Amritsar, home to Golden temple is one of the most fascinating cities of
India. It is a gateway to all the travellers coming to India through
the route to central Asia. As the name literally means “The pool of
nectar of Immortality” is one of the prime cities of Punjab.
It is the pilgrimage place not only for Sikhs but also for people of all
religions and it witnesses umpteen numbers of tourists who visit this
temple every year. This spiritual centre of Sikhs houses Darbar Sahib,
the holiest shrine of Sikhs. One has to visit the temple to find the
beautiful holy lake.
Other attractions are Wagah border, Taran Taran, Shri Durgania temple
and Gurudwara Baba Atal sahib. The city is largely known as the
pilgrimage centre as it is embellished with many holy shrines in and all
around.
The city offers avid shopping experience for its visitors.
One cannot resist the temptation of filling the shopping bags with hand
woven carpets, blankets, woollen garments and Patiala salwars. The city
has heir loom heritage of traditional handicrafts and handlooms.
Amritsar has in its platter yummy delicacies that tickle ones taste
buds. The authentic North Indian food is the staple food of the city and
other cuisines like Chinese, Thai, Mexican, Italian etc are easily
available.
The city has rich and vibrant culture and the locals are
fun loving and caring. The visitors are mesmerised by the friendly and
warm gesture of the local population. One in fact experiences the
divinity on tour to this holy city.
