Golden Temple: Amritsars Favorite Place
Golden Temple: Amritsars Favorite Place
History
Golden Temple was destroyed and invaded several times by the Afghans and other intruders. Initially, Golden Temple was under the charge of Bhai Mani Singh Ji. After his death in 1737, Massa Ranghar, the famous Kotwal of Amrtsar took charge of this place. He converted this place into a civil court and began to hold scratch parties. Later, two warriors, Sukha Singh and Mahtab Singh, murdered Massa Ranghar. The committee decided to convert this place in to a holy place. The construction work was started under the guidance of Guru Arjun Sahib and several well-known Sikh personalities like Bhai Gurdas Ji, Bhai Sahlo ji Bhai Budha ji and many more dedicated Sikhs assisted him.
Unlike, the traditional Hindu temples where there is only one gate for entrance and exit, Golden Temple is open from four sides. This place is accessible for every person irrespective of creed, caste, religion and sex. Golden Temple is a vital place in Sikhism and people revere it a lot.
Tourist Places
Other than the Golden temple, there are several tourist attractions in Amritsar. You can begin your journey from Durgiana Temple; this temple is popularly known as the Lakshmi Narain Temple. This temple was built in the third decade of the 20th century. This is the best place to get peace of mind. Besides this, you can also visit the Wagah Border. This is an international border between India and Pakistan. Every evening, “Change of Guard” within a handshaking distance of Indian and Pakistani forces takes place. This is popularly known as the Beating the Retreat ceremony. This border is situated right in between Amritsar and Lahore.
Another famous tourist destination in Amritsar is Jallian Wala Bagh. This is a memorial place of more than 2000 Indians who were killed by the British commander Gen. Michael o”Dyer on 13th April 1919. All these people were gathered to participate in a peaceful public meeting. This incident was one of the major incidents in the history of India’s freedom struggle.
Fairs and Festivals
Punjab is famous for its wealthy culture and owing to that, there are a number of fairs and festivals that are celebrated here. The most important one is the Lohri. Another one is Baisakhi which is celebrated with full zeal by the Sikhs all over India. Guru Purab is celebrated to pay homage to their Gurus in the month of November and January. Other fair is the Ram Tirath Fair, which is place for the people to interact with each other and remember their age-old traditions.
Culture
Amritsar has massively contributed to the Sikh culture, literature and folk culture. This place has gives huge standards to the Punjabi language. Every Sikh festival is celebrated on a massive scale in this part of the world. The Punjabi cuisine is delight for the food lovers. You can enjoy kababs, Makki ki roti, saag, lassi and such similar stuff that is popularly available in every small and big restaurant of Amritsar.
Amritsar is a mirror of the culture of Punjab and Golden Temple is the place that has a magnetic effect on the tourists.
| Tour Days | Tour Program |
| Tour Day 01 | Arrive Delhi On arrival at Delhi airport or railway station, our representative will be waiting for you with a sign board bearing your name and you will be transferred to the hotel. Rest of the day is at your leisure. Stay overnight at the hotel in Delhi. |
| Tour Day 02 | City Tour of Delhi This morning after breakfast first you will visit old Delhi. The Raj Ghat, Red fort & Jama Masjid are important places to visit, you may also visit Chandni Chowk, spice market etc. Later on proceed to visit the New Delhi. The Qutub Minar, tallest stone tower in India, imposing India Gate and the Rastrapathi Bhawan, Laxmi Narayan Temple, Lotus Temple and, newly built Akshardham temple are of much significance. By evening return to your hotel for overnight stay. |
| Tour Day 03 | Delhi to Agra This morning after breakfast you will drive to Mughal city Agra and check into your hotel. Enroot you may also visit Mathura-the birth place of Lord Krishana. This afternoon visit the Agra fort, built by the great Emperor Akbar, and the famous Taj Mahal-the symbol of love, built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. You may also visit Dayal Bagh. By evening return to your hotel for overnight stay. |
| Tour Day 04 | Agra to Jaipur This morning after breakfast you will drive to the pink city of Jaipur, enroute you will visit the Fatehpur Sikri, the deserted red sandstone city built by the Mughal Emperor Akbar. On arrival check into your hotel and rest of the day is at leisure. Stay overnight at hotel in Jaipur. |
| Tour Day 05 | Jaipur City Tour This morning after breakfast visit the Amber fort, built in 16th century, enjoy an elephant ride at Amber. Drive past the Hawa Mahal-a Palace of winds. In the afternoon you will visit the city palace and museum, walk to adjacent Jantar Mantar an astronomical observatory. Rest of the evening is at leisure. Stay overnight at hotel in Jaipur. |
| Tour Day 06 | Jaipur to Delhi to Amritsar Today you will be transferred back to Delhi and transfer to railway station to board the train to Amritsar. On arrival at Amritsar station, pick up and transfer to hotel. Overnight at hotel. |
| Tour Day 07 | Visit to Golden Temple & Train to Delhi Today you will visit the famous Golden Temple and by evening transfer to railway station to board the train to Delhi. On arrival at Delhi station, pick up and transfer to hotel. Overnight at hotel. |
| Tour Day 08 | Transfer to International Airport Today you will be transferred to Airport to board your onward flight. |
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Hotels to be provided: |
| Valid from 1st October 2010 to 31st March 2011, (Except 20th December 2010 to 05th January 2011) |
| City | Number of Nights | Standard Hotels | Deluxe Hotels | Luxury Hotels |
| Delhi | 3 | Hotel Karat 87 | Hotel Florence Inn | Hotel The Park |
| Agra | 1 | Hotel Royale Residency | Hotel Amar | Hotel Clarks Shiraz |
| Jaipur | 2 | Hotel Glitz | Hotel Mandawa Haveli | Hotel Park Prime |
| Amritsar | 1 | Hotel C J International | Hotel Ritz Plaza | M K Hotel |
| Cost for a single Person traveling alone. | US$ 705 | US$ 925 | US$ 1955 | |
| Cost per person on twin sharing basis. | US$ 430 | US$ 555 | US$ 1155 | |
| Group Rates | On request | On request | On request | |
| Valid from 1st April 2011 to 30th September 2011 |
| Cost for a single Person traveling alone. | US$ 620 | US$ 855 | US$ 1875 | |
| Cost per person on twin sharing basis. | US$ 405 | US$ 515 | US$ 1055 | |
| Group Rates | On request | On request | On request | |
