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A city of immense historical and religious importance, Amritsar in Punjab is a very popular India tour destination.
This pulsating city is home to the beautiful Harmandir Sahib or the Golden Temple that lies in the middle of Amrit Saras Sarovar - a sacred water pool that was dug under the aegis of Guru Ram Dev in the ancient times. The Sikhs believe that a dip in the Amrit Kund washes off all your sins.
The term Amritsar literally translates to "the city of nectar." Known and Chakk Guru Da or Ramdaspur in the ancient ages, Amritsar as a city developed around the precincts of the Golden Temple.
The fourth Sikh Guru, Ramdas encouraged tradespeople to migrate to this part of Punjab and supported the initial growth of the city. Today Amritsar is a bustling city that is known for its mouthwatering cuisine, woolens and other industries.
Places of interest that are a must visit on an Amritsar tour are Wagah Border, Tarn Taran and the historic Jallianwala Bagh. Also tour Durgiana Mandir and Baba Atal Rai Tower on an Amritsar tour.
Explore the summer palace of Maharaja Ranjit Singhji as you tour the Ram Bagh and enjoy Amritsar the land of the spirited…
Embark on excursions to Govindwal Sahib, Baba Bakala and Amanat Khan Serai on tours to Amritsar, Punjab, India.
Tour Programmes that Include Amritsar
- The Classical Tour of North India
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