PLACES TO VISIT

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Golden Temple (Harmander Sahib)

The Golden temple, also known as ‘Harimandir Sahib’ is the holiest shrine of the Sikhs. Located in the heart of Amritsar, it is a heaven of peace and calm, an unparalleled place of faith and beauty. It is a symbol of human brotherhood and equality. Everybody, irrespective of cast, creed or race can seek spiritual solace and religious fulfilment without any hindrance. It also represents the distinct identity, glory and heritage of the Sikhs

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WAGAH BORDER

Wagah Border at Attari is the international border between India and Pakistan. The pomp and pageantry of the Beating Retreat and the Change of Guard within handshaking distance of the Indian and Pakistani forces makes for a most charming spectacle. Irrespective of where you come from, this place is bound to give you goosebumps and leave you with intense feelings of patriotism.

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Jallian Wala Bagh

The memorial at this site commemorates the 2000 Indians who were killed or wounded, shot indiscriminately by the British under the command of Gen Michael O Dyer on April13, 1919 while participating in a peaceful public meeting. This was one of the major incidents of India's freedom struggle.

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Durgiana Temple

An important Hindu temple situated in the city of Amritsar, Durgiana Temple is devoted to Goddess Durga. It is also known as the Lakshmi Narayan Temple and was built during the third decade of the 20th Century. Similar to the sarovar in Golden Temple, there is also a water tank or lake surrounding the main temple building. The temple is a well-known repository of Hindu scriptures

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Khalsa College

Khalsa College is a historic educational institution, which was founded in 1892. Covering an area of around 1.2 sq. km, the campus is located 8 km away from the Amritsar city centre on the Amritsar - Lahore highway.. The main building is considered a gem of the Indo-Sarcenic style, which is strongly influenced by traditional Indian and Mughal schools of architecture. The majestic building can be viewed from outside. Visits can be scheduled on Sundays or holidays(with prior permission) when the college is closed.

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Ram Bagh/Maharaja Ranjit Singh Musesm

Ram Bag is a beautiful garden surrounding the summer Palace of the great ruler, Maharaja Ranjit Singh. To commemorate the memory of his valour, Ram Bagh on its one end, has a lively statue of Maharaja Ranjit Singh saddled on a horse in a winsome posture.

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Ram Tirath

Ram Tirath is located about 11 km to the west of Amritsar city. It is an ancient pilgrimage centre associated with the period of Ramayana. A big fair is held here about a fortnight after Diwali, for a duration of five days.

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Jama Masjid Khairuddin

Built by Mohd. Khairuddin in 1876, this mosque is a place of architectural beauty situated in the Hall Bazar.

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Serai Amanat Khan

Serai Amanat Khan is a very charming and elegant structure situated in a small village south west of Amritsar. The Serai has a beautiful gate constructed in a Mughal style of architecture. The tomb of Amanat Khan is surrounded by four minarets. The mosque near the tomb is decorated with Persian verses.