Jallianwala Bagh is a historic garden and memorial in Amritsar that commemorates the massacre of hundreds of Indian civilians by British troops on April 13, 1919. The walled garden features a wall with bullet holes, a memorial, and a museum documenting this pivotal moment in India's independence struggle. It stands as one of the most significant symbols of resistance against colonial rule.
This is a deeply moving historical site essential for understanding India's freedom movement and the sacrifice of ordinary citizens during the independence struggle. The site offers profound insights into a turning point that galvanized the entire nation against British colonial rule.
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The holiest shrine of Sikhism, featuring a magnificent golden-domed structure surrounded by a sacred pool of water.
The seat of Sikh religious authority and temporal power, located directly opposite the Golden Temple.
A museum documenting the history and impact of the 1947 Partition of India and Pakistan through personal narratives and artifacts.
Time
1-2 hours
Cost
Free
Effort
Easy
entry fee
Time
45 minutes
Cost
₹10.00–₹20.00
Effort
Easy
Time
1-2 hours
Cost
Free
Effort
Easy
guide fee varies by group size
Time
2-3 hours
Cost
₹300–₹800
Effort
Easy
Time
2 hours
Cost
Free
Effort
Easy
Best months: Jan, Feb, Mar, Nov, Dec
This destination has a temperate climate with temperatures ranging from 18°C to 29°C annually. Best visited during Jan, Feb, Mar, Nov, Dec.
Climate averages based on 10-year historical data · Open-Meteo
Pleasant weather, lighter crowds — the sweet spot.
Busiest months — book stays & transport early.
Quietest window with the lowest prices.
From Amritsar city center, Jallianwala Bagh is located in the heart of the old city, approximately 2-3 km from the railway station. It is easily accessible via taxi, auto-rickshaw, or local bus from any part of Amritsar.
