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.

Jan 25, 2025 · Amritsar, city, northern Punjab state, northwestern India. It lies about 15 miles (25 km) east of the border with Pakistan. Amritsar is the largest and most important city in Punjab and is a major commercial, cultural, and transportation centre.

Jun 13, 2023 · Amritsar, a north Indian city of two million people, is famous for many things: delectable cuisine, its historical old town and the spectacular Golden Temple – the most significant shrine of...

Social Impact Assessment (SIA) study for acquisition of approx. 11.12 acres of land of four villages of District Amritsar for constructing mohalke minor canal having approx. Length of 9.75 km and approx. 65 feet width in District Amritsar (Punjab) DC rates from 01-09-2024

Mar 6, 2023 · 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.

1 day ago · AMRITSAR, India (AP) — A U.S. military plane carrying 104 deported Indian migrants arrived in a northern Indian city on Wednesday, the first such flight to the country as part of a crackdown ordered by the Trump administration, airport officials said.. The Indians who returned home had illegally entered the United States over the years and came from various Indian states.

Amritsar – The Golden city of Punjab. Founded in the fifteenth century by Guru Ram Das, the fourth guru of the Sikhs. The heritage city of Amritsar is one of the most spiritually significant and historically rich cities of India.

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".

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).

Dec 3, 2024 · This itinerary for Amritsar will show you how to spend 1 or 2 days in this city. It includes some hidden gems as well!