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ASR/Amritsar Junction (8 PFs)Local Name: Ambarsarअमृतसर जंक्शनਅੰਮ੍ਰਿਤਸਰ ਜੰਕਸ਼ਨ
Track: Double Electric-Line
अमृतसर जंक्शन
ਅੰਮ੍ਰਿਤਸਰ ਜੰਕਸ਼ਨ
Track: Double Electric-Line
Updated: Nov 19 2022 (12:58) by AlphaTauri^
Amritsar Junction (ASR) is a major railway station in Punjab, India. Located in the heart of the city on GT Road, Amritsar Junction is a bustling hub with 8 platforms, making it a vital transportation link. Amritsar Junction offers various amenities like waiting rooms, food stalls, and ATMs. It is a popular starting point for exploring the Golden Temple, the Jallianwala Bagh, and other historical sites in the city. TourismGolden Temple: The holiest shrine of Sikhism, a breathtaking complex with a serene atmosphere. Durgiana Temple: A Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Durga, known for its beautiful architecture. Jallianwala Bagh: A historical site marking the tragic massacre of unarmed civilians during the British Raj. Akal Takht: One of the five Takhts of Sikhism, a place of great religious significance. Wagah Border: The border crossing between India and Pakistan, known for its daily flag-lowering ceremony. FoodKesar Da Dhaba: Famous for its delicious vegetarian dishes, especially dal makhani. Babuji Da Dhaba: A popular spot for traditional Punjabi vegetarian fare. Lassi & Kulfi Wala: Offers a variety of fresh lassi, kulfi, and other sweet treats. Sukhdev Dhaba: Known for its flavorful vegetarian thalis and snacks. Haveli: A fine dining restaurant serving a wide selection of vegetarian dishes. | ||
Station AddressGT Road, Amritsar - 143001 State: Punjab Elevation: 230 m above sea level Type: Junction Category: NSG-2Zone: NR/Northern Division: Firozpur No Recent News for ASR/Amritsar Junction Nearby Stations in the News | Number of Platforms: 8 Number of Halting Trains: 12 Number of Originating Trains: 63 Number of Terminating Trains: 63 | 2 Follows Rating: 3.6/5 (206 votes) cleanliness - average (29) porters/escalators - good (24) food - good (26) transportation - good (26) lodging - good (25) railfanning - good (26) sightseeing - good (25) safety - good (25) |
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Beautification at platform no 1 and also irctc food cort is opened at platform no 1
People who want to go towards Putlighar, Khandwala, Chhertta, India Gate, Khasa Cantt please use the City Bus Service which is just outside the Main Exit gate of Amritsar Railway station.
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Frequency of bus 5 - 10 min
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Frequency of bus 5 - 10 min
Escalator is operational from Platform No. 1 near the IRCTC Food Plaza
Autos are very easily available outside pf. But they always charge high. Just bargain properly. Otherwise if you can get local buses and sharing tempos at the g.t road which is just outside main entrance of station. The autos will take you to chherta,putlighar,khasa or sometimes end to wagah border. Buses also ply throughout the g.t road till atari.
And don't forget to try the tasty hot amritsari kulche chole. They are available through out near amritsar.
And don't forget to try the tasty hot amritsari kulche chole. They are available through out near amritsar.
also don't forget its Parathe and lassi in large steel tumblers with extra malai
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