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Golden Temple

With its magnificent beauty, the iconic history of the Golden Temple dates back to 400 years. It is the most significant shrine in Sikhism. Whenever you visit the Golden Temple, do not miss the langar. The langar feeds a minimum of 40,000 people every day. During weekends and holidays, the number goes up to 1,00,000.

Location: Golden Temple Rd, Atta Mandi, Katra Ahluwalia, Amritsar, Punjab 143006

Entry Fee: This holy place has no entry fees.

Timing: Monday to Sunday 3 AM to 11 PM

Best time to visit: Nighttime is the best time to visit the Golden Temple as the temple and the complex turns into a golden area. Also, the Winter Season is the best time to visit the Golden Temple as the temperature is suitable and pleasant.

Harike Wetland And Bird Sanctuary
Believed to be one of the larger man-made wetlands, Harike Wetland and Bird Sanctuary is located on the border of Tam Taran Sahib district. It covers a land area of 4100 hectares and spreads over the prominent cities of Amritsar, Kapurthala and Ferozepur.

The major striking feature of this wetland is the Harike Lake which attracts a flock of tourists to this place along with a bird sanctuary. A paradise for bird watchers and nature lovers, this wetland is one of the most exciting places to visit in Punjab to spot many exotic and endangered birds.

Some of the popular birds and fauna found here include crested pochard, river dolphin, smooth coated otter, Indian wild boar etc. It is also hailed as Ramsar Site by the International Body of Wetlands under the UNDP in the year 1990. You can take permission from the forest department to visit this gorgeous lake and enjoy the beautiful panoramas.

Highlights: Birdwatching, wildlife, nature etc.

Location: Harike Wetlands, Amritsar, Punjab.
Ropar Wetlands
Also famous as Ropar Lake, it is a man-made lake which is built on River Sutlej. It is one of the prominent places to see in Punjab for enjoying activities like bird watching and boating. A nature lover’s respite, this tourist spot is managed by the Punjab Tourism Development Corporation.

The lake is home to more than 250 varieties of migratory birds from all over the world. Moreover, you can spot many endangered species here like python, scaly anteater and turtle Chitra indica. The area surrounding the lake has been made into a tourism complex and called “Pinccassia”.

Sprawling over an area of 1365 hectares, this freshwater lake is an ideal getaway from the hubbub of cities to appreciate wildlife and nature. It is famous for being one of the 21 Ramsar sites in India as stated by the Ramsar Convention due to its rich biodiversity.

Highlights: Wildlife, nature, birdwatching, boating etc.

Location: Ropar, near Chandigarh, Punjab.

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ADESH SHARMA
Reviewed: 30 Jun 2022
5.0/5
It was marvellous’ joyful experience n best of the trips ever had with family’ Hope to visit again soon 
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JASPREET KAUR
Reviewed: 25 Jun 2022
5.0/5
FANTASTIC.WE ENJOYED A LOADS.EXCELLENT PLACE.EXCELLENT FOOD.
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JYOTI SINGH
Reviewed: 06 Sep 2022
5.0/5
We all enjoy this trip too much lovely experience and lovely memories we collected 😘😘😘❤️❤️
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Satpal Goyal
Reviewed: 08 Apr 2023
5.0/5
Everything is good
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Sarabjeet Hundal
Reviewed: 26 Jun 2023
5.0/5
Overall nice representation of pind life and our beautiful culture
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Civilian Aman
Reviewed: 27 Jun 2022
5.0/5
Great overall
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