Amritsar Travel Guide

<h1>Amritsar Travel Guide</h1>Author: <a title="Mayank Gupta" href="http://www.articlesbase.com/authors/mayank-gupta/74326.htm">Mayank Gupta</a>   Amritsar is located in the northwest part of India in the State of <a href="http://www.easydestination.net/punjab.html" target="_blank">Punjab</a>, 32 miles (51 km) east of Lahore, Pakistan. Some have taken the name Amritsar to derive Amrit-sarovar meaning "The Pool of the Nectar of Immortality" though -sar, "Natural pool" does not derive from sarovar, "Artificial tank or body of water". It is home to the Harimandir Sahib, also known as the Golden Temple, and is the spiritual and cultural centre of the Sikh religion. It is also known for the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre (1919) and Operation Bluestar (1984). On April 13, 1634, the Mughal army attacked Guru Hargobind here. From 1635 to 1698, Amritsar remained in the control of the Mina family (descendants of Pirthi Chand). During this period, on November 23, 1664, Guru Tegh Bahadur visited the town. In April 1698, Bhai Mani Singh was appointed as the caretaker of the shrines of Amritsar. The Mughal chief of Patti tried to occupy Amritsar several times. One such attempt was made in April 1709. The Sikhs, under the command of Bhai Mani Singh and Bhai Tara Singh of Dallwan, repelled this attack. When Baba Banda Singh Bahadur occupied several areas in the Punjab, Bhai Mani Singh chose to leave Amritsar in order to avoid the Mughal attacks. On December 30, 1711, the Mughal emperor, Bahadur Shah, granted Ajit Singh Palit the charge of Amritsar in order to use him against Baba Banda Singh Bahadur. After the death of Bahadur Shah, Ajit Singh Palit returned to Delhi. In 1721, Bhai Mani Singh returned to Amritsar and re-started regular worship. His first act was to solve a dispute between the Tat Khalsa and the Bandai Khalsa factions for the right to the management of the shrines in Amritsar. On March 29, 1733, a major gathering of Sikhs was held here in front of Akal Takht. During the same time a Sarbat Khalsa gathering was also held. It discussed the Mughal offer of Nawab-hood. In April 1734, Bhai Mani Singh was arrested and was executed in Lahore on June 24, 1734. For More details please follow the link - <a href="http://www.easydestination.net/amritsar.html" target="_blank">Amritsar Travel Guide</a>  About the Author: Article Source: <a href="http://www.articlesbase.com/">ArticlesBase.com</a> - <a href="http://www.articlesbase.com/destinations-articles/amritsar-travel-guide-850358.html" title="Amritsar Travel Guide">Amritsar Travel Guide</a>

Amritsar is located in the northwest part of India in the State of Punjab, 32 miles (51 km) east of Lahore, Pakistan. Some have taken the name Amritsar to derive Amrit-sarovar meaning "The Pool of the Nectar of Immortality" though -sar, "Natural pool" does not derive from sarovar, "Artificial tank or body of water".

It is home to the Harimandir Sahib, also known as the Golden Temple, and is the spiritual and cultural centre of the Sikh religion. It is also known for the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre (1919) and Operation Bluestar (1984).

On April 13, 1634, the Mughal army attacked Guru Hargobind here. From 1635 to 1698, Amritsar remained in the control of the Mina family (descendants of Pirthi Chand). During this period, on November 23, 1664, Guru Tegh Bahadur visited the town. In April 1698, Bhai Mani Singh was appointed as the caretaker of the shrines of Amritsar.

The Mughal chief of Patti tried to occupy Amritsar several times. One such attempt was made in April 1709. The Sikhs, under the command of Bhai Mani Singh and Bhai Tara Singh of Dallwan, repelled this attack. When Baba Banda Singh Bahadur occupied several areas in the Punjab, Bhai Mani Singh chose to leave Amritsar in order to avoid the Mughal attacks. On December 30, 1711, the Mughal emperor, Bahadur Shah, granted Ajit Singh Palit the charge of Amritsar in order to use him against Baba Banda Singh Bahadur. After the death of Bahadur Shah, Ajit Singh Palit returned to Delhi. In 1721, Bhai Mani Singh returned to Amritsar and re-started regular worship. His first act was to solve a dispute between the Tat Khalsa and the Bandai Khalsa factions for the right to the management of the shrines in Amritsar.

On March 29, 1733, a major gathering of Sikhs was held here in front of Akal Takht. During the same time a Sarbat Khalsa gathering was also held. It discussed the Mughal offer of Nawab-hood. In April 1734, Bhai Mani Singh was arrested and was executed in Lahore on June 24, 1734.

