Amritsar, which means “The nectar of immortality”, is a city in the state of Punjab. It is located in the northwest of the country. It was founded in 1577 and is the center of one of the religions practiced in India, Sikhism (Sikhism is a religion of the Indian state founded by Guru Nanak (1469-1540), which developed in the context of the conflict between the doctrines of Hinduism and the Islam during the 16th and 17th centuries in the Punjab region of the Mughal Empire). It is the center of the Sikh religion – where men wear a turban – and home to Sri Durbar Sahib Harmandir Sahib, informally called “The Golden Temple”.
Any Euro Airport
3 Hours Before Flight Time
Upon arrival, reception by the local representative and private transfer to the hotel and
check-in.
Overnight at the hotel.
After breakfast at hotel, departure to visit the famous Golden Temple of the Sikh religion “Harmandir Sahib”, being visited at least once in life by the Sikhs. It is surrounded by a large artificial lake. This lake is what gives the city its name. The architecture of this temple is a symbolic representation of Sikh thought. It has four entrances, one on each side, which symbolize the opening of the Sikhs to all religions, among other aspects. The temple is open to people of any religion, nationality, sex, color or race. The temple also offers a free meal prepared by volunteers in the “langar”(community cafeteria) for anyone, regardless of caste and religion. People sit on the floor and eat as many times as they want. Eating with the faithful in the great room is a unique experience. Later, visit the Jallianwala Bagh Garden which houses a monument of great national importance.
In the afternoon, excursion to the Indian border with Pakistan to see the changing of the guard ceremony. Soldiers on both sides open the front door and challenge the others by shouting menacingly, while they make noise and parade in a peculiar style. All
this animated with a band, flags of India etc. In the evening, return to the golden temple to attend the evening ceremony, where you can admire the beautifully lit temple.
Return to the hotel.Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel. Private transfer to the airport for your next flight.
