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Cities in Punjab

Punjab is renowned as one of the most flourishing states of India. Being a land of rich cultural history, it’s a treasure trove for passionate tourists. The cities of Punjab are well suited for producing various food crops, fruits and vegetables. The list of main cities in Punjab is very long.

Amritsar:

Amritsar is renowned for Sikh history and culture, trade center and is also the doorway for tourist’s coming to India through Pakistan. In addition to this, the city is well likable for Golden Temple and the Jallianwala Massacre. The tourists all over the world are very inquisitive to know about the Jallianwala Bagh story where numerous people were shot dead by General Dyer.

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Kapurthala:

Those who have taste for architecture, Kapurthala is a place for them which is popular for beautiful palaces and buildings. The Kanji Lake is a complete picnic spot for the city visitors.

Katarpur:

Kartarpur was set up by the 5th Seer of Sikhism. One can easily read the handwritten copy of Sri Guru Granth Sahib compiled and edited by Guru Arjan Dev Ji. Kartarpur is the famous for the manufacturing of quality world furniture

Like all the above three cities, Jalandhar, Ludhiana and Patiala are also the major cities of Punjab. Jalandhar is a well likable place by sports lovers and presently, this oldest city of Punjab is internationally renowned for the sports goods and for the landmarks attached with Hindu religion.


Ludhiana

Like Jalandhar, Ludhiana is well likable for many reasons. The famous PAU is situated here. It is a matter of great proud that the city is the textile center of India, occupies a large grain market and above all Hero Bicycles is based here.

Patiala

Patiala is well-known for its palaces, sports, cuisines, fashion ware and Museums.

Hoshiarpur:

For budding astrologers and music lovers, Hoshiarpur is the appropriate place to visit as it has a famous Bhrigusamhita system of Astrology, Vedic research institute, musical instruments and archaeological museums.

The journey to Punjab would be incomplete until and unless one visits Chandigarh- the capital city of Punjab and Haryana. The capital city has derived its name from Chandi Mandir which is located nearby Panchkula district of Haryana. The city is said to be the Mecca of contemporary architecture all over the world and is well known for high standard of living and high per capita income.

Go, buy tickets and be ready to explore Punjab which is all set to mesmerize you with its riches and ancient monuments.