5 places to explore near Harmandir Sahib in Amritsar

11-Apr-2019 BY Admin

The spiritual destination in India, Amritsar wins the heart and soul of Sikhs from all over the world as well as foreign travelers for years and decades. Harmandir Sahib also known as the Golden Temple is the most popular attraction of Amritsar well-known for its golden structure, mystic pond, delicious Kadha Prashad also known as halwa and overall myths that makes it the most popular delight of the religious populace. Pilgrims and believers irrespective of their caste, religion, and gender visit Amritsar in the search of eternal bliss and get indulge in the vibrancy of cultures and traditions of Amritsar. Many people explore the city with Golden Triangle Tour Package which is widely popular among first timers in India. However, apart from the Golden Temple in Amritsar , there are many other places to visit around which can make you reveal the history associated with Sikh warriors and legends. So, let us introduce in detail about the major nearby attractions in Amritsar that can be in your bucket list.

Commemorate the massacre of Jallianwala Bagh incident
The nearest attraction near Golden Temple, Jallianwala Bagh is a public where the atrocious act of public massacre was done by the British Army on 13th April 1919, Punjabi New Year Day. On their special day, the British army attached by the forces brutally opened fire which consequences the death of about 379 people and around 1100 people injured. Today a massive memorial stone is allocated in the premises of Jallianwala Bagh.

Timings: 06:30 am to 07:30 pm

Evening beating retreat ceremony by armies at Wagah Border
Around 30 kilometers away from Golden Temple, Wagah Border is the most touristic place in Amritsar. It is the only road border crossing between India and Pakistan. Every day a ceremony of Beating retreat and change to guard took place in the evening at a specific time. The soldiers of both the armed forces of India and Pakistan demonstrate their heartfelt enthusiasm for their own country and the nationalist. It displays an intense patriotic feel of the armies for their respective states.

Timings: 04:15 pm in winters; 05:15 pm in summers

Take bliss in Tarn Taran Sahib
Almost 22 kilometers away from Golden Temple, Tarn Taran Sahib is a Sikh pilgrimage site located in Tarn Taran district of Punjab. Arjan Dev ji, the fifth Sikh Guru constructed this gurudwara. Tarn Taran is amongst the most popular Sikh pilgrimage sites in the country. It is believed that the Sarovar known as pond settled in the premises of Gurudwara is the largest among all the Sikh Shrines.

Timings: 06:00 am to 10:00 pm

Experience the customs of Sikhism at Goindwal Sahib
Situated approximately 49.8 kilometers away from Golden Temple, Gurudwara Goindwal Sahib is located in Tarn Taran district of Punjab. It is believed that it is the place where Guru Amar Das meet Guru Ram Das. The architecture includes Baoli or stepwell in this Gurudwara which has 84 steps. It is believed that people take bath in this stepwell while reciting Japji Sahib a part of their religious praying.

Timings: Gurudwara is opened throughout the day.

Explore the artifacts display in Maharaja Ranjit Singh Museum
Maharaja Ranjit Singh Museum is almost 4 kilometers away from Golden Temple. The museum is dedicated to Maharaja Ranjit Singh who was the Lion of Punjab. The museum displays the Chivalric activities of the Maharaja along with artifacts of battles he fought with the enemies. Special light and sound show is organized by the local authorities that give the real feel of war situation.

Timings: Tuesday to Friday from 10:00 am to 05:00 pm, Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 am to 9:00 pm.

Please note – On Monday the museum remains closed.

Include all the above-mentioned attractions in your Amritsar sightseeing and experience the cultures and traditions of Sikhs. You can even plan your Golden Triangle Tour with Amritsar in which you can explore Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur along with Amritsar.