9 Outdoors- Other to Explore in Punjab

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Punjab

A state in northern India. Mainly agricultural state. it is one of the smaller albeit prosperous states of the nation, and home to a lively, hospitable and dynamic people.

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Harike Wetland

Situated in the confluence of river Beaz and Sutlej. One of the important and most visited wildlife sanctuaries in Punjab. This is a paradise for bird watchers and attracts thousands of migratory birds.

Kanjli Wetlands

A manmade wetland which dates back to the 19th century. It covers around 490 acres and it has been included in the lists of wetlands of international importance. Tourists can enjoy fishing, boating, and other activities.

M.C. Zoological Park, Chhat Bir Zoo, Zirakpur

A zoological park situated close to Zirakpur which was constructed in the 1970s and is home to a large variety of birds, mammals, and reptiles. The zoo is home to 369 mammals, 400 birds, and 20 reptiles.

Moti Bagh Palace

A huge palalce in Patiala which is also known as Pearl garden palace. The Old Moti Bagh Palace and New Moti Bagh Palace were built respectively by Maharaja Narinder Singh. The facade has Rajasthan-style jharokas and chhatris, and the palace is set in a beautiful garden with terraces, water channels and a Sheesh Mahal.

Netaji Subhas National Institute of Sports: Patiala

This is is Asia’s biggest Sports Institute, situated in Patiala city. This institute is housed in the Old Moti Bagh Palace of the erstwhile royal family of Patiala State,

Ropar Wetland

This is a man-made freshwater wetland covering 1,365 hectares. Surrounded by the Shivalik hills in the northwest and the plains in the south. This is a popular tourist attraction for bird watching and boating.

Sheesh Mahal

This sprawling three-storied building, part-European and part-Mughal in appearance, was built by Maharaja Narendra Singh to provide a space for expression for the many artists, poets, and scholars who were in his court. It has a remarkable collection of paintings and so many sculptures etc Now it serves as a museum.

Shri Kali Mata Temple

Temple which is devoted to the Godess Kali. This magnificient temple is located infront of the Baradari garden. It was built by the late Maharaja Bhupinder Singh in 1936. Architecturally this temple is very famous and a lot of devotees visit this place every year.

Wonderland, Jalandhar

This is a theme park located in the heart of Jalandhar with a lot of rides and having a vast area of 11 acres. There are so many attractions inside the park and a lot of tourists visit this place every day.

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