(2) Amritsar Tourism Packages Starting From : ₹ 12999

Amritsar, located in the north-western Indian state of Punjab, is one of the oldest cities of India. Rich in tradition, culture and cuisine, Amritsar is most popularly known as the home of the famous Golden Temple (Harmandir Sahib). Shopping is also one of the major reason for tourists as Amritsar is known for its handicrafts, fabrics and carpets.The city derives its name from the holy pool around the Golden Temple, and means ‘pool of nectar.’ The temple is the cultural and spiritual centre of Sikh religion. Amritsar is also the centre to many commercial activities as it is the gateway to travellers coming to India. There are a number of things that you can do with Amritsar tourism packages. The Harmandir Sahib- Popularly known as the Golden Temple, it is an important Sikh shrine that attracts a large number of visitors every day. The holy text of Sikhs, the Guru Granth Sahib is there in the temple and is the main reason of a large number of Sikhs to pay their homage. The temple is surrounded by a large lake that contains Amrit, holy water. All people, regardless of their age, sex, religion or race can visit this peaceful place of worship, the Gurdwara. Jallianwala Bagh- It is a public garden house that commemorates the massacre in 1919 by British forces against peaceful celebrators on Punjabi New Year. It is located close to the Golden Temple and the visitors can see the bullet marks in the walls. It was the second largest massacre not due to a war. A short film providing the details of the site runs every hour in the museum. During your visit, you can even check the timings of the light and sound shows. Wagah Border- Seeing the closing ceremony at the Wagah Border is one of the best things to do on your visit to Amritsar. It is a military practice on the India-Pakistan border and has been happening every evening since 1959. It is one of the largely visited sight and most popular tourist event in Amritsar. People from all around the world come to see this spectacular ceremony. Visitors should plan to be there before 4 pm and be prepared for tight security checks and measures. The ceremony starts at 5 pm and there is no fee for the ceremony. While there, you can feel the thrill in the atmosphere as the crowd cheers for the soldiers from both sides of the border. Durgiana Temple- The Durgiana temple is a smaller replica of the Golden Temple. It is a premier Hindu temple of Punjab and derives its name from Goddess Durga. It is not as crowded like the Golden Temple and is much quieter. The temple is best visited in the morning or evening. Akal Takht- The Akal Takht, meaning the throne of the almighty, is one of the five takhts of Sikh religion. It symbolizes dispensing of justice and temporal activity. The Akal Takht is the highest seat of the ‘Khalsa’ (A Sikh culture military and civil authority). It was built as a symbol of opposition to the tyranny of the rulers. Hall Bazaar- The Hall Bazaar has streets lined up with rows of shops. It is the shopping hub of Amritsar. Here you will find everything from electronics, ornaments, handicrafts, handmade garments, books and many more things. The state of Punjab is also known for Phulkari works (traditional embroidery) and lacquered woodwork. Pick up some jams, jellies and pickles that Punjab is famous for and are available in Amritsar in galore. Ram Bagh- This beautiful garden is a tribute to the founder of the city, Guru Ram Das. The Ram Bagh was the summer palace of Maharaja Ranjit Singh, which is now converted into a museum. It exhibits weapons, portraits, of the Mughal times and also houses the replica of the “Kohinoor” diamond. Faridkot FortThis fort is one of the fabulous locations that Amritsar boasts of, the Faridkot Fort is established near the Ferozpur city and attracts both local and international travelers. The fort dates over 700 years back and has a distinct mention in the heritage of Punjab. It has extraordinary interiors that show the magnificent taste of the rulers in the earlier centuries. The Sheesh Mahal in the fort has some incredible and beautiful mirror works and wall paintings.Amritsar is a place of extreme temperatures. Summers are extremely hot while the winters are extremely cold. Monsoons experience pleasant weather and the best time to visit is October onwards when the temperature is mild and ideal for shopping and sightseeing. With the Amritsar tourism packages that we have on offer, you can pick the deal of your choice and pick the hotel that suits your needs. Whether it is luxury you seeks, the mid-range accommodations or budget hotels, service and quality remains uncompromised. Before heading out of Amritsar, do not miss to pick up a pair of Punjabi jutis (shoes) and the Patiala salwar which are a typical of this region.