The Spiritual Heart of Punjab
About
Amritsar is one of North India’s most important cultural and spiritual cities, best known for the Golden Temple, the principal pilgrimage centre of Sikhism. Founded in the 16th century, the city has played a major role in Punjab’s religious, political and social history. Beyond the Golden Temple, Amritsar offers bustling markets, historic memorials, traditional Punjabi cuisine and access to the India-Pakistan border ceremony at Attari-Wagah. The city combines profound religious significance with vibrant street life and strong regional identity.
Highlights
Golden Temple
Visit the magnificent Sikh shrine surrounded by the sacred pool and experience its peaceful spiritual atmosphere.
Langar
Learn about the community kitchen tradition, where volunteers prepare and serve free meals to visitors regardless of background.
Jallianwala Bagh
Visit the historic memorial site associated with the 1919 massacre and learn about an important chapter in India’s colonial history.
Partition Museum
Explore exhibitions documenting the human experiences of the 1947 Partition of India.
Old City Markets
Walk through lively bazaars selling textiles, footwear, spices, sweets and traditional Punjabi products.
Attari-Wagah Border
Witness the ceremonial border-closing event performed by Indian and Pakistani security forces.
Things to Do
Visit the Golden Temple at Different Times
Experience the shrine in daylight and again after sunset when the complex is beautifully illuminated.
Experience the Community Kitchen
Observe or participate respectfully in the langar tradition and learn about Sikh values of equality and service.
Explore the Old City
Walk through busy markets, historic streets and traditional neighbourhoods around the Golden Temple area.
Taste Punjabi Cuisine
Try dishes such as kulcha, chole, lassi and other regional specialities for which Amritsar is famous.
Visit the Partition Museum
Learn about the social and human history of Partition through personal stories, photographs and exhibits.
Attend the Attari-Wagah Ceremony
Travel to the international border and watch the formal evening ceremony performed by both countries.