Exploring The Rich History And Culture Of Punjab Through Its Heritage Sites

INTRODUCTION

The places to visit in Punjab starts with the holy city of Amritsar which is home to many temples and shrines. One of the oldest and most important is Harmandir Sahib, which houses the Golden Temple (also known as Darbar Sahib). The complex includes an Akal Takhat (highest seat of Sikh religion), a gurdwara (temple) and a mosque. More info about places to visit in punjab with family.

Fort Gobindgarh is a one-of-a-kind place to visit due to its marvellous appearance.  Prince Nau Nihal Singh, the grandson of Maharaja Ranjit Singh, was married in a lavish ceremony at the fort in 1837. The watch tower of the fort was fifty metres tall and was built in 1874. After India gained independence, the Indian Army later destroyed it.

Maharaja Ranjit Singh Museum Amritsar: The museum has exhibits on Sikh weapons and armour, miniature paintings, portraits of past Sikh rulers, costumes and textiles, manuscripts and rare books. The museum also houses an extensive collection of books written by noted writers such as Guru Teg Bahadur and Bhagat Singh who have left an indelible mark on our country’s history through their writings.

Qila Mubarak: Qila Mubarak was built in 1577. The fort has three-storey towers, of which the tallest is named after Sher Shah Suri. A well-maintained garden called Hazuri Bagh is located inside the fort premises. The architecture of the complex reflects Mughal style with elements from traditional Hindu architecture. It was built by Ranjit Singh in 1783, after he took over the Punjab region from Ahmed Shah Abdali. The building has nine squares and a central dome that symbolizes India’s spiritual identity as well as its unity.

The Jallianwala Bagh memorial: Jallianwala Bagh is a public garden in Amritsar, India. It was built in 1971 to commemorate the incident in 1919 when British forces killed hundreds of unarmed people who had gathered in a public square for a peaceful protest. The memorial is located close to Jallianwala Bagh Square, where on 13 April 1919 thousands of unarmed civilians had gathered to peacefully protest against British rule.

The Sunehri Masjid: Built by Ranjit Singh in 1775, stands at one end of the square; statues of Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev and Rajguru are located at the other end. It is located next to Akal Takht Sahib inside Harmandir Sahib complex. It was built just outside Amritsar’s Lohgarh Gate wall.

Conclusion

So this is just a little taste of what Punjab has to offer in terms of history and culture. You can visit these locations for yourself and experience the rich history of Punjab for yourself. Get a more info about places to visit in Punjab.