A Journey Through History and Faith – Amritsar Travelogue
After a long and delayed flight from Bhopal through Delhi and onward to Amritsar, we finally set foot in the sacred city yesterday late in the evening. The fatigue of travel melted away the moment we decided to skip the hotel check-in and head straight to the heart and soul of Amritsar — the Golden Temple.
Bathed in shimmering gold, its reflection dancing over the still waters of the Sarovar, the Harmandir Sahib stood like a vision from a dream. Words felt too small to capture the serenity and grandeur that enveloped us there. The soft hymns, the gentle glow of the temple against the night sky, and the spirit of devotion in the air made the moment unforgettable.
Once over we checked in and hunger nudged us into reality — and what better welcome to Punjab than an authentic Punjabi meal ( well it wasn't exactly that but when hungry anything goes)! This morning, we continued our culinary love affair with an authentic Amritsari breakfast.
Our next stop brought a stark shift in emotion. At Jallianwala Bagh, we stood on the very soil that witnessed one of the darkest chapters of India’s freedom struggle. The memorial stands today as a reminder of the unarmed civilians who faced the brutality of General Dyer’s troops on April 13, 1919. The silence in the garden carries a thousand voices — of courage, loss, and resilience. It was a moment of reflection, a reminder of sacrifices etched deep into the pages of history.
From there, the city’s vibrant spirit resurfaced as we strolled through the bustling lanes of the local Punjabi suits markets — a paradise for shoppers and a mandatory stop for all wives, mine being no exception! The colors, the fabrics, and also the Amritsari Spices.
With memories of devotion, history, and hearty food packed in our bags, we now move forward to the next phase of our journey — grateful, fulfilled, and excited for what lies ahead.
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