Algeria to Amritsar

The capital and largest city of Algeria, Algiers is known for its old mosques, colonial architecture and small charming villages coexisting with modern city districts that boast of a cosmopolitan outlook. Located on the Mediterranean Coast, this city in North Africa is blessed with a beautiful natural setting that adds to the charm of its historic districts. On a tour to Algiers, the ancient city of Casbah offers some unique monuments to discover, including El Kebir Mosque, El Djedid Mosque and Ketchaoua Mosque, each known for their brilliant architecture styles. The entire neighbourhood of Casbah is designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is worth-visiting. Martyrs Square, Notre Dame d’Afrique and the Bardo Museum are some of the most important landmarks in the city. Riadh El-Feth is a combination of a shopping centre and an art gallery, where visitors on a trip to Algiers can shop for interesting local items and artworks in the city. Algiers serves as a base, from where tourists can explore several seaside resorts. Some of the worth-mentioning among them are Sidi Fredj, Douaouda and Palm Beach, each known for their fine amenities and excellent beach activities. Concisely, Algiers is a classic heritage destination that is sure to amaze visitors with its breathtaking Mediterranean shores, and more. From MakeMyTrip, tourists can grab suitable travel package and explore this city in a hassle-free manner.

Located in the north western part of India, Amritsar is a perfect blend of culture and tradition values. Formally known as Ramdaspur, the city is a religious center for the Sikh community. Due to the presence of educational institutions, business enterprises and industrial interests, the city is one of the most admirable and famous cities of Punjab. It is not just Indians who come here to have a glimpse of its beauty, but travellers across the world also love to visit Amritsar. The historical value of Amritsar is high and reflects a deeper side of Indian culture. The landmark of the city is the Golden Temple, officially called as Harmindar Sahib. Local people of the city commonly call it Hari Mandir that stands for ‘The temple of the Lord’ as well as Darbar Sahib which means ‘the court divine’. Besides the Golden temple, there are some other popular places which also have great importance in the land of Punjab as well as India. Places like Jallianwala Bagh, Durgiana temple, Khalsa College, Guru Nanak Dev University and Harike Wetland Lake offer you some beautiful moments to spend with your loved ones. Amritsar is also quite near to Wagah Boarder (Indo-Pak line of control) where a large number of visitors love to go. The more you explore, the more you enjoy! That is the beauty of this magnificent city. Moving in and around the city, you will get the glimpse of handicraft items, carpets and fabrics. The ‘Punjabi Cuisines’ will give you sheer pleasure of visiting this part. You will simply love to taste the lip-smacking foods of this city. The best time to visit Amritsar is from the months of November to the months of February. During this time, the climate becomes quite pleasant and you can enjoy the best time here. Amritsar is also well connected to the Capital of India- Delhi, Chandigarh and Jammu. For booking hotels in Amritsar, you can log onto MakeMyTrip.com which is India's leading travel portal. Here, you can also get attractive discounts on your every booking weather it is flight booking, bus booking, or any other tour related deals.