Amritsar
A city which is famous for one of the most iconic gurdwaras in the country, The Golden Temple, Amritsar is the city that gets its name from the Amrit Saras or the Pool of Nectar, the very lake on which the Golden Temple sits. Although the city is a vibrant show of Sikhism as a religion, tourists will get a wonderful experience of religion and culinary haven here in the city.
Tourist attractions in Amritsar
The Golden Temple remains to be one of the most visited religious and tourist spots in India. Not far from here lies the Jallianwala Bagh massacre incident site, Central Sikh Museum, Maharaja Ranjit Singh Museum and the Partition Museum. Even the Wagah Border lies a little away from the city centre. Majorly, the city is shrouded with India’s pre-Independence history.
Things to do in Amritsar
Food, culture and shopping are the major things to enjoy and do in Amritsar. The famous ‘langar’ given at the Golden Temple is hugely famous. Amritsar is also a haven for shawls, woolen items, clothing, silver jewellery and gold. Tourists can also go for a food walk and enjoy the rich delicacy of the local cuisine like makki ki roti and sarson da saag, one of the iconic sikh dishes that is available here at dhabas and restaurants.
Airport in Amritsar
Sri Guru Ram Das Ji Airport is Amritsar’s International Airport is located about 10 km away from the city centre. IndiGo’s several domestic and international daily and connecting flights are operational from here.
- Airport Address- Ajnala Road, Raja Sansi, Punjab-143101
- Airport IATA code- ATQ