Amritsar to Sri Lanka

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.

‘Pearl of the Indian Ocean’ or Sri Lanka, a magnificent sun-kissed island nation offers timeless ruins, religious relics, palm fringed white sand beaches, colorful reefs, balmy rainforests, misty mountain towns and local legends. The friendliest locals plus delicious food allures you into an exhilarating adventure. Hikkaduwa and Unawatuna are awesome diving-surfing and snorkeling hubs, with amazing nightlife. Mirissa and Hiriketiya are among the top beaches and also a backpacker’s hub, famous for yoga and chill life. For laidback surfers, Weligama is the hub. For wildlife enthusiasts, you can spot leopards and elephants in Yala National Park and elephants in the picturesque Udawalawe National Park. Ella is Sri Lanka’s hill country starting point and home to awesome hiking trails and waterfalls. You can wander through a tea plantation or hike for the 360 degree view at Ella Rock or capture that perfect sunset at Adam’s Peak. For outdoor fanatics, the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites include the historical and beautiful Galle Fort, Sigiriya Rock, the famous ancient rock fortress surrounded by jungle, ancient city of Polonnaruwa and Kandy, home to the temple of the Tooth and many other cultural sights. Explore Dambulla Cave temples and northern capital and surrounds of Jaffna. Sri Lankan food is flavorsome and influenced by both its proximity to India, its colonial past, and its access to lush, fertile farming lands and oceans. Relax your body and mind in one of the many yoga retreats. Sri Lanka is spectacular, affordable and often uncrowded. You can book your flights with MakeMyTrip India.