best thing about this place is that it welcomes devotees of all religions and provides free food to over 100,000 individuals.

Maharaja Ranjit Singh Museum

Located in Amritsar’s Company, Bagh Maharaja Ranjit Singh Museum was previously the summer home of Maharaja Ranjit Singh, the first king of the Sikh Empire. It was converted into a museum in 1977. The museum includes exhibits on the Maharaja’s life and the history, art, and architecture of the Sikh community in the 18th and 19th centuries. The museum is 1.5 kilometres from Amritsar Junction and 4 kilometres from the Golden Temple.

Wagah Border

The Wagah Border runs along the Grand Trunk Road and is 22 kilometres from Lahore, Pakistan, and 28 kilometres from Amritsar, India. It marks the border between India and Pakistan. The Wagah Border Ceremony, also known as the Beating Retreat Ceremony, occurs every day. Every evening, Indian and Pakistani soldiers gather at this border station for a 30-minute display of military friendship and showmanship.

Partition Museum

This Partition Museum in Amritsar houses a collection of stories, art, and relics that commemorate the period before, during, and after British India’s Partition. The museum, located at the Town Hall in Amritsar and was established by the Arts and Cultural Heritage Trust (TAACHT), is a component of Amritsar’s recently launched Heritage Street, which runs from the Golden State Temple to the Town Hall. Newspaper clippings, photographs, and personal objects contributed by those who observed and lived through the Partition are present as exhibits at the Partition Museum.

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