Explore Amritsar, India

Founded in 1577 by Guru Ram Das, the fourth Guru of the Sikhs, Amritsar (pool of the nectar of immortality) is considered the centre of the Sikh religion. Now the second largest city of the Punjab state, it was once a junction of trade routes. The city is known for its rich cuisine and culture. It is home to the Golden Temple, the spiritual and cultural centre for the Sikh religion. The city itself is named after the sacred tank within this temple.Visit the Golden Temple, the spiritual nerve-centre of the Sikh faith. Also called Harmandir Sahib, the temple is made of white marble and copper gilt with its dome covered with gold leaf. Within is the Guru Granth Sahib, holy book of the Sikhs. See the community kitchen (langar) where volunteers’ feed 35,000 people every day.