Amritsar, the spiritual heart of Punjab, is home to the revered Sri Harmandir Sahib (Golden Temple), patriotic history, and world-famous Punjabi cuisine.
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Day 1 Morning: Golden Temple Sanctum & Langar Experience
Walk around the holy Amrit Sarovar lake, enter the golden sanctum, and participate in Guru Ram Das Langar, serving 100,000 free meals daily.
Day 1 Afternoon & Evening: Jallianwala Bagh & Wagah Border
Pay respects at historic Jallianwala Bagh, then travel 30 km to Wagah Border for the high-energy Beating Retreat ceremony.
Day 2 Morning: Partition Museum & Gobindgarh Fort
Explore the moving exhibits at the world's first Partition Museum in Town Hall, followed by 7D shows at Maharaja Ranjit Singh's Gobindgarh Fort.
Day 2 Afternoon: Legendary Amritsari Food Walk
Feast on crispy butter-drenched Amritsari Kulcha at Ashok Kumar Kulchewala, creamy lassi at Ahuja, and jalebis at Gurdasram.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time to visit the Golden Temple?
Visit at dawn (4:00 AM) for Palki Sahib ceremony or late evening when gold domes light up.
How to reach Wagah Border from Amritsar city?
Wagah Border is 30 km away; shared taxis and AC buses depart from near Golden Temple around 2:30 PM.