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Amritsar

A bustling city with an indomitable spirit, Amritsar holds one of the holiest of Sikh ethos at its heart - the Golden Temple. Covered in 400 kg of gold and surrounded by a serene sarovar (pond), one is immediately swamped by the humbling sight of the glistening structure, which is also home to one of the biggest community kitchens (langar) in the country that serves about 20,000 people a day. Though visitors often make a beeline for the temple, the old-world charm of the city slowly sneaks up on them, making them fall in love with a city that buzzes with spirited and lively nuances. Be it the bullet-ridden walls of Jallianwala Bagh or the energetically charged scene of the Wagah Border.

Golden Temple

Temple Guard

Amritsar Sunset

Jallianwala Bagh Monument

India Pakistan border

Golden Temple at Night

Moreover, the city is known for its food pilgrimage that is undertaken in its frenetic and fantastic bazaars that win you over with their diversity and vibrancy. From an array of dishes like butter-drenched paranthas (Indian flatbread), creamy lassi (a drink made of yoghurt), dahi-balla and aloo-tikki (deep-fried savouries), the city's food is rife with flavours and aromas. However, what makes travelling to the city truly unforgettable is the warmth of its people.
Amritsar gets its name from the holy tank called Amrit Sarovar, meaning pool of nectar, which surrounds the Golden Temple. Legend has it that the fourth guru of the Sikh faith, Guru Ram Das, founded the city around 1574 AD. 

 

Amritsar Holidays

Foothills of the Himalayas

  • Delhi
  • Amritsar
  • Dharamshala
  • Pragpur
  • Shimla
  • Visit Holy Amritsar
  • Explore the British Raj in Shimla
  • Experience the serenity of Dharamshala home of the Dalai Lama
  • View the Himalayan Mountains

11 Nights from £2475pp

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Amritsar Hotels

Below is a selection of the Amritsar hotel we offer on our India holidays. If the hotel you would like is not listed, just give us a call.

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