Punjab Tourism

Enjoy the Tourism of Punjab, situated in the north west of India, the Punjab state one of the tiniest and palmy states of India has got its name 'Punj' 'ab' or the land of the waters from its five rivers namely Sutlej, Chenab, Ravi, Beas and Jhelum. Interestingly, its civilization is one of the most bygone civilizations in the world with a different culture.

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Tourism in Punjab: Gurudwaras Constitute the Very Essence of the State

Enjoy the Tourism of Punjab, situated in the north west of India, the Punjab state one of the tiniest and palmy states of India has got its name 'Punj' 'ab' or the land of the waters from its five rivers namely Sutlej, Chenab, Ravi, Beas and Jhelum. Interestingly, its civilization is one of the most bygone civilizations in the world with a different culture. The unmatched culture of Punjab has its own appeal. The fragrance of the loamy land provides a warm feeling to the visitors.

A Wholesome Trip of Punjab:ADS_TO_REPLACE_1

Travel Places of Punjab like Amritsar-Ram Tirath-Sarai Amanath Khan-Wagah Border-Amritsar:

Going back to the times of Ramayana, one can start his Tirath from Ram Tirath which is situated in Punjab. Next visit to Sarai Amanath Khan will provide you to taste the Mughal hospitality. Then back to the Wagah border( Indo-Pak Boundary) will offer the visitors the charming view of the pageant of the beating of Retreat. One can also enjoy from the distance of the Indian and Pakistani forces the evening drill while changing the guards.

Excursion around Amritsar-Dera Baba Nanak-Qaidian-Kala Naur-Gurdaspur-Pathankot:ADS_TO_REPLACE_2

The first Sikh prophet Guru Nanak spent last phase of his life in Dera Baba Nanak, which is a worth visiting place for the tourists. This place is also popular for the Gurudwara which has been constructed in the memory of the great Guru. It preserves the kimono of the Guru which he has received at Mecca. The benefactor of the Ahmediyya sect of Muslims stayed in Qaidian. Next one can visit Kala Naur where the Mughal Emperor Akbar has been delegated. Finally, Pathankot, one of the remarkable destinations of India acts as a link city to the hills of Himachal and Jammu and Kashmir and popular for the serene beauty of nature.

Places to Visit  Amritsar-Tarn Taran-Hari Ke Pattan-Goindwal Sahib-Sultanpur Lodhi -Kapurthala-Jalandhar:

The shrine of Sri Arjan Dev, the fifth guru pays tribute to the sacrifices that he has done to his community. The grand golden dome and the huge sacred pool of the Gurudwara of Sri Arjan Dev of Tarn Taran have enhanced the beauty of the place and altogether these are marked for the spirituality destinations of India. Hari Ke Pattan is also popular for the internationally acclaimed wildlife sanctuary in Punjab. The holy sanctum of 3rd Sikh Prophet Amar Dasji has made Goindwal Sahib, a route to emancipation. Interestingly inside the Gurudwara there is a deep well leaded by 84 steps. It is believed that if one prays to Japji Sahib at each step after a bath in the well then the person crosses 84,000 lifecycles to attain Moksha. Apart from the beautiful buildings and palaces one can enjoy the Kanji Lake and the gypsy birds as well.ADS_TO_REPLACE_3

Must to See in Amritsar-Baba Bakala-Kartarpur-Jalandhar:

Baba Bakala and Kartarpur both are popular for Sri Tegh Bahadurji, who has assumed the basis of Sikhism after child Guru Sri Hari Kishanji and Sri Guru Granth Saheb, the genuine handwritten copy of Sikhism respectively. Jalandhar City of Punjab, on the other is internationally famous for manufacturing sports goods, Woolen Garments Munufectures.

Trip to Chandigarh-Ropar-Anandpur Sahib-Bhakra-Nangal in Punjab: ADS_TO_REPLACE_4

Trip to Ropar Punjab, well known as Rupnagar is famous for the archaeological findings. Those who love adventure sports activities like trek can start trekking from Kiratpur to Anandpuri Sahib and find many landmarks of historical interests on the way. Numerous Gurudwaras of Anandpur Sahib have made this place Pilgrim's paradise. Sri Keshgarh Sahib Gurudwara is the most marked one. To observe the world's highest linear gravity dam a visit to Bhakra is must to see places in Punjab.

