1. Amritsar
The moment you hear Amritsar mentioned, your mind is sure to recall the famous attraction in the land – The Golden temple. This ancient land is home to various shrines and places of historical importance. Here are the top destinations in Amritsar.
- Golden Temple
- Jallianwala Bagh
- Akal Takht
- Tara Taran Sahib
- Maharaja Ranjit Singh Panorama
- Wagah Border
- Maharaja Ranjit Singh Museum
- Rambagh Garden
- Summer Palace of Maharaja Ranjit Singh
- Harike Wetland and Bird Sanctuary
- Khalsa College
- Durgiana Temple
- Bathinda Fort
- Kaiser Bagh Park
2. Chandigarh
Chandigarh is the capital of both Punjab and Haryana. The city is considered the best planned city in the country. It is called ‘The City Beautiful’ and you will sure agree with it once you visit the beautiful city where modernization has not destroyed the natural treasures of the land. Here are the top destinations in Chandigarh.
- The Rock Garden
- Sukhna Lake
- Leisure Valley
- Shanti Kunj
- Morni Hills
- Chhatbir Zoo
- Rose Garden
- Le Corbusier Centre
- Government Museum and Art Gallery
- Sarkaria Cactus Garden
- Timber Trail
- Butterfly Park
- Yadvinder Garden
- Garden of Fragrance
- Chandigarh Botanical Garden and Nature Park
- Mahendra Chaudhary Zoological Park
- Chhatbir Zoo
- Terraced Garden
- International Dolls Museum
3. Jalandhar
Jalandhar, the land that boasts of a rich history is also famous for sports goods. This ancient part of the world, which is mentioned in the epic Mahabharata, has some of the most famous sites of historical importance and religious significance. Here are the top attractions in Jalandhar.
- Imam Nasir Masjid
- Tulsi Mandir
- Shaheed-E-Azam Sardar Bhagat Singh Museum
- Wonderland Theme Park
- Devi Talab Mandir
- Shiv Mandir
- St. Mary’s Cathedral Church
- Pushpa Gujral Science City
- Company Bagh
- Niku Park
- Rangla Punjab Haveli
- Prithvi’s Planet
- Sheetla Mandir
4. Ludhiana
Ludhiana is the largest city in the state. It has its share of historical monuments and religious centers. It is situated closer to the banks of river Sutlej. The land had made a significant contribution during freedom fight. Though not in great numbers, the tourist attractions it has cannot be missed on your tour to Punjab. The important places of Ludhiana include:
- Lodhi Fort
- Rural Heritage Museum
- Tiger Zoo
- Punjab Agricultural University Museum
- Gurudwara Charan Kamal
- Maharaja Ranjit Singh War Museum
- Phillaur Fort
- Nehru Rose Garden
- Deer Park
5. Patiala
The erstwhile princely state, Patiala, is famously referred to as the ‘City of newspapers’. The city has some of the best architecture that reflects the glorious past of the land. It is a blend of Rajput, Punjabi and Mughal cultures. Given below are the top attractions in Patiala.
- Qila Mubarak Complex
- Moti Bagh Palace
- Banur
- Samana
- Baradari Garden
- Sheesh Mahal
- Darbar Hall
- Bir Moti Bagh Sanctuary
- Lachman Jhoola
- Kali Temple
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