punjab travel |
Facts And Figures |
Area |
19445 sq mi |
Capital |
Chandigarh |
Population |
24,289,296 |
Languages |
Punjabi |
Airports |
Adampur, Amritsar, Bathinda, Halwara, Ludhiana, Pathankot, Patiala. |
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tourist attractions |
Golden Temple |
It is a highly revered religious building, with a dome covered with gold. It is a holy shrine for the Sikhs but people from various other religions also drop in here to catch a glimpse of this holy place. The temple is exquisitely adorned with intricate designs and carvings. It is a must-see site if you plan to travel to Punjab. |
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Wagah |
This is the border between India and Pakistan and lies on the Grand Trunk Road. The "lowering of the flags" ceremony is performed here every evening. The event may seem quite hostile but is actually a show put up by the sentries as part of the rehearsed entertainment.
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Ludhiana |
It is one of the most important towns of the state and is home to a number of attractions. For the shopping enthusiasts, it is a dream destination as it houses a number of fine shopping malls offering a wide variety of apparels. The Punjab Agricultural University is a globally famous university that conducts a fair called Kisan Mela ( Farmer's fair ) each year.
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Other's Cities |
Golden Temple |
Wagah |
Ludhiana |
Qila Mubarak |
Art Gallery at Sheesh Mahal |
Sukhna Lake |
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