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Amritsar
The great North Indian state is dominated by agriculture, the source of its prosperity that reflects in its warmth, hospitality and the general exuberance of its people.
Amritsar
Amritsar is the centre of the Sikh religion and the major city of Punjab. It is the city of the famous Golden Temple which is visited by travellers, from all over the world.
Howto reach: A daily return flight connects Amritsar to Delhi. Well connected by rail and road. Major road distances are: Delhi-450 kms, Chandigarh-235 kms, Ludhiana-140 kms.
Where to stay: Amritsar International Hotel, Neem Chameli Tourist Complex, Magnolia Tourist Complex, Hotel Mohan International, Ritz Plaza, Sun City Towers, Astoria, Guru Ram Das Niwas.
What to see: The Golden Temple, Jallianwala Bagh, Durgiana Temple and the Tower of Baba Atal Rai.
Excursions: Baba Bakala (45 kms), Ram Tirath (16 kms), Hari-Ke-Pattern (38 kms), Taran Taran (24 kms), Mosque at Fatehabad (40 kms), Khadur Sahib (32 kms), Dera Porba Jaimal Singh (64 kms).
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Ludhiana
Is often referred to as 'Manchester of India', famous for hosiery goods and other industries.
How to reach: Well connected by rail, road and air.
Where to stay: Hotel Amaltas, City Heart Hotel, Shiraz Hotel, Sahiba Hotel, Queen's Flower Tourist Resort.
What to see: The Rose Garden.
Excursions: Gurudwara Charan Kanwal (45kms), Gurudwara Manji Sahib Alamgir (10 kms), Gurudwara Nanaksar Sahib (Jagraon-38 kms), Hatur (54 kms) - holy place for Jains.
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Anandpur Sahib
A holy pilgrimage centre for the Sikhs, where Guru Gobind Singh baptised the first five Sikhs called the Panch Pyaras.
How to reach: Nearest airport is at Chandigarh (75 kms). Nearest railhead is at Nangal.
Where to stay: Pincassia Tourist Complex at Ropar (39 kms), Kadamba Tourist Complex at Nangal (25 kms). Free accommodation at the gurudwara.
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Patiala
Patiala was the capital of erstwhile princely state of Punjab. It is known for its magnificent forts, palaces and gardens.
How to reach: Well connected by rail and road. Nearest airport is at Chandigarh.
Where to stay: Kachnar Tourist Complex, Hotel Green.
What to see: Sheesh Mahal, Moti Bagh Palace, Baradari Garden, Art Galleries, Quilla Mubarak, City Fort, Gurudwara Dukh Niwaran.
Excursions: Bahadurgarh Fort (6 kms), Ghuram.
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Sirhind
How to reach: Nearest airports are at Chandigarh (60 kms) and Ludhiana (50 kms). Well connected with rail and road.
Where to stay: Maulsari Tourist Complex, Bougainvillea Floating Restaurant and Tourist Complex and several other hotels.
What to see: Sirhind Fort, Fatehgarh Sahib Gurudwara, Rauza of Hazrat Mujacladud-din Altaf.
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Jalandhar
Jalandhar is an industrial town famous for sports goods.
How to reach: Nearest airport at Ludhiana and Amritsar. Well connected by rail and road.
Where to stay: Sukh Chain Tourist Complex. Skylark Hotel, Plaza Hotel, Kamal Palace Hotel.
What to see: ImamNasir Mausoleum, Devi Talab, Jama Masjid and Shiva Mandir.
Excursions: Khattar Kalan (55 kms), Kartarpur (16 kms), Kapurthala (18 kms).
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