Punjab, is famous for being called the ‘land of rivers,’ is a state that resides in the northwestern part of the Indian subcontinent. People from all over the world have a thing for the Punjabi culture, tradition, food, and the places to visit in Punjab. Drawing its association with one of the largest civilizations of the world, the land of Punjab is quite fertile and is also known for its religious diversity. Every year, Punjab witnesses a great quantum of tourists from both the country and abroad owing to various reasons.
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Some have a thing for travel, others wish to explore the rich culture of Punjab, a handful have a love for the Punjabi food and phulkari, a few of them want to get a first-hand experience of the big-hearted hosts that the Punjabis are and some wish to turn the pages of history by witnessing the places which are associated with the freedom struggle and are located in Punjab, India.
Best Tourist Places in Punjab
There have been times when people visit Punjab, they tend to visit all the famous places but still miss out on the overall idea that abides by Punjab’s authenticity. Hence, we’ve tried to include everything you need in the name of the tourist places in Punjab.
Don’t Miss These Best Places in Amritsar
The talk of Punjab is incomplete without the mention of Amritsar in it, and this is one of the reasons why it tops the list of places to visit in Punjab. The Sikh religion has a major connection with this city in Punjab, and apart from this, the place welcomes all people with open arms. Hearing the name of Amritsar, you’ll definitely get a flash of Shree Harmandir Sahib (Golden Temple) as well as the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre, which have great historical importance. Apart from this, the great show put up by the army at the Wagah Border is no less than a treat to the eyes. Some other places where you can visit in Amritsar are:
- Akal Takht
- Taran Taran Sahib
- Maharaja Ranjit Singh Taronama
- Maharaja Ranjit Singh Museum
- Rambagh Garden
- Harike Wetland and Bird Sanctuary
- Durgiana temple
- Bathinda Fort
- Kaiser Bagh Park
Best Places in Jalandhar To Visit
Moving a little back from Amritsar resides the place of Jalandhar. Apart from having a rich share in the historic contribution, Jalandhar is also famous for many sports. Surprisingly, not many know that Jalandhar finds its mention in the Hindu epic, the Mahabharata as well. Talking about Jalandhar, Kapurthala cannot be missed, which is also located a few kilometers from Jalandhar. So, while exploring these places in Punjab, you must try to pay a visit to the following:
- Devi Talab Mandir
- Company Bagh
- Pushpa Gujral Science City
- Rangla Punjab Haveli
- Niku Park
- Prithvi’s Planet
- Nihal Palace
- Kanjli Wetland
- Shalimar Garden
- The Jagatjit Palace
- State Gurudwara
Patiala is a must-visit place in Punjab
Often known as the city of newspapers or the Royal City, Patiala is known for some of the best examples of architecture, which well complements the glory which is associated with this city in Punjab. Interestingly, Patiala has to offer a mix of cultures belonging to the Rajputs, the Punjabis as well as the Mughal culture. The days like Vaisakhi have a rich celebration which is worth witnessing. So, when you step on the land of Patiala, here are some places you can consider visiting:
- Qila Mubarak Complex
- Moti Bagh Palace
- Dukh Nivaran Gurudwara
- Sheesh Mahal
- Darbar Hall
- Bir Moti Bagh Sanctuary
- Kali Mata Temple
- Baradari Garden
Punjab is Never Complete Without Bathinda
Moving forward with the list of tourist attractions in Punjab, Bathinda cannot be forgotten. Kareena Kapoor’s infamous dialogue ‘Sikhni hoon main Bhatinda Ki’ in the Bollywood movie ‘Jab We Met’ surely dropped a will in most of her and Bollywood fans, to at least visit Bathinda once in their lifetime. Apart from this, Bathinda is known to be one of the oldest cities of Punjab, and it is also known that certain monuments that have been found in this place belong to 3000 BC. As per the historic connection, Bathinda is the place where the Sikh Guru Shri Guru Gobind Singh Ji challenged the Mughals and fought against them very bravely. Hence, once you plan a visit to Bathinda, the following places should be on your visit:
- The Bathinda fort
- The Qila Mubarak
- Bathinda lake
- Bathinda Zoological Park
- Lakhi Jungle
- Bir Talab Zoo
- Chetak Park
- Dhobhi Bazar
City Beautiful Can’t Be Skipped
Talking about the places to visit in Punjab, the whole idea looks and more importantly, feels incomplete without the mention of the City Beautiful – Chandigarh. Justifying the phrase that is mentioned to it, Chandigarh is no less than a paradise, all thanks to its scenic beauty. Chandigarh is home to the Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER) as well as the Punjab University (PU).
But, not only Chandigarh, but the two other cities attached to it are worth exploring. These are Panchkula and Mohali. Collectively, it is called Tri-city. Also, Mohali has been renamed after the eldest son of Shri Guru Gobind Singh Ji. His name was Sahibzada Ajit Singh. Mohali has been named as Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, which is SAS Nagar. Both Chandigarh and Mohali are emerging IT hubs.
So, while on a trip to Tri-city, here are a few places to visit, enjoy, explore as well as an experiment:
- Sukhna Lake
- Mansa Devi Temple
- Gurudwara Shri Nada Sahib
- Punjab Cricket Association Stadium
- Rose Garden
- Rock Garden
- International Doll Museum
- Chattbir Zoo
- Morni Hills
- Timber Trail
- Butterfly Park
- Mahendra Chaudhary Zoological Park
- Chandigarh Botanical Garden and Nature Park
- Government Museum and Art Gallery
- Le Corbusier Centre
Cities like Ludhiana and Pathankot are also great places in Punjab when you feel like exploring the depth of the state. Also, every place will have something new to offer to you; however, the integrity of the people will remain the same. Sticking to the idea of ‘Ji Aayan Nu,’ which means that every guest is treated and worshipped like God, you’ll experience a similar thing, wherever you go in Punjab. In the end, you’ll return with a tearful eye but with a bag full of memories, love, and affection. Chances are that you might carry those extra inches too, all thanks to the different food items dipped in pure desi ghee, which will be served to you.
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