About District

Origin of the Name of the District

The district is named after Jalandhar, a demon king, who finds a mention in the Puranas and Mahabharta. According to another legend, Jalandhar was the capital of the kingdom of lav, son of Rama. According to yet another version Jalandhar is said to have derived its name from the vernacular term `Jalandhar’ means area inside the water, i.e. tract laying between the two rivers Satluj and Beas, still another name of Jalandhar had been Trigartta, as it was waters by three rivers, Satluj, Beas and Ravi.

Location

Jalandhar is located on the intensively irrigated plain between the Beas and Sutlej rivers. The city, which has major road and rail connections, is a market for agricultural products. Manufactures include textiles, leather goods, wood products, and sporting goods. Jalandhar was the capital of Punjab from India's independence (1947) until Chandigarh was built in 1953.Jalandhar is situated at 710 31’ East and 300 33’ North at a distance of 146 kms from state capital Chandigarh. It is at a distance of 350 Kms from Delhi on Delhi-Amritsar Highway. It is surrounded by Ludhiana district in East, Kapurthala in West, Hosiharpur in North and Ferozepur in South. It is well connected by road and train. Nearest Airport is RajaSansi Airport, Amritsar at a distance of 90 kms.

Total Area and Population of the District

According to 2001 Census provisional, the area of Jalandhar District is 3,401 sq. km According to 2001 Census provisional figures, the total population of the district was 19,53,508 persons (10,26,535 males and 9,26,973 Females).

History & Culture

In ancient time, the district or Kingdom of Jalandhar comprised the whole of the Upper Doabas from the Ravi to the Satluj. According to the Padama Purana, as quoted by General Conningham the country takes its name from the great Daitya King Danava Jalandhara the son of the Ganga by Ocean.

The whole of Punjab and the area of present Jalandhar District was part of the Indus Valley Civilization. Harappa and Mohenjodaro are the sites where remains of the Indus Valley Civilization have been found extensively. The archaeological exploration made during the recent years have pushed the antiquity of the Jalandhar District of the Harappa period. On the basis of surface exploration, the following new sites have been bought on the Archaeological map of India and the traces of the self-same people as at Harappa and Mohenjodaro have also been detected in Jalandhar District at the following places:-

District Administration

Deputy Commissioner's Role

The responsibility of General Administration of the District lies with the Deputy Commissioner. He is the Executive Head and has three fold roles as (i) Deputy Commissioner,(ii) District Collector and (iii) District Magistrate.

He is assisted by the following officers for carrying out day to day work in various fields:--

• Additional Deputy Commissioner
• Assistant Commissioner (General)
• Assistant Commissioner (Grievances)
• Executive Magistrate
• District Revenue Officer
• District Transport Officer
• District Development and Panchayat Officer
• Civil Defense Officer
• Urban Ceiling Officer

The Deputy Commissioner is the Chief Revenue Officer as District Collector and is responsible for collection of Revenue and other Govt. dues recoverable as arrears of Land Revenue. He deals with the Natural Calamities like draught, unseasonal rains, hailstorms, floods and fire etc.

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Tourism

• Dakhni Sarai

  

  Dakhni Sarai was built in the 17th century by Mughal nobleman Ali Mardan Khan. The large quadrangular setting typifies a rest house of the times, the outer walls of which enclose a half-domed mosque, a well, geometric gardens and rooms for travellers. A magnificent gateway, ornamented with tiles and fine red sandstone screens, welcomes visitors to the compound marked by circular bastions on all corners.

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• Mughal Bridge

  

  To the east of the Dakhni Sarai, in Mallian Kalan village is one of the few remaining Mughal-era bridges. Built during Shah Jahan’s reign, it spans the Dhauliveni River, is made of Lakhauri bricks and has five supporting arches, the central one being the highest.
  Timings: Sunrise to sunset

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• Phillaur Fort

  

  Originally a serai (inn) builtby Shah Jahan on the Grand Trunk Road, the magnificent Phillaur fort was substantially reconstructed by Maharaja Ranjit Singh to serve

  Originally a serai (inn) builtby Shah Jahan on the Grand Trunk Road, the magnificent Phillaur fort was substantially reconstructed by Maharaja Ranjit Singh to serve as the easternmost outpost of his empire. Designed by the Maharaja’s Italian and French generals, the fort’s architecture has a distinct European character. It has an extensive moat and its outer walls are inclined inwards to deflect cannon balls. Later, it became an artillery centre for the British Indian Army. Since 1981, it has been a training school for police – the oldest in India – and is today called the Maharaja Ranjit Singh Punjab Police Academy. It also has Old Weapons Museum and Photo Gallery of Police officers served at the fort.

