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Golden Temple Tour Package

The popularly known Golden Temple is also called Sri Darbar Sahib. It is one of the most visited Sikh pilgrimage sites in India.
The land was bought by Guru Ram Das Sahib from local zamindars and was assisted by other prominent Sikh personalities. A Golden Temple tour package will feel your heart with calmness and spirituality. The temple is built around a pool called Amrit Sarovar and is famous for its most substantial community kitchen or langer.

A trip to the Golden Temple is a must for any religious faith, and it instills a spirit of universal brotherhood. The temple is open from 4 am to 11 pm, and there is no entry fee. If you are a tourist looking to go to a religious site, a visit to the Golden Temple is a must for you.

The temple gives you bliss, and the memory of the visit will last a lifetime. If you are planning a trip to Amritsar, don't forget to visit the mesmerizing temple and get blown by it. Visit Golden Temple and feel the religious fervor and take your blessings home with your Golden Temple package.

Reason To Visit /Major Attraction

Sri Harmandir Sahib or the Golden Temple is the most visited Sikh pilgrimage site in India. Each year thousands of devotees visit this sacred place to get their blessings. The place is renowned for its religious tolerance, friendly volunteers, huge langars, and outstanding architecture. The outer dome of the temple is pure gold; hence the popular name of the complex. There is also a significant pol and houses another complex called Akal Takht, the central place of Sikhism and Gurudwara Baba Atal Sahib.

One of the main reasons for the Golden Temple tour package is the spiritual calmness that you will receive. People from every faith can enter the temple and get their blessings. It preaches the message of universal brotherhood and equality.

Another reason to visit the temple is to appreciate the superb architecture of the complex. Although built from the Sikh style, the architecture draws inputs from Islamic and Rajputana heritage. The temple is open from all sides, which shows tolerance. The interior of the temple is also richly decorated with mirrors and floral images.

The third reason is the free langer, which is the most massive free community kitchen in the world. It is highly organized and run by volunteers, and food ingredients are made from donations. The langer has been featured in numerous TV shows for its organized large scale operation and food prepared with human love.

Best Time To Visit

Summer

Summers in Amritsar are quite hot, and during the period April-June temperatures can touch 49 degrees. However, you can still make the most of your Golden Temple package during this time.

Monsoon

Monsoons are a better time to visit the Golden Temple. The weather remains pleasant with cool breeze and cloudy sky. If you love the rain, then you must visit the Golden Temple during this time.

Winter

Winter is considered the best time to visit the temple. The period from November to March remains cooler, and it is regarded as the best time to visit for tourists. However, temperatures are sometimes steep to zero degrees, but still, this is the time when the Golden Temple tour package is ideal.

How To Reach

The Golden Temple can be conveniently reached from any part of India. It is a holy pilgrimage site for all religions and is connected to the outside world by readily available rail, bus, flight, or self-transport.

By Road

A wide range of national and domestic routes connect the city of Amritsar to other parts of India. Grand Trunk road connects Delhi and Amritsar. There are several buses plying on this route for convenient transport. Pathankot is about a two hours drive from Amritsar. So, there is a wide range of choices if you wish to drive to Amritsar.

By Rail

Amritsar Railway Station connects every part of India. Regular long-distance trains are available from all major metro cities like Delhi, Mumbai, and Kolkata. The station is around 15 minutes away from the Golden Temple. The station is equipped with all modern facilities, but you need to book your tickets in advance Golden Temple package.

By Air

The international airport of Amritsar, known as Raja Sansi Airport, connects a long chain of flights from every part of India. It is only 11 km from the Golden Temple. There are numerous domestic flights regularly flying to this city.

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FAQs About Amritsar Tour Packages

Is the Golden Temple open 24 hours?

Yes, the temple is open 24 hours and serves langar also. The first hukamnama is read at 5 am and the last at 9:45 pm.

What is there inside the temple?

The temple is also known as the Darbar Sahib and is one of the oldest places of worship for the Indian Sikhs. The entire top of the temple is made with pure gold and hence the name.

Are cameras and mobile phones allowed inside the temple?

Cameras are allowed inside the temple complex, but you are not allowed to click everywhere. Pictures are not allowed inside the Sanctum Sanatorium. Mobile phones and videography are strictly banned inside the temple by the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee.

Is there any particular dress code during the gurudwara visit?

No, there is no particular dress code for visiting this monument. Men should not wear any shorts, or bare clothes, and women should refrain from wearing off-shoulder dresses. Also, you need to wear a scarf over your head before entering the shrine during your visit to the temple.

What is the best time to visit the Golden Temple?

The best time to visit the Golden Temple is between November to March when the temperatures remain immensely pleasant.

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Nearby Attractions Of Golden Temple

1. Wagah Border

This is one of the must-visit places in Amritsar when you are planning a trip to the Golden Temple. It is the road border between India and Pakistan and is located only 30 km from the Golden Temple. The place is famous for holding the ceremony of beating retreats and change of guards. This place evokes a nationalistic feeling among Indians, and people assemble here to witness this amazing spectacle. Change of guards' ceremony happens in the afternoon, and the tourist peak reaches a maximum during this time of the day.

2. Tarn Taran

It is located around 22 km from the Golden Temple and is also a Sikh pilgrimage site. Fifth Sikh guru Arjan Dev constructed this Gurudwara. The holy pond here is the largest among all the Sikh shrines and is visited every month on the day of the new moon day by hundreds of pilgrims.

3. Maharaja Ranjit Singh Museum

This museum is dedicated to the Lion of Punjab Maharaja Ranjit Singh. He freed a significant part of the erstwhile Punjab province from the Mughals. It is located on Lawrence Road in the Company Bagh area of Amritsar. The museum houses artifacts of the Maharaja with which he fought the most significant battles of his life. There is also a light and sound show every evening which recreates the battles he fought with fantastic effect.

4. Jallianwala Bagh

It is the public ground where the massacre of innocent Sikhs was carried out by the British army on 13th April 1919. It is located within one kilometer from the Golden Temple and is visited regularly by tourists. In 1951, a memorial was constructed to honor the death of innocent victims. Today there is a giant memorial stone to which every Indian pays their homage.

Tips

  • Deposit your shoes and belongings at the entrance counter and get a free token
  • Wash your hands/feet before entering the temple complex
  • Cover your head with a scarf before entering the temple. You can buy scarfs at low prices from outside
  • All types of intoxicants are strictly prohibited inside the temple complex.
  • You need to walk clockwise around the pool and temple on the broad marble walkway.

A visit to the Golden Temple should be in the charts of every tourist planning a religious trip. TravelTriangle gives you the most valued trip of your lifetime. Our expert planners will make your dream come true and plan the perfect trip for you. We have tailored tours built for every tourist planning a trip to Amritsar. Our tours are budget-friendly and give you the most impressive benefits. So, book your customized Golden Temple tour package and indulge in delightful experiences.