Travel to Ludhiana-Moga-Ferozepur-Bhatinda-Malout-Muktsar-Faridkot in Punjab:

Travel Beginning from Ludhiana, one can visit to Ferozepur to see the memorials to the Indian freedom fighters. An aesthetic Jain Swetember Temple namely Zira can be observed on Ferozepur Moga road. Wall paintings, age old sculptures and idols enhance the beauty of the temple and attract the admirers down the ages. The 1800 years old fort is worth watching at Bhatinda. Malout and Muktsar have their own significance whereas the palaces and forts of Faridkot bear the marks of splendid art and architecture. ADS_TO_REPLACE_5

Tour to Patiala-Nabha-Malerkotla-Ludhiana-Fatehgarh Saheb-Chandigarh in Punjab:

Your Punjab tourism starting by visiting to museum and palaces of Patiala and enjoy the sports and cuisines to fashion; Patiala, a city of Punjab is popular for its vast and diversified offerings to the tourists. Nabha Tourism in Punjab, is rich in historical aspect. Tour to Malerkotla Punjab, is popular for the ethnic Punjabi wear. The Fatehpur Sahib, one of the popular monuments built during the Muslim period. The Chandigarh city was designed by a French architect, which make Chandigarh city the Paris of India, a worthy place to visit.

Travel Jalandhar to Hoshiarpur of Punjab:ADS_TO_REPLACE_6

Hoshiarpur is popular for Bhrigusamhita system of Astrology, Vedic Research Institute, inlay work, musical instrument and archaeological instrument.

Pilgrimages Places in Punjab:

Hari Mandir Sahib or Golden Temple: The Center of Attraction:ADS_TO_REPLACE_7

Constructed on a portion of land granted by Akbar Hari Mandir Sahib, Hari Mandir Temple with its exclusive past is popular for the scripture which contains the holy messages of Pir, saints and bhagats from all over India. Muslim Sufi Saint Mian Mir has laid the foundation of Hari Mandir Sahib popularly known as Golden Temple. Diwali and Baishakhi two important festivals enhance the beauty of the place. Interestingly, on Baishakhi all the jewels of toshakhana of the temple are brandished around Sri Guru Granth Sahib. During Diwali different color traditional lamp are used to decorate the entire temple. The reflection of the temple on the glittering water thus creates a mesmerizing atmosphere.

Tarn Taran Travel in Punjab:

Situated 24 km south to Amritsar Tarn Taran has been founded by Sri Guru Arjan Devji, the 5th Prophet. Gold plated dome with a sacred pool have the Gurudwara a complete one.ADS_TO_REPLACE_8

Goindwal Sahib Gurudwara Tour in Punjab:

Goindwal Sahib Gurudwara is popular for the deep well which has 84 steps. It is believed that those who take a dip here and expatiate Japji Sahib at each step will 84,000 cycle of birth and will be on the way to Moksha. Thus the devotee has to do it repeatedly till the 84 steps are crossed.

Visit to Takhat Damdama Sahib Gurudwara of Punjab: ADS_TO_REPLACE_9

Situated 35 km from Bathinda Takhat Damdama Sahib better known as Talwandi Sabbo is considered as the holy place where Guru Granth Sahibji, the holy book of Sikhs has been composed by Bhai Manni Singh ji and recomposed by Guru Govind Singh Ji respectively. It restores ancient objects like: stamps, guns, swords, magic mirrors, and portraits and so on.

Tour to Anandpur Sahib: A Birth Place of Khalsa

Situated on the left shore of Sutlej river Anandpur Sahib is 40 kms from Rupnagar town. As the birth place of Khalsa Anandpur Sahib is one of the most esteemed pilgrimages of the Sikhs. Moreover the town has been established by the 9th Sikh Guru, Guru Teg Bahadur who acquires the land from the Raja of Bilaspur. Keshgarh Sahib Gurudwara in Anandpur Sahib is one of the most extigent shrines where Guru Govind Singh Ji has created his Khalsa.ADS_TO_REPLACE_10

The other repute Gurudwaras of Punjab are: Dera Baba Nanak, Gurudwara Ber Sahib and Khadur Sahib.

Hindu Temples in Punjab:

There are number of Hindu temples in Punjab which are enriched with the glorious history of the time. The temples are scattered in the main cities of Punjab like ? Amritsar, Bathinda, Patiala and Jalandhar. Each and every temple has their own story of emergence. Such popular temples are:ADS_TO_REPLACE_11

  • Durgiana Mandir Amritsar.
  • Bhagwathi Mandir Maisar Khanna Bathinda City.
  • Shiv Mandir, Guru Mandi, Jalandhar.
  • Panch Mandir, Kapurthala.
  • Sodal Mandir, Jalandhar.
  • Kali Devi Temple, Patiala.
  • Ram Tirth Amritsar.

Mosques in Punjab:

  • Mazaar Pir Baba Haji Rattan, Bathinda.
  • Rauza Sharif, Shirhind.
  • The Moorish Mosques, Kapurthala.
  • Chilla Baba Sheikh Farid, Faridkot.
  • Qadian.

Due to the hot and dry climate in May June and humid in July and August the tourists are suggested to visit Punjab from September to March, the most balmy time to visit Punjab.

Thus Punjab is a hub of Gurudwaras along with temples and mosques. The different tourism places of Punjab have their own story related with Sikhism and thus attract the admirers down the ages.ADS_TO_REPLACE_12

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