Amritsar walking tour & city guide
Home of the Golden Temple.
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Amritsar, in Punjab, is the spiritual center of the Sikh faith and home of the Golden Temple. It is also famous for its hearty Punjabi food and warm hospitality.
The Golden Temple
The Harmandir Sahib, covered in gold, stands in the middle of a sacred pool. It is open to everyone, and its community kitchen, the langar, serves free meals to tens of thousands of people every day. Visit both at dawn and at night, when the temple glows.
History
Jallianwala Bagh is a memorial to the 1919 massacre. The Partition Museum tells the story of 1947. The Wagah border ceremony with Pakistan is a daily spectacle of marching and patriotism.
A day in Amritsar
Visit the Golden Temple at dawn and again at night, when the gold glows on the water. Eat at the langar, the free community kitchen that feeds tens of thousands of people every day, regardless of religion.
Visit Jallianwala Bagh, a memorial to the 1919 massacre, and walk through the old city bazaars. In the afternoon, go to the Wagah border for the flag-lowering ceremony.
Good to know
Cover your head and remove your shoes at the Golden Temple; scarves are provided. Entry is free and open around the clock.
Amritsar is famous for kulcha, a stuffed bread, and lassi. The Wagah ceremony is very popular, so arrive early.
Top sights in Amritsar
- 1
Golden Temple
The holiest Sikh shrine.
- 2
Langar kitchen
Free community meals.
- 3
Jallianwala Bagh
A historic memorial.
- 4
Partition Museum
The story of 1947.
- 5
Wagah border ceremony
A daily border ritual.
Food markets & where to eat in Amritsar
Old city lanes
Kulcha and lassi shops.
Hall Bazaar
Street food and sweets.
Dhabas
Roadside Punjabi eateries.
Food to try in Amritsar
Amritsari kulcha
Stuffed flatbread with chole.
Lassi
A huge, creamy yogurt drink.
Amritsari fish
Spiced fried fish.
Opening hours and prices change often. Please check with each place before you visit.
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