Location: Punjab
Distance: 310 km from Delhi
Popular As: Manchester of India
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| Ludhiana |
Getting There –
By Train – Ludhiana railway station is a major railhead on the Delhi – Amritsar route. The railway station is connected to Delhi by several express and superfast trains.
By Road – National Highway 1 connects Ludhiana to Delhi via Ambala. The road journey from Delhi to Ludhiana generally takes around seven hours.
Overview –
Ludhiana is a major city located in the state of Punjab. An industrial hub, Ludhiana is also called the ‘Manchester of India’. The city is dotted with numerous big and small industries, like knitwear factories, yarn mills, bicycle manufacturing factories and more. Ludhiana is also a popular tourist destination and draws tourists in large number round the year. Consisting of the Old City and the New City, the city is famous for its rich history, over 500 years old.
Don’t Miss –
While in Ludhiana, don’t forget to buy woollen garments. Visit popular attractions of the city, namely Water Park, Hardy World, Dream Land, Rose Garden and Maharaja Ranjit Singh Museum. From Ludhiana, also visit the nearby town of Ferozpur, known for its holy shrines and historic sites.
