Amritsar City Guide
Amritsar is the spiritual and cultural heart of Sikhism and home to the iconic Golden Temple. Located in Punjab, Amritsar is known for its deep history, vibrant food culture, patriotic landmarks, and warm hospitality.
📍 Quick Facts
StatePunjab
Famous ForGolden Temple & Sikh Heritage
Ideal Duration2–3 Days
LanguagesPunjabi, Hindi, English
🌦 Live Weather & Network
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📱 NetworkJio, Airtel, VI
🌐 InternetGood 4G & 5G coverage
🗓 Best Time to Visit
Oct – MarPleasant sightseeing weather
Apr – JunHot summers
Jul – SepMonsoon season
FestivalsBaisakhi & Gurpurabs
🎯 Things to See & Do
🏛 Heritage
🍽 Food
🛍 Shopping
✨ Experiences
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Golden TempleHolest Sikh shrine
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Jallianwala BaghHistoric memorial
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Akal TakhtSikh authority seat
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Partition MuseumIndia–Pakistan history
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Makki di Roti & Sarson da SaagClassic Punjabi dish
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Amritsari KulchaFamous stuffed bread
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LassiThick Punjabi lassi
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LangarFree community meal
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Hall BazaarTraditional shopping street
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Punjabi JuttisTraditional footwear
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Phulkari DupattasPunjabi embroidery
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SouvenirsReligious items
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Golden Temple AartiSpiritual experience
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Wagah BorderPatriotic ceremony
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Heritage WalkOld city exploration
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Night VisitGolden Temple illumination
🗺 Suggested Amritsar Itinerary
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Day 1Golden Temple · Jallianwala Bagh · Langar
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Day 2Partition Museum · Wagah Border
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Day 3Shopping · Heritage Walk
🚆 How to Reach Amritsar
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Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee Airport (ATQ)Domestic & international flights
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Amritsar JunctionMajor railway station
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Punjab RoadwaysFrom Delhi & Chandigarh
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TaxiDelhi ↔ Amritsar from ₹5,000
🏨 Where to Stay in Amritsar
Luxury Hotels
Mid-Range Hotels
Budget & Guesthouses
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Taj SwarnaLuxury city hotel
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Hyatt RegencyPremium amenities
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Ramada AmritsarNear Golden Temple
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ITC Raja SansiBusiness luxury stay
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Hotel Hong Kong InnPopular mid-range
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Hotel City ParkCentral location
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Hotel Ritz PlazaComfort stay
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Hotel Royal CastleValue option
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Guest HousesBudget stays
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DharamshalasPilgrim accommodation
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HostelsBackpacker options
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OYO HotelsLow-cost rooms
🍴 Popular Restaurants
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Kesar Da DhabaIconic Punjabi food
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Bharawan Da DhabaTraditional flavors
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Makhan FishFamous seafood
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Local Tea StallsStreet chai culture
📍 Nearby Destinations
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Wagah Border · 30 kmIndo-Pak ceremony
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Ram Tirath · 12 kmMythological site
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Tarn Taran · 25 kmHistoric gurudwara
👕 What to Wear
Summer – Light cotton clothes
Winter – Warm jackets
Golden Temple – Head covered
Evenings – Comfortable footwear
🎉 Festivals
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BaisakhiSikh harvest festival
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DiwaliGolden Temple illumination
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GurpurabsSikh religious festivals