5 Must-See Places to Visit During a Road Trip from Delhi to Jalandhar

Covering a distance of 381 km between Delhi and Jalandhar can be a memorable journey with all the picturesque views and great tourist spots to check out while you take this road trip. Jalandhar is a beautiful city and you’ll find a number of cities en route that makes for great tourist spots.

This journey of approximately six hours can be a fun ride if you plan right and plan in advance. We’ve listed down five must-see places that you should definitely check out before you reach Jalandhar, the ancient city of Punjab.

1. Go Binge Eating at Murthal

If you’re a foodie, then his one will surely make you supremely happy. Murthal is Delhi’s food haven and you’ll thank us for recommending this place once you gobble up their butter-laden paranthas with fresh curd, pickles, or even a glass of chilled lassi. Murthal is one of the oldest and the most loved places by Delhiites and outsiders because the food served here is authentic and finger-licking good.

And what better way to start the journey with a happy belly and a fresh mind?

2. Shop till You Drop in Panipat

Panipat is known as the city of textiles and carpets, it is one of the largest textile manufacturers and suppliers in the country. Panipat is loaded with local handloom market and wholesalers who’ve been these carpets for generations. Jawahar cloth market, Golden Garden, Siddhivinayak Traders, Home Grace, and Panipat mandi are some of the best handloom markets to check out.

3. Soak in the History at Kurukshetra

And if you’re travelling from Delhi to Jalandhar by taxi then Kurukshetra, the land of History should be on your list. Known for the legendary battle 'Mahabharata', most of the sites here, have reminiscences of the great Pandavas and Kauravas. A few of the famous places to visit in Kurukshetra are the BhishmaKund, Brahma’s Sarovar, Sheik Chill Tomb, and the Kalpana Chawla Museum.

4. Offer Your Prayers at Ambala

Ambala is an important railway junction and is a city famous for its large Indian Army and Indian Air Force presence. Once here, you’ll automatically feel the piousness and purity in the air because the holy city has Sisganj Gurudwara, Jain Mandir, Hanuman Mandir, and Holy Redeemer Church, all under the same sky.

You should also pay a visit to the Rani ka Talab, which is popular because of its 400-year-old history of being an old scenic and historic pond, maintained by the army.

5. Cosy Up in Warm Shawls from Ludhiana

Known for its rich cultural heritage and historical importance, Ludhiana is one of the most beautiful cities of Punjab. If you’re a hoarder for snuggly woollens and warm shawls, then Ludhiana is where you need to be at. Ludhiana offers local markets like Kalyan Nagar, GharaBhan, Akaal Market, AC Market, Dal Bazaar, and Bajwa Nagar for you to explore.

You can also buy some great and comfortable hosiery items along with shawls and woolens from Ludhiana. So, keep your wallets ready once you set a foot in this city.