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State: Punjab
District: Amritsar
Famous for/as: Pilgrim
Languages: Punjabi, Hindi, English
Best Season: Throughout the year
Weather: Summer 24-45°C, Winter 4-27°C
Altitude: 218 m
Pincode: 143001
STD code: 0183
The city of Amritsar is a glittering showcase of compound traditions and secular culture. A thriving city with important devout centers and historical sites Amritsar exhibits a glorious past, magnificient present and a hopeful future. A significant city of Majha region, it has been entitled the prestigious title of the jewel of Punjab. A prosperous depository of national heritage and religion, it has been renowned as the abode of all merits.

A synonym of Sikh religion, every pious Sikh desires to be hallowed with a pilgrimage to Amritsar and to have a divine bath at the Golden Temple. A visit to Amritsar is supposed to cleanse the soul of the pilgrim. An embodiment of Sikh belief, the core of Punjab’s political affairs, an opening to the Gulf Countries, a watchful sentry at the Indo-Pak border, Amritsar adorns a remarkable position in the Indian subcontinent.

An icon of confrontation against the British despotism and the nucleus of Akali movements, Amritsar recalls the fierce onslaught of the Muslim invaders of the medieval India. Amritsar is like a lozenge with many features. The indispensable strength of the city lies in its effervescent monuments, sacred temples, pretty shrines and most of all in its folk arts and the tasty cuisine.

Blessed with a sociable and hospitable people, who are, reliable, casual, and jovial with a wonderful enthusiasm. They are fond of good cuisine, good dress and all the good amenities in life. Amritsar is not just an ordinary Indian city bestowed with tremendous attractions, on the other hand it displays a stunning elegance and a lifestyle. In spite of its modern outlook, the city still preserves and emanates a vital and enriching uniqueness.

Must See/Do: Golden Temple, Khair-ud-Din Masjid, Swarna Mandir

History


The history of Amritsar boasts of a perfect mix of Hindu and Sikh culture. Founded by Guru Ram Das in the year 1547, the city has been the home to various sages and saints.

Although the history of Amritsar can be traced back to the Indus Valley Civilisation, it also has been referred in the various Puranas and the famous mythological epic Ramayana. According to the legend, this city was the site of the ashram of Rishi Balmiki as well as the birth place of Lord Ram’s son – Luv and Kush.

The city boasts of Greek influence under Alexander during 326 BC. However, the Mauryas defeated the Greeks thus possessing the throne of Amritsar.

The rulers of the Gupta Empire ruled here from the 4th to the 6th century followed by the rule of Shahi Dynasty and further under the kingship of Sultan Mahmood of Ghazani.

Sikh came on the scene of Amritsar in the 16th century when Sikh Guru Ram Das and his successor Guru Arjan Dev established a temple around a small pool. It was during this time, that the city got its name Amritsar. The city is famous for the Jallianwala Bagh tragedy in which thousands of people were killed by the British.

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ashish suman swarn mandir ki bhavyata aur sundarya man ko apni aur khich te he. yha ki shanti alokik he kash itni shanti our soumyata hamare man me b hoti.
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Hardeep Dhami sat Sri Akal to all. Could sombody please inform me of any bus service running from Amritsar to Dharamsala and a good place to stay while there as a back packer from the UK.
Many Thanks in advance.
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Manas Ranjan Mishra Is there any Bus running from Jammu to Amritsar Daily.If it runs then please notify me the timetable.
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Gurinder johal Amritsar sifti da ghar The Golden temple has become visited religious place in India.the troueist from all over india are coming to visit Golden temple,There is lots of improvement in the ifrastruture of Amritsar still it needs more.
there is need to put joint efforts togather to achieve what we want we should promote hygine from ourselves first,
Gurinder johal
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Sanjay kumar Das I (WITH FAMILY )WANT TO STAY NEAR AMRITSAR SWARNAMANDIR FOR ONE DAY. SECOND DAY RETURN TO NEW DELHI BEFORE 2.00 P.M.IS IT POSSIBLE? IF POSSIBLE PLEASE GUIDE ME FOR BUDGET HOTEL.
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