7 Offbeat Locations In Punjab For Tourists

Tourists visiting Punjab rarely recognize the potential for tourism other than religious venues. Some of the best resorts in Punjab make it a point to recommend alternative destinations for engaging tourists in the varied culture of the state. Some of these attractive destinations can be listed as follows.


Rock Garden in Chandigarh
Spanning over 40 acres, this tourist attraction was started as a leisure project back in 1956. The artifacts here were all made from waste material and rejected industry parts. The innovative sculpture garden is frequented by all tourists visiting Chandigarh. Most visitors consider this the epitome of creativity and is recommended by most resorts and travel agencies.

Doraha Fort
A destination made famous on the silver screen by the movie Rang De Basanti, this has come to be called the RDB fort. Located near Ludhiana, it is one of the many remnants of the Mughal era that has been restored to cultivate tourism by the state government of Punjab. With the recent overwhelming popularity, the Doraha Fort is a great destination for a day trip.

Quila Mubarak
One of the most incredible examples of Sikh palace architecture, the Quila Mubarak is popular among all tourists in Patiala. The main attraction of this complex is the collection of mirrors in the famous Darbar hall. The complex is also filled with a vast collection of paintings and artworks that give a delightful insight into the life of ancient Sikh rulers.

Garden of Silence
Located next to Sukhna Lake, the garden of silence is a beautiful park with a huge statue of Buddha in the center. The perfectly landscaped garden, that is meticulously maintained by the municipality, is ideal for meditating and enjoying the peace and quiet.

Sukhna lake
Tourists to Chandigarh are always treated to Sukhna Lake. The lake provides a host of activities like boating for the visitors other than just a cool picnic spot with spectacular sunsets. There’s a stream called the SukhnaChoe that was dammed to create the lake.

Virasat-e-Khalsa
Documenting the origins of Sikhism, the Virasat-e-Khalsa is a museum that holds pieces of history dating back to over 5 centuries. The purpose of the museum is to spread the vision of the Gurus and to educate the visitors about the rich culture of Punjab. It was opened for public viewing in November 2011 and has been frequented by tourists since.

Harike Wetland Sanctuary
North India’s largest wetlands have been converted into a sanctuary to preserve a variety of flora and fauna. Located in the Tarn Taran Sahib district of Punjab. This large biosphere reserve is ideal for nature lovers and photographers flock to the area for some great shots. This is still a hidden gem among tourists in Punjab.


The above list is only compliant with the more popular destinations while the locals can inform you of the lesser known offbeat locations you can visit for a more exotic taste. The best resorts in Punjab can organize tours around all the popular tourist spots in the state.
Location: Hoshiarpur, Punjab, India

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