Punjab,
a state bordering Pakistan, is the heart of India’s Sikh community. The city of
Amritsar, founded in the 1570s by Sikh Guru Ram Das, is the site of Harmandir
Sahib, the holiest gurdwara (Sikh place of worship). Known in English as the Golden
Temple, and surrounded by the Pool of Nectar, it's a major pilgrimage site.
Also in Amritsar is Durgiana Temple, a Hindu shrine famed for its engraved
silver doors.
The
History of the Punjab concerns the history of the Punjab region the Northern
area of the Indian Subcontinent that straddles the modern day countries of
India and Pakistan. Historically known as Sapta Sindhu, or the Land of Seven
Rivers, the name Punjab was given by later Muslim conquest in the Indian
subcontinent. Ancient Punjab region was the primary geographical extent of the
Indus Valley Civilisation, which was notable for advanced technologies and
amenities that the people of the region had used. The region was historically a
Hindu-Buddhist region, known for its high activity of scholarship, technology,
and arts. Intermittent wars between various kingdoms was characteristic of this
time, except in times of temporary unification under centralised Indian Empires
or invading powers.
Punjab
is the true cradle of the Indus Valley civilization. The state of Punjab
astonishingly combines both antiquity and plenty. In fact the festivals ofPunjab can be redefined as a spiritual canvas of soul stirring celebration. Not
only that festivals in the state of Punjab make for unrestrained jollification.
Punjab participates in almost all the festivals taking place in the country.
The festivals of Punjab would not only enliven your spirits but also would be a
warm welcome from the monotonous schedule of your regular life. Festivals of
almost all religions are celebrated with equal splendor and jollity in the
state of Punjab.
October
to March are the best months to visit Punjab. While summers are hot and humid
in Punjab, it's better to plan your trip during October to March when the
weather is cold and pleasant making it comfortable for you to travel around and
visit the major attractions of the State.
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