Amritsar to Afghanistan

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 landlocked nation, Afghanistan in south-central Asia features highlands, plains, plateaus, lakes and rivers. The country faces a semi-arid steppe climate with cold winters and dry summers. Kabul is the capital city of the Afghanistan with OMAR Mine Museum, Abdul Rahman Mosque and Babur’s Garden as major landmarks. Historical attractions such as Tajbeg Palace and Darul Aman Palace are now in ruins. Balkh in northern Afghanistan is largely popular for the Nine Domes Mosque, which became part of the 2006 World Monuments Watch. Mazar-i-Sharif, a major city located in the Balkh province, is mostly known for its Blue Mosque. In western Afghanistan, Herat offers a glimpse into the country’s rich cultural heritage with its unique museums. Herat National Museum, the erstwhile Citadel of Alexander, houses over 1000 exhibits ranging from pottery to paintings. Bamiyan Valley in central Afghanistan is a historic Buddhist site dating much before Arab settlers came to the country. Lying 2,590 m above sea level, the valley is known for housing ancient man-made caves with two statues of Lord Buddha – one 53 m high and the other, 40 m. Mostly destroyed, the archeological landmark is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Central Afghanistan is also popular for Band-e Amir National Park, comprising six beautiful lakes amidst a rugged terrain. Kabul has several cafes including Afrah Café, Nosh Book Café and The 14th. On the other hand, the bazaar area in Mazar-i-Sharif offers the best retail therapy in the country. Planning a visit to Afghanistan? Book a flight and hotel from MakeMyTrip and enjoy great discounts throughout the year.