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5 Days in Amritsar: A Journey of Serenity and History

Anuj Gupta

Anuj Gupta

31 Dec 2023

Embark on a captivating adventure through the vibrant city of Amritsar, where spirituality meets history. Discover the sacred Golden Temple, delve into the tragic past at Jallianwala Bagh, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of Punjab. Get ready for an unforgettable experience!

Trip to Amritsar

Day 1Temples and Tranquility
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$5

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$ 1

Shri Durgiana Temple
Hindu temple in the middle of a sacred lake, with a gilded dome & ornate silver gates.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$3
6 - 8 min

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Akal Takht
Waterside 'takht' (seat of power), founded in 1606 and one of the Sikh religon's most sacred sites.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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$3
8 - 12 min

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Golden Temple Plaza
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Day 2Divine Serenity and Sacrifice
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$3

Sri Harmandir Sahib
Central worship place for Sikhs around the world, built from white marble overlaid with gold leaf.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
10 - 15 min

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Martyrs Well
Martyrs' well & statue amid landscaped gardens commemorating victims of Jallianwala Bagh massacre.
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$3
Day 3Remembrance and Cultural Delights
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$13

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$ 1

Jallianwala Bagh
Public garden with a memorial, in the shape of an eternal flame, to the massacre of 13 April 1919.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$3
20 - 24 min

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Sadda Pind Amritsar
Casual hotel in a living museum of a traditional Punjabi village, with dining & cultural activities.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$10
Day 4Spiritual Retreat and Heroic Tales
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$10

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$ 2

BHAGWAN VALMIKI ASHRAM TIRATH STHAL
Ornate Hindu temple built on stilts over a pond, featuring a museum & a gilded statue of Valmiki.
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
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$3
22 - 27 min

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Punjab State War Heros' Memorial and Museum
Museum charting battle history from antiquity to 1999 in 8 halls & a 148-ft.-tall sword memorial.
9:15 AM - 10:45 AM
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$5
9 - 11 min

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Gurudwara Chheharta Sahib
Expansive complex featuring a domed temple with tiled interiors, plus a pond & dining facilities.
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
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$3
Day 5Unveiling History and Heritage
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$20

The Partition Museum - Amritsar District, Punjab, India
History museum chronicling 1947 partition of India & Pakistan through photos, documents & artifacts.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$8
2 - 3 min

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Amritsar Heritage Walk & Golden Temple Tour
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$13

Budget breakdown: $53 In total

Activities & Food:$50
Transport:$3