Hotels in and around Punjab

About Punjab
Punjab, located in the north west of India, is one of the smallest and the most prosperous states of India. The five rivers Sutlej, Beas, Ravi, Chenab and Jhelum gave it its name 'punj-ab' or the 'land of five waters'.
Enriched with a distinct blend of rural and urban flavors, Punjab has a lot to offer to a tourist eye. It has a unique religious legacy with a host of Gurudwaras, the largest and the most prominent being The Golden Temple at Amritsar. The dome of the temple covered with pure gold presents a fascinating sight as its reflection falls in the holy waters of the sarovar. Jallianwala Bagh of Amritsar is another historical spot The place reminds one of the horrors of the British rule and Punjab's sacrifice to the struggle for freedom of India where a number of people jumped into a well to escape the firing of a British General.

How to reach Punjab
By Air The three major airports that help in the air connectivity to the state are located in the cities of Amritsar, Ludhiana and Chandigarh.
By Rail The major rail lines in that are part of state of Punjab are in Ludhiana, Feroapur, Pathankot, Chandigarh, Amritsar and Jalandhar. These are very well connected to other states and cities of the country.
By RoadThe best mode to reach Punjab is via Road while enjoying the drive through green and yellow mustard fields. The eateries located on the roadside in entire Punjab known as dhaba offer finger licking food. There are several luxury buses that can be taken from Delhi to reach the city of Chandigarh Ludhiana, Feroapur, Pathankot, Amritsar and Jalandhar

Climate in Punjab
Punjab Climate comprises of three seasons.
The summer months that spans from mid April to the end of June.
The rainy season in Punjab is from the months of early July to end of September.
The winter season in Punjab is experienced during the months of early December to the end of February.
The best times to visit Punjab are the autumn and the spring seasons. The natural landscape looks breathtaking with lush mustard fields. The rustic charm of the place and celebratory spirit of the Punjabis are sure to make for a memorable travel experience.

Punjab Food Cusine
The Punjabis are proud and generous people of Punjab. Their legendary warmth and hospitality assures that anyone who passes through this land will return well fed. They belief that food is central to communal bonding. Hence it is a remarkable feature of all gurudwaras, wherein devotees of all faiths participate in the preparation and service of meals.
Food in Punjab are dairy products, unleavened flat breads, pulses, vegetable and meat curries continue to reflect the rural temper of the state such as rice and gravies. Punjab’s region has had strong central Asian influences both in its culture and its food. This led to the Mughalai-style of cooking with thick pasty gravies, using dry fruits like cashews and almonds. And the generous use of rice, in the form of myriad pulaos, is also an essentially Mughalai introduction to the kitchens of roti-loving Punjabis. As a result, Punjabi cuisine is among the richest in the country, incorporating generous quantities of milk, curd, butter, and cream in the cooking of fresh vegetables and meats.