Amritsar 

It is the home of the world famous Golden Temple founded by Guru Ramdas, the fourth Guru of the Sikhs, in the year 1579. Amritsar is the most important seat of Sikh history and culture, trade, and also, the gateway for travellers coming to India, on the overland route through Pakistan. Diwali, Baisakhi, Basant and Gurparabs are the main festivals celebrated in Amritsar.

Ludhiana

An important industrial town, Ludhiana is famous for its hosiery goods. Woollen garments produced here are sold all over the world. The famous Punjab Agricultural University is situated on the outskirts of Ludhiana. Rural olympics of Qila Raipur, Chharpper Mela, and Kila Mela at Pau, attract lakhs every year.

Anandpur Sahib

This place has a number of historical Gurudwaras, with a backdrop of Naina Devi Hill. On the day following the festival of Holi, devotees flock to Anandpur Sahib, to participate in the Hola Mohalla celebrations, re-enacting Sikh battles of yore, with ancient arms and weapons. 

Patiala

Patiala has magnificent forts, palaces and gardens. The Quilla Mubarak, the nucleus of Patiala, houses impressive armoury and chandeliers. Patiala also produces some exquisite handicrafts.

Sirhind

Sirhind was an important city of the Mughal period. It has a number of fine mosques and tombs. It was here, in the ancient Sirhind Fort built by Firoze Tughlak, that the two young sons of Guru Gobind Singh were bricked alive, when they refused to embrace Islam. The Fatehgarh Sahib Gurudwara marks the spot . Closeby is the Rauza of Hazrat Mujadadud-din Altaf Sheikh Ahmed Farooqu, regarded by many Muslims to be only second to the Prophet Mohammed.

Jalandhar

Jalandhar is renowned for its sports goods, and is an important industrial centre. Monuments of this city include the 800 years old Imam Nasir Mausoleum, Devi Tala and the 400 years old Jama Masjid. 

Sanghol

Located in the district of Ludhiana, Sanghol is an important archaeological site. Excavations of the site have yielded coins of the Nomadic rulers Toramana and Mahiragula. A Buddhist stupa was excavated in 1968. In February 1985, a rich collection of 117 intricately carved stone slabs, pillars and crossbars relating to the Kushan dynasty, were excavated. These treasures have since been showcased in the Museum at Sanghol.