Amritsar Sights and Day Trips
Ram Tirath from Amritsar: Planning a Day Trip
Ram Tirath is a religious site west of Amritsar, associated with Maharishi Valmiki and the Ramayana. Here’s what to know about the complex, getting there and its ann…
Amritsar Sights and Day Trips
Plan visits to Amritsar’s historic centre, landmarks and destinations beyond the city with practical guides for each outing. Read about routes through the old city and how to prepare for a visit to the Partition Museum.
Amritsar Sights and Day Trips
Pul Kanjari: A Day Trip from Amritsar
Pul Kanjari is a heritage site near the Wagah border, about [[K21]] from Amritsar. Its historic buildings and links to Maharaja Ranjit Singh make it a distinctive da…
Amritsar Sights and Day Trips
How to Visit the Partition Museum in Amritsar
The Partition Museum in Amritsar tells the story of Partition through the experiences of people who lived through it. Find out what to expect, how admission works an…
Amritsar Sights and Day Trips
Jallianwala Bagh History and What to Know Before Visiting
Jallianwala Bagh is a memorial in Amritsar commemorating people killed or wounded at the site. This guide covers its history, memorial features and practical details…
Amritsar Sights and Day Trips
Hall Bazaar in Amritsar: What to Know Before You Shop
Hall Bazaar is one of Amritsar’s oldest markets, set among the traditional bazaars of the walled city. It is known for phulkari embroidery, Punjabi juttis, lamps and…
Amritsar Sights and Day Trips
Golden Temple Amritsar Visitor Guide: Access, Etiquette and Timing
The Golden Temple, or Sri Harmandir Sahib, is a central Sikh place of worship in Amritsar. This guide covers its history, entry etiquette, visiting hours and communi…
Amritsar Sights and Day Trips
Gobindgarh Fort Amritsar: A Visitor Guide
Gobindgarh Fort is a historic site in central Amritsar, with museums, performances and restored fort structures. Here’s what to know about its history, opening patte…
Amritsar Sights and Day Trips
Best Time to Visit Amritsar: Weather and Festival Planning
October to March is the most pleasant period for exploring Amritsar. Baisakhi, Diwali and the Ram Tirth Fair are associated with the city, so check current dates and…
Amritsar Sights and Day Trips
Attari-Wagah Border Ceremony: A Practical Visitor Guide
The Attari-Wagah border ceremony takes place at Attari on the Grand Trunk Road, near Amritsar. Here’s what to know about the location, transport and changing ceremon…
Amritsar Sights and Day Trips
Amritsar Old City Heritage Walk: A Route Through the Historic Centre
The Amritsar old city heritage walk runs from Town Hall through historic streets toward Jallianwala Bagh and the Golden Temple. Along the way, the route booklet name…
Amritsar Sights and Day Trips
Events in Amritsar: Festivals and Dates to Check
Events in Amritsar range from major Sikh observances to the border’s Beating the Retreat Ceremony. Here’s what is known about their patterns and what to confirm befo…