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Historical City Rupnagar
Rupnagar:
Only known excavation site in Punjab.
A Wetland and a Bird Sanctuary.
Excavations reveal earthenware, statues, coins.
Dates back to Harappa-Mohenjo-Daro civilization.
Located east of Satluj River.
Artifacts from Chandra Gupta, Kushan, Hoon, Mughal periods.
Punjab: Origin of the ancient Indus Valley Civilization (Harappa).
Named after five rivers: Jhelum, Chenab, Ravi, Beas, Sutlej.
Known for vibrant folk music, dance, and festivals like Vaisakhi.
Brave history of resistance, especially under Maharaja Ranjit Singh.
Key player in India’s Green Revolution and agriculture.
Amritsar – Home to the Golden Temple, Jallianwala Bagh, and the Wagah Border ceremony.
Anandpur Sahib – A major Sikh pilgrimage site, especially during Hola Mohalla.
Patiala – Known for Qila Mubarak, Sheesh Mahal, and its royal heritage.
Bathinda – Visit the historic Bathinda Fort and Thermal Plant Lake.
Golden Temple
Virast-E-Khalsa Shri
Himalayas
Shimla
Himachal Pradesh: A beautiful hill state in North India, nestled in the western Himalayas
Shimla – The colonial-era capital with Mall Road, Ridge, and toy train.
Manali – A favorite for snow lovers, adventure sports, and honeymooners.
Dharamshala & McLeod Ganj – Tibetan culture, Dalai Lama's residence, and peaceful monasteries.
Kullu – Scenic valley known for rafting and Dussehra festival.
Dalhousie – Quiet hill station with old-world charm and pine forests.
Spiti Valley – Cold desert region with monasteries and rugged beauty.
Kasol – Popular with backpackers; known as "Mini Israel" for its vibe and cafes.
Chamba & Khajjiar – Green meadows, temples, and mini-Switzerland vibes.
Chandigarh – A planned city known for Rock Garden, Sukhna Lake, and Rose Garden.
Rock Garden – A massive sculpture garden made from industrial and household waste by Nek Chand.
Sukhna Lake – A peaceful man-made lake perfect for boating, walking, and relaxing.
Rose Garden – Asia’s largest rose garden with over 1,600 species of roses.
Capitol Complex – A UNESCO World Heritage Site with architectural masterpieces like the High Court and Secretariat.
Elante Mall – One of North India’s biggest malls, great for shopping and dining.
Pinjore Gardens (nearby) – Mughal-style terraced gardens just outside the city.
Rock Garden
Sukhna Lake
Elante Mall
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