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The city of Ludhiana is located in the Indian state of. The city is mainly famous for being the largest city in the state, and it is rightly called as the manufacturing capital of the state of Punjab. There are countless places that you visit, once you reach Ludhiana. There are many historical sites, and sites of religious importance, and all this makes the city of Ludhiana appealing to tourists. The place is a tourist stronghold as well, and many people flock to Ludhiana during the peak tourist season.When you take a trip to the city, you can visit the Lodhi Fort, which is the chief attraction in Ludhiana. This fort is a huge and magnificent structure that is located on the banks of the river Sutlej, and it is almost in ruins. This ancient fort, built by King Sikander Lodhi before 500 years, is a popular tourist spot in Ludhiana.You should also pay the Maharaja Ranjit Singh War Museum a visit the next time you visit Ludhiana. This is because this place has more than twelve galleries catering to subjects like the Kargil War and Ancient History. There are two important religious destinations as well. Alamgir is a popular destination for Sikhs, and a 19th century mosque at Bhir attracts many Muslims. The climate in Ludhiana is tropical, and though the city does not experience extreme heat (as compared to the other regions), temperatures during the summer are still unbearable. The best time to visit the city of Ludhiana would be during the winter season, as temperatures will be at an all time low during the time.

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Category : Historical

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 141001

STD Code: 161

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Best Time to Visit:  Feb – Apr

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Ludhiana is a city a in Ludhiana district in the Indian state of Punjab. For many, Ludhiana is an important centre for pilgrimage. There are many historical Gurudwaras in and around the city. The newly developed colonies have places of worship. The city has a secular character and residents live in harmony and celebrate religious festivals and functions with great fervour and involvement.

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By Air : The city of Ludhiana has an airport that is not too major, and has regular flights to the city of Delhi. You can opt for this mode of travel as it is more comfortable and fast. Flight fares from the city of Delhi to Ludhiana will range around Rs 3,800 and only two major carriers operate in this line – Kingfisher and Air India.

By Train : The city of Ludhiana also has a major railway station that has good connectivity to other regions in the country. Regular trains from the cities and towns of Kolkata (W B Smprk Krnti), Delhi (Swarna Shtbdi), Mumbai (Paschim Express) and Chennai (Andaman Express) will be available in the railway station at Ludhiana. You can also opt for trains that run to local destinations including Dhuri, Ferozepur and Jalandhar. Train fares will range around Rs 450 to 500 for a trip from Mumbai to Ludhiana. Tickets from Delhi will cost around Rs 140 to 160.

By Bus : Buses are a common means of transport and is available from various cities and town across the state. The fare of buses ranges around Rs 2-4 per km.

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Economy

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

Samrat Hotel ; 1342, Samrat Hotel Building, Kailash Cinema Road, civil lines, Domoria Pul Rd, Civil Lines, Ludhiana, Punjab 141001 ; Ph – 0161 244 8416 ; Facilities – 24hours room service, laundry, parking facility, TV, Doctor-on-call, telephone, travel desk, 24hours H/C running Water.
Deluxe

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

Hotel The Taksonz ; Opp. Railway Station, Clock Tower Rd, GT Colony, Old Ludhiana, Ludhiana, Punjab 141001 ; Ph – 0161 273 1851 ; Facilities – 24hours room service, laundry, parking facility, TV, Doctor-on-call, telephone, travel desk, 24hours H/C running Water.
Luxury

Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above

City Heart Hotel ; Manna Singh Nagar, Ludhiana, Punjab 141008 ; Ph – 0161 437 7000 ; Facilities – 24hours room service, laundry, parking facility, TV, Doctor-on-call, telephone, TV, travel desk, 24hours H/C running Water.

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• Chick-fi Fast Food Restaurant ;  Metro Road, Jamalpur Colony, Ludhiana, Punjab 141010, HM Colony, Urban Estate Phase 1, Jamalpur Colony, Ludhiana, Punjab 141014 ; M –  0161 267 4027 ; Food Serve :  Indian, Punjabi Thali.

• Groovy Gravys ;  Near Rose Garden, Tagore Nagar, Civil Lines, Civil Lines, Hambran Rd, Tagore Nagar, Ludhiana, Punjab 141001 ; M –  0161 653 0008 ; Food Serve :  Indian, Punjabi Thali.

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Lohri ; Venue:  Ludhiana ; Period :  December-January ; Details:  Lohri, which comes on the last day of Poh (December-January), is another extremely popular festival. A huge bonfire is made in every house and the fire god is worshipped. This is a special day for making offerings to fire. When fire is lit up in the evening, all the members of family go round it, pour offerings into it, and bow before it in reverence. The first Lohri for a new bride, or a newborn babe, is enthusiastically celebrated, and sweets are distributed. Children visit homes in the neighbourhood and sing songs. Lohri marks the end of the winter season.
Basant Panchami ; Venue:  Ludhiana ; Period :  January-February ; Details:  Being the famous seasonal fair heralds the advent of spring. Yellow mustard flowers all around create an aura of romantic vive infecting the spirit of the Ludhianvis. Deeply merged in heart and soul with the Nature, every Punjabi expresses his gratitude with dance and songs. Basant is celebrated towards the close of winter in the month of January-February. The weather circle seems to be changing otherwise Basant used to bring a message of softness in the weather in place of the hard cold season. Basant is the time when mustard fields are yellow with it the spring is ushered in. Ludhianvis welcome the change and celebrate the day by wearing yellow clothes, holding feasts and by organizing kite flying.
Baisakhi ; Venue:  Ludhiana ; Period :  April ; Details:  Punjab being a predominantly agricultural state that prides itself on its food grain production, it is little wonder that its most significant festival is Baisakhi, which marks the arrival of the harvesting season. For the Sikhs, Baisakhi has a special significance because on this day in 1699, their tenth guru, Guru Gobind Singh organized the Order of the Khalsa. Baisakhi is New Year’s Day in Punjab. It falls on the month of Vaisakh.The celebrations of Baisakhi are similar to the three-day schedule of the celebrations of other Gurpurabs. It is generally celebrated on April every year.

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