7 Places to Visit in Amritsar

Gobindgarh Fort

spread across 43 acres, this fort is approximately 300 year old. This fort has seen the rule of Bhangi Misl, Maharaja Ranjit Singh and The East India Company. Till recently the fort was used occupied by Indian Army.

Ram Tirath Temple

It is believed to be the ashram of the sage Valmiki, where Mata Sita took shelter after being abandoned by Lord Rama. Luv and Kush are believed to be born here.

Gurudwara Bir Baba Budha Sahib

Popularly known as Bir Sahib, the Gurudwara is situated in Thatta village. The shrine honours Baba Buddha, who believed to have spent much of his life here.

Sadda Pindh

Sadda Pindh is a Punjabi Culture Living Village spread across 12 acres of land. It aims to bring the true essence of Punjabi culture to the tourist.

Partition Museum

Located in the Town House of Amritsar, it is a museum in remembrance of the partition. The museum aims to become the central repository of stories, materials, and documents related to the post partition riots.

Jallianwala Bagh

Close to Golden Temple, Jallianwala Bagh is a memorial of the massacre that took place on the site in 1919, on the occasion of Baisakhi. In 1919, hundreds of innocent Indians were killed by British for protesting against the Rowlatt Act

Golden Temple

The Golden Temple also known as Harmindar Sahib, is one of holiest sites in Sikhism. It is a symbol of human brotherhood and equality

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