Amritsar ( Ambarsar ) or Historically known as Ramdaspur is one of Punjab’s main and holiest cities.

The Amritsar ( Ambarsar ) or Historically known as Ramdaspur is one of Punjab’s main and holiest cities. It is the second largest and second-most populous city of Punjab after Ludhiana. located in Majha region of Punjab, Amritsar has its own interesting history starting from the times of Ramayana. The city is considered as the economic capital of punjab. A major tourist hub with thousands of visitors coming on a daily basis. Amritsar is included in HRIDAY ( Heritage City Development and Augmentation Yojana). Launched by the government of India for development and maintenance of heritage cities in India.

Amritsar is also famous for the Golden Temple ( Harmandir Sahib ), one of Sikhism religion’s most spiritually significant and most-visited gurudwaras. The city is also known for its street food and wooden chess boards and the chess pieces manufacturing industry.

According to Hindu mythology Bhagwan Valmiki Tirath Sthal was the site of Maharishi Valmiki’s Ashram in the Time Ramraj. As per details mentioned in Ramayana Sita Mata Gave Birth to Lord Rama’s son,  Luv and Kush in Ram Tirath Ashram in amritsar. It is believed that at today’s Durgiana Temple, Lava and Kush captured the Horse of Ashvamedha Yagya and Tied Lord Hanuman to a Tree.

As per sikh history it is believed that Shri Guru Ram Das founded the holy city on the site chosen by Guru Amar Das Ji. Guru Amar Das asked Guru Ram Das to Build a man made pool ( Sarovar ) in the centre and start a new town around the pool. Guru Ram Das faced opposition from Sons of Guru Amar Das but in 1954 after his coronation as the fourth Guru of Sikh, He built the pool and founded the town around it.

The city came into its glory during the time of Guru Arjan Dev ji and many merchants and people started to settle in the city. During this period Son of guru Amar das built the harmandir Sahib at the pool area of the city and the place further developed as a religious Temple. Town then started to grow and became the city of Amritsar.

The name of the city is derived from the sacred tank or pool, called the Amrita Saras (“Pool of Nectar”). The city has seen many invasions, wars and exploitation from afghans, mughal and britishers, but it always reconstructed itself as better stronger and beautiful.

Amritsar is one of the fastest growing cities in Punjab now. It is famous for its pashmina, woollen, carpets, blanket etc produced in textile mills, Embroidery and Knitting units.The city is developing as a business and tourist hub benefiting local peoples and industry. Infrastructure boom is helping the city to match the requirements.

The handicrafts of the Thatheras of Jandiala Guru of Amritsar is included on UNESCO’s List of Intangible Cultural Heritage. Tourism has become a major industry contributing to the income of locals due to increased tourist arrival.

Amritsar offers a variety of Famous street food, be it vegetarian or Non vegetarian. Ready to cook items like papad, vadiyan etc, are also a big attraction in the city.

Amritsar is like a typical north indian city, hot in summers and cold in winters. Best time to visit and explore Amritsar is between October to April. Due to the pleasant to cold weather it is easy to travel and explore the city. Otherwise summers are very hot and temperature can reach a maximum of 48 degree celsius. Monsoon is very humid and heavy rainfalls can spoil the complete itinerary. If you are specially planning to visit Golden temple avoid major Punjab’s festivals and occasions.

Amritsar is Just 28 Kilometre from India Pakistan Border. The city is the administrative headquarters for the Amritsar district. It is 217 Km from Chandigarh and 455 Km From Delhi.

Amritsar has one of the busiest airports in India in terms of international flights ( Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International Airport ). The Airport is connected to other parts of India and other countries with direct flights from all major airlines.

Amritsar has the most busiest railway station in punjab and one of the highest earning stations for indian railway. Connected to almost every major rail route and city, Rail is the cheapest and safest mode of travel to Amritsar.

The City is connected by the historical G T or Grand Trunk Road which is also referred to as National Highways. Bus Shuttle service makes local travel delightful as it connects almost every part of Amritsar.

Amritsar is a modern tourist hotspot know providing every kind of stay facility, from no star hotels to five star property to sarai’s maintained by various Gurudwaras. stay and food is not a problem for anyone. Golden temple feeds large number of Tourist and local with free food every day.

Amritsar is one of the oldest cities in Punjab. The city offers something from every religion and culture. Here is the list of some must visit places in Amritsar The Holiest City of Punjab.

• Golden Temple and Heritage Street
• Durgiana Mandir and Bada Hanuman Mandir
• Mata Lal Devi Mandir, Model Town.
• Shri Ram Tirath and Valmiki Tirath
• Shivala Bagh Bhaiyan
• Punjab State War Heroes’ Memorial & Museum
• Sadda Pind
• Urban Haat Food Street
• Gobindgarh Fort
• Ram Bagh Palace 
• Wagah border
• Gurudwara Shaheed Ganj Sahib
• Partition Museum
• Jallianwala Bagh
• Pul Kanjri
• VR Ambarsar, Circular Road.
• Mall of Amritsar, near Hyatt
• Jang-e-Azadi Memorial near Kartarpur, India
• Maharaja Ranjit Singh Museum

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