  Timings: Thursdays only from 7:00 am to 7:00pm.

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• Sarai

  

  Not far from Nakodar is Nur Mahal, a small town best known for the ruins of a beautiful medieval sarai built by Noor Jehan

  Not far from Nakodar is Nur Mahal, a small town best known for the ruins of a beautiful medieval sarai built by Noor Jehan. Sacked on several occasions and effectively ruined by armies from within and outside Punjab, it wasn’t till the end of the 19th century that the town saw a turnaround when the British restored the sarai’s grandeur. Its exquisitely ornamented western gate stands like an imposing sentinel over the marketplace today.

  Timings: Sunrise to sunset

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• Shiv Mandir

  

  The Shiv Mandir situated at the heart of the frenetically busy market called Gur Mandi was built by a Nawab of Sultanpur Lodhi. Located near the medieval mausoleum of Imam Nasir and Jalandhar’s Jama Masjid, the temple displays an interesting amalgam...

  The Shiv Mandir is situated in the heart of the busy Gur Mandi and was built by the Nawab of Sultanpur Lodhi. Located near the medieval mausoleum of Imam Nasir and Jalandhar’s Jama Masjid, the temple structure is an interesting amalgamation of Hindu and Islamic architectural styles. It is a popular destination for devotees to flock to on Shivratri.

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• Tombs of Mohammad Momin and Haji Jamal

  

  Nakodar is home to two 17th century architectural gems, the beautifully maintained Mughal-era tombs of court musician Mohammad Momin, a tanpura maestro, and his student Haji Jamal.

  Nakodar is home to two 17th century architectural gems, the beautifully maintained Mughal-era tombs of court musician Mohammad Momin, a tanpura maestro, and his student Haji Jamal. The tomb of Mohammad Momin has striking pointed arches, carved screens, intricate glazed tiles and plaster walls with painted designs. Facing it is the tomb of Haji Jamal, set atop a square platform with two flights of steps on each side, and crowned by a bulbous dome, also ornamented with splendid tiles.

  Timings: Sunrise to sunset

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• Vajra Museum

  

  Address
  General RD Hira Road Near Station Head Quarter Jalandhar Cantt
  5 KM From Jalandhar Cantt Railway Station
  4 KM From Jalandhar Bus Stand

  Incharge

  (a) Subedr Budhi Singh - 7696125378
  (b) Naib Subedar Mohinder Singh - 9467321513
  (c) Havildar GT RAO - 8699312039

  Address

  General RD Hira Road Near Station Head Quarter Jalandhar Cantt
  5 KM From Jalandhar Cantt Railway Station
  4 KM From Jalandhar Bus Stand

  Timings:

  Summer
  Morning: 1000Hrs TO 1200 Hrs
  Evening: 1700 Hrs TO 1900 Hrs

  Winter
  Morning: 1030 Hrs TO 1230 Hrs
  Evening: 1600 Hrs TO 1800 Hrs

  Sunday & Holidays – Closed

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• Devi Talab Mandir

  

  Devi Talab Mandir is located about 1km from the railway station. The old Devi talab has been renovated and in his centre

  Devi Talab Mandir is located about 1km from the railway station. The old Devi talab has been renovated and in his centre, a new temple has been built. Recently a model of Amarnath Yatra has been built in the premises. An old temple of goddess Kali also stands by the side of the Devi Talab. The gilded Mandir is famous for the ‘Hariballabh Sangeet Sammelan’ held every year in December at its precincts for the past 125 years. Famous classical music exponents – both instrumental and vocal come together and perform at this gathering. In Devi Talab, there is a large masonry 200 year old tank sacred to Hindus.

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• Ranjitgarh Golf Club Phillaur

  

  The Ranjitgarh Golf Course, situated on the banks of river Sutlej, was formally established in 1982 as a 9-Hole Course. This Golf Course is situated in a low-lying ...

  The Ranjitgarh Golf Course, situated on the banks of river Sutlej, was formally established in 1982 as a 9-Hole Course. This Golf Course is situated in a low-lying area, which was once a flood plain of the Sutlej. The original Course has been redesigned and re-laid and what we have today is a modern 9-Hole repeat Course. The Greens have been adjudged to be the best in this part of the country. Automatic pop-up sprinklers have been fitted in an underground network of irrigation pipes to ensure sufficient greenery on the Greens and the Fairways.

