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Best Places to Visit in Punjab

Punjab is a border state of India shared with Pakistan, and this state has many historical stories to tell. If you are looking for a colorful, extravagant, lively place, go to Punjab. Punjab is famous for its unique Indian culinary art. Punjab is also the land of festivals, dances, and folk songs. You will feel the vibrance of the people and the geography once you visit Punjab. Punjabis wear beautifully embroidered multi-color outfits. They dance and sing once the harvest is over. They run many traditional festivals, and Punjab is very traditional.

Punjab is the place where you will find many fascinating palaces, like Rambagh Palace, Sheesh Mahal, Old Moti Bagh Palace, the Palace of Maharaja Sher Singh, Jagatjit Palace. All of them attract many tourists every year.

Punjab has got many local dialects that people speak at the village level. Some of them are: Doabi, Ghebi, Malwai, Pahari, Shahpuri, Rachnavi, Hindko.

Punjab has got its name from the land of five rivers, they are Beas, Ravi, Satluj, Jhelum, and Chenab.The history of Punjab goes back to the Indus Valley civilization. And, once Punjab region was also called Sapta Sindhu, means the land of seven rivers. One can easily see many architectural and art remains of different rulers ruled the region including Mauryas, Kushans, Nandas, Guptas, Gandharas, Hindu Shahis, and Palas.

In Punjab there are many forts one can, some known forts are Gobindgarh Fort, Bathinda Fort, Bahadurgarh Fort, Ludhiana Fort, Qila Mubarak, Maharaja Ranjit Singh Fort, Phillaur Fort.

Besides Sikh Gurudwaras Punjab has got many hindu temples, like Durgiana Temple, Mata Lal Devi Temple, Sri Ram Tirath Temple, Julfa Mata Temple, Jayanti Devi Temple, and Mukteshwar Mahadev Temple.

Punjab was invaded by many foreign invaders throughout the history, they include Alexander the Great, Turks, Scythians, and Afghans.

Roka, Chunni Chadhai, Mangni/Sagai, and Kangna Bandhana are a few of the wedding ceremonies taking place.

Many art and artifacts have been exhibited in different famous museums in Punjab. The most popular museum here you can visit are Maharaja Ranjit Singh Museum, Sanghol Museum, Anglo-Sikh War Memorial, Hoshiarpur Government Museum, Art Gallery at Shish Mahal, Master Teg Bahadur Museum, Sports Museum, and Partition Museum.

Punjabi literature is rich in Sufi music and ghazals.

  • The Golden Temple is the most coveted place in Punjab, it has artistic, architectural, cultural, and historic importance. Its dome and the lake, called Amrit Sarovar, are famous, and this place invites thousands of devotees and tourists every year.
  • Patiala-If you are interested in exploring historical places in the 18th and 19th centuries of Punjab, then visit Patiala. Here you’ll find palaces, forts, and other old traditional art and architecture. Moti Bagh Palace, Sheesh Mahal, Qila Mubarak are a few of them.
  • Visit Jalian Vallah Bagh, a historical place where many freedom fighters were brutally killed in 1919. A memorial was erected here and it has now become one of the most visited tourist spots in Punjab.
  • At Kila Raipur, the Olympic land of animals, being the farming state of India and once upon a time, the granary of India, animals were given a lot of importance and treated with respect, given equal space, and made part of people's lives. Bullocks, mules, dogs, camels, and other animals compete here every year. This place is called the "Olympic Land" of the village.
  • Wagah border is where the flag-lowering ceremony is held at the border post between India and Pakistan. Most of the people who visit here are Indians who are curious about the border and military ceremonies. Religious people are also welcomed here.
  • Sheesh, Mahal-where a museum exists and more than 3,000 Medals belong to the 12th century you can see here. The Mughal culture is reflected in the architecture of this museum.
  • Anandpur sahib offers the beauty and fervour of religious reflection. In many ways, architecture and religion meet here.
  • Goindwal Sahib is another gurdwara and religious tourism is very popular here. Thousands of devotees visit this place every year.
  • Pushpa Gujral Science City is where many valuable aspects of science have been covered.
  • One can also shop at Hall Bazaar, and visit Goindwal Baoli, Pinjore Garden, Ranjit Sagar Dam, and Harike Wetland & Bird Sanctuary. These are one of the most popular tourist locations in Punjab.

The rich flavor of Punjabi food makes it unique. You will find vast lands of agro-land turned golden when the harvesting season comes. Without lassi, there is no Punjab and its traditional food is very heavy for the stomach too.

Food in Punjab:

  • Chicken
  • Lassi
  • Cholebature
  • Shakar Para
  • Paratha
  • Dal makhani
  • Amritsari fish

Traditional products for shopping in Punjab:

  • Phulkaris
  • Shawls
  • Jutties
  • Leather garments
  • Paintings

Dances in Punjab:

  • Bhangra
  • Giddha
  • Jhoomer
  • Malawi
  • Julli
  • Sammi
  • Jaago

Songs in Punjab:

  • Jugni
  • Mahia
  • Tappe
  • Jindua
  • Dhola
  • Kafian
  • Dohre
  • Bolian
  • Sadda
  • Jhokan

Fairs and festivals in Punjab:

  • Lohri: – Winter Harvest Festival
  • Baisakhi – Harvest Festival Of Punjab
  • Hola Mohalla – Soak In Spiritual Vibes
  • Karwa Chauth – Celebrate The Marital Bond
  • Basant Panchmi—Marks The Onset Of Spring
  • Teeyan – Marks The Arrival Of Monsoon
  • Chappar Mela – Cultural Fair
  • Jor Mela – Congregation for Religious Purposes
  • Tikka: Celebrating Sibling-hood
  • Gurupurab—A Colorful Sikh Festival

Fairs in Punjab:

  • Mela Maghi Maghi
  • The Sangrur Heritage Festival
  • Bhatinda Virasat Mela
  • Sufi Festival in Amritsar
  • Kapurthala Heritage Festival

How to travel in Punjab?

  • By Air
  • By Train
  • By Road

When you plan to visit Punjab, it is advisable to consult an experienced travel planner to make your journey, accommodation, and food very comfortable and memorable. OWN HOLIDAY CLUB is one of the most popular travel management companies in India to consult for a holiday trip to Punjab.

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