For More details please follow the link - Amritsar Travel Guide

Rate this Article:

0 / 5 stars - 0 vote(s)

Re-Publish

Article Source: http://www.articlesbase.com/destinations-articles/amritsar-travel-guide-850358.html

Article Tags: amritsar travel guide, amritsar city guide, amritsar city, amritsar tourism, amritsar hotels, punjab, golden temple, india, travel, tourism, destination

Related Articles
Related Q&A

Latest Destinations Articles
More from Mayank Gupta

Manhattan Walking Tours

By: junaidahmad | 16/11/2009
The tomb of Queen Maeve sits high above the town of Sligo, Ireland low mountain of Knocknarea Mountains of the Moon. Legend has it that this good fortune to bring a stone up the mountain to a place on a large mound, but that it's bad luck to remove the stones. This could explain a formidable height.

Compare hotels and choose the best accommodation

By: Ermin | 16/11/2009
Tired of spending long hours at your desk in a cramped and stuffy office? Or maybe the weather brings you down with its chilly mornings and an early dusk? If hot chocolate is not enough to cheer you up, there is one thing that will surely give you a kick.

Meet Pattaya Girls Online

By: Huey Davis | 16/11/2009
Going to Pattaya? Read here how you can meet Pattaya girls online.

5 Great Days Out in the South of France

By: Brian Stephens | 16/11/2009
One of the most gorgeous locations for a holiday is the South of France and an area that is hard to beat is the Languedoc Roussillon region. It pretty much has everything a tourist could want, wonderful scenery including the Mediterranean coastline, La Montagne Noire.....

Languedoc Roussillon in the South of France - The Secret's Out

By: Brian Stephens | 16/11/2009
The Languedoc Roussillon region of France holds a feast of pleasant surprises for the discerning Francophile. The region may not be as coveted as it's neighboring Provence but that in some ways adds to it's charm.

Some Great Holiday Destinations in France For the British Holiday Maker

By: Brian Stephens | 16/11/2009
Why would you want to spend your whole day on a plane, most of the time you are above the clouds and can't see the land beneath, that's when it is land of course and not some great big expanse of water.

A Great October Holiday Destination

By: Brian Stephens | 16/11/2009
If you are looking for one of the best holiday destinations in October then with average temperatures of around 21C or 70F the Languedoc Roussillon region of South of France should be given very serious consideration. Experience has shown that certainly through the early to middle part of October an

Le Pays Lauragais in the Midi-Pyrenees, A Part of France Not to Be Missed

By: Brian Stephens | 16/11/2009
Le Pays Lauragais is the region that encompasses the Haute Garronne(31), Tarn (81) and Aude (11) departments in the South of France. I would imagine that most people are aware of Tarn, with it's capital Albi, as an area of outstanding beauty but may be less familiar with the Aude and Haute Garronne

Spring Break Travel Tips

By: Mayank Gupta | 04/07/2009 | Travel Tips
Ready for Spring Break? Of course you are! Here are some safety, travel, and money saving tips to help you out.

Eco-Friendly Travel Tips

By: Mayank Gupta | 04/07/2009 | Travel Tips
It is easy to forget about going green while traveling, but there are some really simple ways to take environmentally friendly trips.

Budget Hotels in Madrid

By: Mayank Gupta | 03/07/2009 | Hotels
Staying somewhere chic in Madrid does not have to be exorbitantly expensive if you choose one of the new wave of edited luxury hotels that are springing up in the city.

Where to Stay in Stockholm on a Budget

By: Mayank Gupta | 03/07/2009 | Hotels
Stockholm hostels carry the most inexpensive prices when it comes to having a place to stay in Sweden's capital city.

Winter Car Travel Safety

By: Mayank Gupta | 01/07/2009 | Travel Tips
Winter can be a dangerous time for a road trip, but many families still need to and want to travel. Minimize risks by following these winter car safety travel tips. It obviously isn't realistic for everyone to stop traveling for a big chunk of the year, and it isn't necessary. With some preparation and knowledge of how to handle winter weather

Family Travel Insurance

By: Mayank Gupta | 01/07/2009 | Insurance
Many times, families don't even consider travel insurance before a trip. It's certainly something you should research first, but also be aware you might not even need it if, for instance, your current health insurance covers you out of state or even out of the country. Here is a rundown of family travel insurance.

Strasbourg Travel Guide

By: Mayank Gupta | 07/06/2009 | Destinations
Strasbourg is the capital of the Alsace region of France and is most widely known for hosting a number of important European institutions. It is also famous for its beautiful historical centre - the Grande Île - which was the first city centre to be classified entirely as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.

Stellenbosch Travel Guide

By: Mayank Gupta | 07/06/2009 | Destinations
Stellenbosch is the second oldest European settlement in the Western Cape Province, South Africa after Cape Town, and is situated about 50 kilometers (30 mi) away along the banks of the Eerste Rivier.