  The Club House portrays a colonial structure and has a huge lounge, dining room and a terrace room, besides, Executive Lounge, Kitchen, Billiard Table, Card Room and the Bar. There is also a Golf Practice Range and a modern Swimming Pool. At present, there are about 455 regular members of the Club. The club is registered with IGU & also under the Co-operative Societies Act.

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Accessibility

	Airport Nearest Airport	Sri Guru Ram Dass Ji International Airport, Amritsar Telephone Number: 91-183-2214166 Sahnewal Airport, Ludhiana Telephone Number: 91-161-2844569
	Railways Railway Station	Jalandhar Railway station Telephone Number: 0181-131
	Bus Service Bus Service	Saheed Bhagat Singh Interstate Bus Terminal,Jalandhar Telephone Number: 0181-2223755

Accomodation

Country Inn & Suites By Carlson
Phone: + 91 181 5098123,130 Email: reservations@jalandhar.in Website: www.countryinns.com Know More
Hotel Inderprasth
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Hotel Kings
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Hotel President New Court
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Hotel Residency
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Hotel The Regent Park
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Majestic Grand
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Taramount Hotel
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The Nest Hotels & Motels
Phone: +91 181 45691313-14,+91 181 5000013-14 Email: nest.hotel@rediffmail.com Website: www.hotelm1.com Know More

