Wagah border tour: A historical trip down the memory lane in Amritsar

The golden temple. The Jallianwala Bagh Massacre. And of course, the separation. These are three distinct things that pop into the mind of a traveler when you say Amritsar. In this beautiful city runs the famous Amritsar-Wagah border. Located in Lahore district of Punjab in Pakistan, the Wagah village separates India and Pakistan in the West. A constant reminder of the struggles of separation, the Wagah border tour is one of the most celebrated and popular tours that every traveler goes to while in Amritsar.

With such rich history comes popularity and needless to say, the city of Amritsar is a major tourist attraction for travellers from across the globe.

Since the Wagah border tour is high on demand throughout the year, there are a number of travel agencies spread across the globe who organize the Wagah border day trip as a Wagah border tour package. Depending upon your convenience and interests, choose the right Wagah border tour package to enjoy your Wagah border day trip with your friends or family.

Also, choose the one which will ensure that you’ll visit quite a few other places on your Wagah border day tour. In this Amritsar-Wagah border tour, be sure to witness a lot of historical monuments and places with great significance

Here are a few of the places which will probably come under your Wagah border day tour package:

The Jalianwalah:

Private Amritsar Tour with Evening Indo Pak Beating Retreat Ceremony

This war memorial which is also a public garden stands tall today as a testimony to the pain and bloodshed endured which was caused during the British Raj in India. Prep up your history lesson as you enjoy your Wagah border tour in Amritsar. All you history lovers out there! Don’t miss out on this wonderful tour around the place to regret later on.

The Golden Temple:

2 Days Private Golden Temple Amritsar Tour with Beating Retreat ceremony

Considered to be the holiest temple for Sikhs, the temple is a major tourist attraction for tourists from India and across the globe. Gilded with gold, this is the primary place of worship for Sikhs from across the globe. Be ready to be mesmerized by its sheer beauty and grandeur. Also, remember to keep your cameras shut and sealed while you’re in this holy place as photography or videography is strictly banned here.

Wagah Border Ceremony:

Evening Wagah Border Indo Pak Beating Retreat followed by dinner

Prepare yourself to witness some action in this daily military practice which happens at the Wagah border. The Ceremony is a parade where you get to see the flags of India and Pakistan being lowered by the soldiers of the respective countries. The parade signifies the shared bond of brotherhood between the two countries. Plan your visit to this place between 4 PM and 5 PM to witness the parade.

So, what more are you waiting for? Prepare your itinerary, book your tickets, pack your bags and head to the Wagah border to experience a rich, cultural and historical tour along the Amritsar-Wagah border.   

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