Ambala is a city in Haryana, India, located at the border with Punjab and near the capital Chandigarh.
The city is split into two areas: Ambala Cantonment and Ambala City, which are less than one kilometer apart, earning it the nickname “Twin City”. Ambala has a significant Indian Army and Indian Air Force presence in its cantonment area. It is strategically located between the Ganges and Indus river networks, with the Ghaggar and Tangri rivers flowing through the region.
Ambala plays a key role in local tourism and is 47 km south of Chandigarh, 148 km southwest of Shimla, and 198 km north of New Delhi.
places to visit in Ambala
Gurudwara Manji Sahib
Gurudwara Manji Sahib is a prominent Sikh shrine in Ambala, visited by Guru Hargobind Singh (the sixth Guru) and Guru Gobind Singh (the tenth Guru). It is one of the most revered Sikh places in the city.
Rani Ka Talab
Rani Ka Talab is a 400-year-old historic pond located in Ambala Cant, managed by the Indian Army. It holds great cultural and historical significance in the region.
Sisganj Gurudwara
Located just 300 meters from Gurudwara Manji Sahib, Sisganj Gurudwara is a two-story Sikh shrine dedicated to Guru Tegh Bahadur, the ninth Sikh Guru. It is an important religious site for the Sikh community.
Jain Mandir
Ambala is home to the Shvetamber Jain sect, and the Shri Supashvarnath Temple, a 105-year-old Jain temple, stands as a testament to the city’s Jain heritage, with many Jain saints visiting it over time.
Bhawani Amba Temple
The Bhawani Amba Temple is an ancient temple dedicated to Goddess Amba. It is believed to be the origin of Ambala’s name and has a rich history of religious importance in the city.
Badshahi Bagh Gurudwara
This Gurudwara marks the visit of Guru Gobind Singh, who stayed here on his return journey from Lakhnaur, where he had visited his maternal parents. It is a significant historical site for Sikhs.
Shiv Mandir
Shiv Mandir is a 300-year-old temple located in the cloth market of Ambala. The temple has undergone multiple restorations, maintaining its historical and religious significance over the centuries.
Lakhnaur Sahib Gurudwara
Gurudwara Shri Lakhnour Sahib is located in Lakhnour village, where Mata Gujri, the mother of Guru Gobind Singh Ji, was born. It is an important pilgrimage site for Sikhs.
Best Time To Visit Ambala
Ambala experiences a range of temperatures throughout the year. Due to the humidity, the city feels hot for much of the year, with low chances of rain. The hottest months are May, June, and July, with early June being the peak, where daytime temperatures often reach around 41.1°C, and nighttime temperatures rarely dip below 25.7°C.
