Famous as the land where the hardy Sikh people come from, Punjab is a state of many fascinations.
The state of Punjab is picturesque in its entirety. It features rich farmlands that seemingly spread till the horizon. This is a fertile land that has been blessed by five rivers instead of once. These beautiful rivers are the Ravi, the Beas, the Sutlej, the Chenab and the Jhelum rivers. The rivers add to the splendor of the incredible state.
More than its natural beauty, the state of Punjab is famed for its rich history and culture. The state has been a major player in some of the most important events in the history of India. It has also been the birthplace of some of the fiercest warriors in Indian history. The state has been the scene of some historic battles. You can relive the rich history through the many fascinating monuments, forts and palaces in Punjab. Places like the Jallianwala Bagh still carry the scars of the freedom movement. Other places like the Ram Bagh display the glory of the kings with pride.
Religion is ingrained within the landscape of Punjab deeply. The state is filled with numerous shrines, mosques and temples. The most famous is, of course the glorious Golden Temple which creates a stunning sight with its golden exterior. However, the religious history of Punjab not only contains Sikhism, it encompasses Hinduism and Islam as well.
The charm of Punjab is enhanced by the friendly and helpful people here. You can enjoy your trip to Punjab immensely with their help and a generous helping of the lip-smacking Punjabi cuisine.
The fourth guru of the Sikhs founded the holy city of Amritsar in the year 1577. Over the years, the city has become mired with the history of India.The city of Amritsar is a fascinating blend of varied traditions and is home to a secular culture. The city flourishes with a veritable collection of religious centers which is topped by the immensely spectacular Golden Temple. The city has become more or less synonymous with the religion of Sikhism. Its history is incredibly rich with a fascinating past. The city is a source of pride for the people of Punjab and it has become something of a legend.
The magnificent charm of Amritsar can be found to be in the amazing monuments and holy shrines that dot its cityscape but it can be found most in the friendly people. The cuisine of the city is amazing along with its rich heritage of traditional arts.
Golden temple (Harmandir Sahib)
Jallianwala Bagh
Wagah Border
Ram Bagh
Ram Tirath
Faridkot Fort
Chandigarh has the rare honor of being the capital city for two different states, Punjab and Haryana. Remarkably, the city itself is considered to be a union territory and, therefore, not a part of any state. Chandigarh is a prime example of how a planned city should look like. In fact, it is one of the finest cities in India.Lying at the foothill of the Shiwalik range, Chandigarh is a different charm from other Indian cities. The location is picturesque and the surroundings are remarkably beautiful. The city is filled with gardens that are spectacular enough to add to the beauty of the place. The history of the city is quite fascinating as well. Some sources state that the people of Harappa had their home here nearly 8000 years ago.
The Rock Garden
Leisure Valley
Butterfly Park
Garden of Fragrance
Sarkaria Cactus Garden
International Dolls Museum
The enchanting landscape of Kurukshetra holds a special significance to the followers of the Hindu religion. The place is considered to be the location of the famous battle between the Pandavas and Kauravas as described in the epic, Mahabharata. It is also the place where Lord Krishna propounded his sermon to Arjuna which later came to be known as the Bhagavad Gita.Historically, the city holds a lot of importance. It is believed that the Aryan civilization flourished in this region. Moreover, it is hard to escape the charm of the place.
Jyotisar: Birthplace of Bhagavad Gita
Brahma Sarovar
Sheikh Chehlli Tomb
Bhadrakali Temple
Sri Krishna Museum
