From Sarson Da Saag and Makki Di Roti to sacred Golden Temple and imposing Quila Mabarak, from intricate Phulkari Dupattas to colourful Mojris, the reasons to visit the state of Punjab are many.

Punjab, literally meaning the land of five rivers boasts of five rivers namely Jhelum, Chenab, Ravi, Beas and Sutlej  all these rivers are tributaries of the Indus River. The enchanting state of Punjab has an integrated cultural history, even today, you can see the glimpses of that rich culture in the lively Punjabi folks. If you love wildlife, then also Punjab is an ideal place to take a tour to. In the sanctuaries, you can see a variety of resident as well as migratory birds. Besides, a visit to world famous Golden Temple or Harmandir Sahib, offers succour to your mind and soul.

Situated in north-western part of India, Punjab is bordered by Punjab (Pakistan) to the west, Chandigarh to the south-east, Haryana to the south and south-east, Himachal Pradesh to the north-east, Jammu and Kashmir to the north and Rajasthan to the south-west. Punjab has a total area of 50,362 sq.kms and the population of state is 24,289, 296 (2001 census). The Union Territory of Chandigarh is the capital of Punjab, other major cities include Amritsar, Ludhiana, Jalandhar and Patiala.

So, whether you are interested in historic structures, ancient culture and civilization, architectural masterpieces, religious places or common tourist spots, in truth, Punjab offers more or less everything to make your vacation a memorable experience. In addition to these, vast stretches of field clad in yellow mustard flowers, would certainly enamor you with their sheer beauty.