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Gobindgarh Fort
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Gobindgarh Fort

Amritsar, Punjab, India

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Overview

Maharaja Ranjit Singh's city fort where the Koh-i-Noor was once vaulted — now a live-museum of Sikh martial history, 7D shows and Punjabi food courts.

Why visit: The Sikh empire's treasury fort, reopened after 170 army years.

Things to do
  • ›Sher-e-Punjab 7D show
  • ›Coin and weapon museums
  • ›Haveli food street
  • ›Evening projection show
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Travel Information

Best time

Oct–Mar (evening light shows)

Entry fee

From ₹99

Est. budget

₹300–800

Duration

2–3 hrs

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