Start your day with a visit to the Golden Temple, the holiest shrine for the Sikh religion. Witness the serene atmosphere of the temple with its sparkling water and the gentle sound of the Kirtan. Later, try the Langar (free community lunch) which is a sacred tradition of Sikhism. Afternoon, visit Jallianwala Bagh which is a memorial to the hundreds of innocent Indians who were killed by British colonial troops in 1919. In the evening, visit the Wagah border to see the lowering of the flags ceremony, where soldiers on either side of the border engage in a daily military practice.
Start your day with a visit to the Partition Museum where you can learn about the partition of India and Pakistan in 1947. This museum has a vast collection of personal stories, artifacts, and documents from the partition period. Afternoon, visit the Gobindgarh Fort, which is a historic fort and an entertainment complex. The fort has museums, live performances, and a bazaar where you can indulge in some traditional shopping. In the evening, visit the Amritsar Heritage Walk to explore the city's rich history and culture.
Make sure to try some local street food such as Amritsari Kulcha, Lassi, and Jalebi. You can also visit the Ram Bagh Gardens, Maharaja Ranjit Singh Museum, or Durgiana Temple. For a side trip, you can visit the nearby town of Tarn Taran Sahib or the Pul Kanjari, which is a historic village located 35 km from Amritsar. Don't forget to take a rickshaw ride around the city to experience the local culture.