Amritsar (Punjabi: Amr̥tasara pronounced [əmːˈɾɪtsəɾ] ⓘ;, historically also known as Rāmdāspur and colloquially as Ambarsar, [5] [6] is the second-largest city in the Indian state of Punjab, after Ludhiana. Located in the Majha region, it is a major cultural, transportation and economic centre.

5 days ago · Amritsar is the largest and most important city in Punjab and is a major commercial, cultural, and transportation centre. It is also the centre of Sikhism and the site of the Sikhs’ principal place of worship—the Harmandir Sahib, or Golden Temple.

Mar 6, 2023 · A trip to Amritsar is like striking travel gold. The largest urban area in Punjab, Amritsar is one of India's most deeply spiritual cities. Tens of thousands of devout Sikhs and cultural tourists alike make a pilgrimage to Amritsar every day for one main reason: A visit to the famous Golden Temple.

Amritsar, colloquially known as Ambarsar, is a city steeped in history and spirituality. It stands as a prominent cultural and religious hub in the heart of Punjab, as the second largest city of India. The city is most renowned for the Golden Temple, the holiest shrine in Sikhism.

Amritsar is a vibrant shopping destination, offering everything from traditional Punjabi juttis, phulkari fabrics, and handicrafts at Hall Bazaar to authentic delicacies like papad and wadiyan in the old city markets.

Jun 28, 2020 · Amritsar, the spiritual capital of the Sikh religion, is best known for its landmark Golden Temple (officially called Harmandir Sahib or Darbar Sahib). The city's name comes from the water body surrounding the temple and means "Holy Tank of Nectar of Immortality".

Jul 2, 2021 · Situated in the State’s Majha region in the Amritsar district is the historic city of Amritsar. It is also the State’s 2 nd largest and most important city. Amritsar serves as the principal cultural, commercial, and transportation center of the State of Punjab.

Jan 11, 2025 · Amritsar is the economic capital of Punjab. It is a major tourist centre with nearly a hundred thousand daily visitors. It is home of the Golden Temple, one of Sikhism religion's most spiritually significant and most-visited gurudwaras. The city is also known for Amritsari food.

Next to Golden temple, the city Amritsar is famous for its mouth watering food, and must mention the famous dishes from Punjab. The city has iconic landmarks such as bustling markets, historical monuments and Jallianwala Bagh, a spot where Britons killed innocent citizens in 1919.

Nov 3, 2024 · Amritsar (ਅੰਮ੍ਰਿਤਸਰ) is a holy city in the state of Punjab in India. The name of the city derives from the name of the pool around the Golden Temple (also known as Harmandir Sahib) and means "holy pool of nectar" (Amrit: elixir; Sar: (short for sarovar) lake).