Amritsar to Armenia

Located in the north western part of India, Amritsar is a perfect blend of culture and tradition values. Formally known as Ramdaspur, the city is a religious center for the Sikh community. Due to the presence of educational institutions, business enterprises and industrial interests, the city is one of the most admirable and famous cities of Punjab. It is not just Indians who come here to have a glimpse of its beauty, but travellers across the world also love to visit Amritsar. The historical value of Amritsar is high and reflects a deeper side of Indian culture. The landmark of the city is the Golden Temple, officially called as Harmindar Sahib. Local people of the city commonly call it Hari Mandir that stands for ‘The temple of the Lord’ as well as Darbar Sahib which means ‘the court divine’. Besides the Golden temple, there are some other popular places which also have great importance in the land of Punjab as well as India. Places like Jallianwala Bagh, Durgiana temple, Khalsa College, Guru Nanak Dev University and Harike Wetland Lake offer you some beautiful moments to spend with your loved ones. Amritsar is also quite near to Wagah Boarder (Indo-Pak line of control) where a large number of visitors love to go. The more you explore, the more you enjoy! That is the beauty of this magnificent city. Moving in and around the city, you will get the glimpse of handicraft items, carpets and fabrics. The ‘Punjabi Cuisines’ will give you sheer pleasure of visiting this part. You will simply love to taste the lip-smacking foods of this city. The best time to visit Amritsar is from the months of November to the months of February. During this time, the climate becomes quite pleasant and you can enjoy the best time here. Amritsar is also well connected to the Capital of India- Delhi, Chandigarh and Jammu. For booking hotels in Amritsar, you can log onto MakeMyTrip.com which is India's leading travel portal. Here, you can also get attractive discounts on your every booking weather it is flight booking, bus booking, or any other tour related deals.

A Transcaucasian country in Asia, Armenia is home to extraordinary wilderness and ancient cultural heritage. Featuring a mountainous terrain, the country faces a dry, continental climate. Yerevan is the capital city of Armenia featuring plenty of architectural masterpieces. Around the Republic Square, History Museum of Armenia, Government House, and Opera and Ballet Theater are must-visit attractions. About 20 km from the capital, the ancient city of Vagharshapat is famous for the UNESCO World Heritage zone comprising Etchmiadzin Cathedral. Lake Sevan, lying at 1900 m above sea level, is the largest freshwater lake in the entire Caucasian region. The surrounding region houses the 9th century built Sevanavank Monastery atop a hill. Ashot Erkat Restaurant nearby overlooks the lake and serves delicacies prepared from locally caught fish. Syunik region in central Armenia features diverse landscapes, from forests and rivers to lakes and cliffs. Karahunj, also known as the ‘Armenian Stonehenge’, is a prehistoric complex featuring vertically arranged two-meter stones. Syunik is also popular for Tatev Monastery that served as a scholarly institution during the medieval ages. This monastery can be reached through ‘Wings of Tatev’, the world’s longest cable car. No part of Armenia is bereft of natural wonders. To explore them all, save money on flights and hotels through incredible discounts offered by MakeMyTrip.