Punjab tourist places: All about intriguing history and gorgeous views

Do you wish to explore a place with a strong cultural foundation and historical backing? If yes, Punjab is definitely a must-visit for you. With an interesting history, majestic monuments, and divinely prestigious gurudwaras, this state will amaze you like never before. Here you get to immerse yourself in spirituality and nature, which is certainly our foremost priority today. Here are 5 tourist attractions in Punjab that are all set to welcome you:

Amritsar

Amritsar plays a pivotal role in preserving and portraying the true spirituality and culture of the Sikhs, making it one of the best places in Punjab. The major credit for that goes to the truly divine, Golden temple. Apart from checking off your bucket list of witnessing the Golden temple with bare eyes, you can expect some lip-smacking authentic Punjabi food here. You can start with authentic parathas loaded with butter and a tall glass of lassi for the win. Fresh Amritsari Kulche can wait till lunchtime. One of the best times to visit this holy city is during the Baisakhi festival, when the hearts are full with zest and excitement. If you are not there during the festival, don’t worry; there are still tons of spots that will welcomes you at all times of the year. Jallianwala Bagh and Wagah Border are two such places. When you visit these places, you’ll get acquainted with their compelling history. After a day of thoroughly exploring the city, ending it with shopping for vibrant-coloured clothes and Juttis, is an option you should consider. And the best part about a trip to Amritsar is that you can stay at one of the best hotels, Bloom Hotels Amritsar and feel at home even when you are away. rest and re-energize Bloom Hotels Amritsar has its doors open for you. Be assured of clean rooms and delicious food while you are here.

Chandigarh

If we describe Chandigarh in one line, it would be ‘A city that has tradition written all over it but with a side of modernism and swag’. This clean and urbanized city ranks number one when it comes to listing out the planned cities in India. You can easily plan your trip to Chandigarh as it is quite accessible from the capital city, Delhi. That’s a major reason why Chandigarh experiences countless footfalls and is a popular tourist attraction in Punjab. Coming to the highlights of the city, boating your way through the Sukhna Lake and traversing the Rock Garden, which boasts of housing a valley and a garden of roses, are the major ones. The leisure valley you’ll find here isn’t just another valley; it’s an 8 Km long park with a massive rose garden. Owing to its uniqueness, locals and tourists both love spending time here. Those with a historical bent of mind might like to visit museum, Capitol Complex. Pinjore gardens and the Government Museum and Art Gallery are a few other spots that should be on your itinerary.

Pathankot

With its borders close to Himachal Pradesh and Jammu & Kashmir, Pathankot is another exceptional place to visit in Punjab. A rush of freshness of the rich greenery is the foremost thing you’ll notice as you enter the city. Also, Pathankot is a dominant part of Indian history, making it a go-to for history fanatics. To dig in and learn about the city’s past, you should explore Nurpur and Shahpurkandi Fort. After enlightening yourself with knowledge, you can also seek blessings at the prestigious Mukteshwar Temple or Ashapurni Temple. Moving ahead and spending time at Ranjit Sagar dam while embracing its incomparable views are must-do in Pathankot. A trip is always incomplete without shopping for some of the local items. Here you can buy top-notch Punjabi suits from the street shops or visit the famous Novelty Mall, which is home to many high-end stores.

Pro Tip- Plan your trip around Lohri or Baisakhi festival to experience the city's full swing and be a part of the festivities with an open heart.

Ludhiana

Ludhiana is a unique blend of rural and urban culture, encircled by mammoth lush green farms. It is a heroic character in the list of Punjab’s tourist places for everything it offers. Some of Ludhiana’s precious monuments like Gurudwara Shri Manji Sahib Alamgir and the Lodhi Fort, have a fascinating history. Such monuments represent the city in a raw and true light, just like it has been through the past decades. To witness some historical remains and extracts, a quick walkthrough of the Punjab agricultural university museum or Maharaja Ranjit Singh War Museum is all you need. For those who like to observe wildlife, Tiger zoo or Deer park is open for you. Ludhiana is children’s favorite destination too. Why? Because it houses fun-filled amusement parks–F2 Raceway and Hardy’s World. If you are here around January-February, you cannot miss the extremely famous Rural Olympics, which takes place at Qila Raipur. Wait, we’ve reserved the best spot for the last–Kalyan Nagar and Akal Market. They have a wide collection of quality woollen and hosiery. Get ready to fill your heart and bags with love from Ludhiana!

Patiala

Do you like to visit places that are historically rich, culturally strong, and architecturally pleasing? If yes, Patiala is the right choice for you. Nestled in the southeast of Punjab, Patiala has its traditions alive even today. Well, that is a major reason for being one of the most preferred Punjab places to visit for tourists from all across the country. Starting off with exploring the monuments with Mughal, Rajput, and Sikh, inspired architecture will give you a glimpse of its tales from the past. Moving ahead on your itinerary and beholding old-world charm at the Moti Bagh Palace is a sight to cherish forever. Next, you should head to the beautiful Palace of Mirrors(Sheesh Mahal). Now it's time to bow your head at Gurudwara Dukhniwaran Sahib and make the best of the healing water there. With a content heart, you can explore Baradari Garden to know what colonial structures look like. Or how about saying hello to Hog deer and Chital at the Bir Moti Bagh Wildlife Sanctuary? Sounds good. It is always a pleasure to have an exciting vacation in a city like Patiala.

If we got you excited to participate in bhangra and shake your booty doing Gidda after enjoying a tall glass of lassi, plan your trip to Punjab and witness the magnamity of Punjabi traditions and its people.