ATM

Tour Operators

Jalandhar Travel Corporation Sidharth Murria R-6, Main Market Bhargav Nagar, Nakodar Road, Jalandhar, India. Ph: +91-181-4621853.(Direct) Fax: +91-181-4621853. Mobile: +91-9888101853. Skype: Sidharth.murria Website: www.jtcholidays.com E-mail Id:- info@jtcholidays.com	Balli Travels Regd B-8&9 Near Income Tax Office Model Town Road Jalandhar-144001 Ph.0181-4614580
Mr. Deepak Bhatia Airwings Services (P) Ltd., Sahota Building, Model Town Road, Opp Hotel Skylark, Jalandhar Ph. (0181) 2230178, 2224277, 5083245 airwings.services@gmail.com	Mr.Deepak Gupta S.J.K Enterprises Pvt Ltd 106 Prestage Chambers Jalandhar-144001 Mob. 9876500181, ph.0181-2340000
Mr. Surinder Kumar Chopra Chopra Foreign Travels Opp. Friends Cinema, Civil Lines, Punjab, Jalandhar Ph. (0181) 5080446 (D), 4610588 cftjalandhar@yahoo.com	Mr. Jagmohan Sublok BOC Travel Advisors (Regd) 17 - Sutlej Market, G.T.Road, Jalandhar Ph. (0181) 2457085 D 2255193 jsublok@hotmail.com
Mr. Ravinder Singh Bhatia East West Agencies ES - 31 Civil Lines, Friend Cinema Road, Jalandhar Ph. (0181) 2220640 (D), 2220640, tejinder@eastwestagencies.com	Mr. Narinder Davesar Bharti Travel Advisor (Regd) Doaba Market, Opp. General Bus Stand, Near Punjab Roadways, Deport No.1, Punjab, Jalandhar Ph.(0181) 2231038 (D), 2232667, 5080327 narinder_bharti@hotmail.com
Sh. Mohanjit Saini Emm Jay Travels & Export Pvt. Ltd Opp.Narinder Cinema, G.T.Road, Jalandhar Ph. (0181) 2225998 (D), 2221083/84, emmjay_travels@hotmail.com	Mr. M. S. Bhatia Bhatia Travels 925,G.T. Road, Near General Bus Stand, Jalandhar Ph. (0181)5004000, 2223545, 9814835000 ps@bhatiatravels.com
Mr. Subhash Mahajan Ess Kay Travels 920, G.T. Road, Jalandhar Ph. (0181) 4615583, 4615564 esskaytravels_07@yahoo.co.in	Mr. Harkesh Chhabra Capital Travel Service Nakodar (Regd) 222, Near Arya Samaj Mandir, Hospital Road, Nakodar, Dist., Nakodar Ph.(01821) 220072, 220142, 222472, 222700 capitaltravelservice@gmail.com
Mr. Ramesh Gandhi Gandhi Travel Service (Regd.) ES-31 A, Civil Lines, Near Patel Hospital, Jalandhar Ph.(0181) 4620063/64/65 2221175/2701 gandhitravel@gmail.com	Mr. Sukhbir Singh Shergill Indo (International) Travels Desh Bhagat Building Near B.M.C. Chowk, Jalandhar Ph. (0181) 2458219, 4617151, 2459481 indointltravels@yahoo.com
Mr. Kulwant Rai Ghai Ghai Travels 100 Defence Colony Market, Jalandhar Ph. (0181) 2223457, 4623457 info@ghaitravels.com	Mr.Gurcharan Singh Inter World Travels 919, G.T. Road, Near Wimpy Jalandhar Ph. (0181) 2453387 (D), 2226145/3582 iwtravels@yahoo.com
Mr. COL D S Sangha (Retd) New Samrat Travels Opp Amar Hotel, Model Town Road, Jalandhar Ph. (0181) 2222083, 4629707 travels.samrat@gmail.com	Mr. V. K. Khanna Khanna Enterprises (Regd) Vijaya Towers, Near S.B.I Civil Lines, Jalandhar Ph. (0181) 2240603,2220266 (D),2220267 khannae_qju@hotmail.com
Mr. Satpal Multani Richi Travels 301, 2nd Floor, Delta Chambers, 35, G.T. Road, Opp. General Jalandhar Ph. (0181) 5055151-56, 4699999 (30 Lines) richitravels2003@yahoo.co.in	Mr.Jyoti Shrama LAP Travels Private Limited 18, Sutlej Market, G.T. Road, Jalandhar Ph. (0181) 5084710, 5084711, 2452586 ntsqju@yahoo.co.in
Ms. Sania Bhatia Rozgar International 005-Upper Basement, Prime Tower, G.T. Road, Jalandhar Ph. (0181) 5075353, 4612442 rameshrozgar@yahoo.com	Mr. Jagdeep Singh Sandhu New Doaba Travels 918 - Nimrata Complex, Near Narinder Cinema. Jalandhar Ph. (0181) 2226091 (D), 4600191 newdoaba2000@yahoo.com
Mr. Meharban Singh Sangha Sangha Flight Centre, 917, Nimrata Complex, Near Wimpy G T Road, Jalandhar Ph.(0181) 4635050, 2452547 (D) 4631010 sangha7@gmail.com	Mr. Pankul Sharma Sharma Travels 916, First Floor, Near Narinder Cinema, G.T. Road, Jalandhar Ph. (0181) 2223429/529 pankulsharma2005@yahoo.co.in
Mr. Sahdev Singh Savrupson Travels & Exports Namdev Chowk, Near GPO, G.T. Road, Jalandhar Ph. (0181) 2240425, 4638630 savrupson@hotmail.com	Mr. Dharm Pal Sondhi Sondhi Travels 6, Param Market, Civil Lines, Opp. State Bank of India, Jalandhar Ph. (0181) 2233111 (D), 2236659 kuldip@jla.vsnl.net.in
Mr. Jugal Kishore Puri Puri Travels 'Regd' 916 1st Floor, Near Wimpy G T Road, Bus Stand, Jalandhar Ph. 9814288917(M) (0181) 2221779 puritravels2003@yahoo.co.in	Mr. Kuljit Singh Universal Travels 92-93 Rajinder Nagar Market Opp. Commissioner's Office Near New Courts, Jalandhar Ph. (0181) 2222836 (D),2224499 universal-travels@hotmail.com
Mr.Divya Sehdev Sehdev Travel & Educational Services S.C.O. 1/6 C New Market, Behind Narinder Cinema, Jalandhar Ph. (0181) 5080435/36, 5031170 dsehdev@jla.vsnl.net.in	Mr. Rajeev Sharma Parkash Travels Doaba Market, Opp. Bus Stand, Jalandhar Ph (0181) 2236349, 2239067 parkashtravels@yahoo.co.in
Mr.Ashish Mittal TSC Travel Services Private Limited SCO-610, 5th Floor, Prestige Chambers, G.T. Road, Opp. Narinder Cinema, Jalandhar Ph. (0181) 4688888 deepakgupta@deepakmail.com	Mr.J.S. Thukral Balli Travels Near Income Tax Office, Model Town Road, Jalandhar Ph. 9814067435 ballitravels@yahoo.co.in
Mr. Harsharan Singh H.H. Overseas Travels 14, Sutlej Market, G.T. Road, Near Genl. Bus Stand, Jalandhar Ph (0181) 4623190/191 (M) 9814034520 hhoverseastravel@yahoo.co.in	Mr. Rajesh Puri Puri Tours and Travels LGF-6 Arora Prime Tower, 28, G.T. Road, Jalandhar Ph. (0181) 2453105(D), 6540566, puritour@vsnl.com
Mr. Harjit Singh Paul Rainbow Travels Shop No.7, New Market, Behind Narinder Cinema, Jalandhar Ph. (0181) 2238665, 2238765 sunrainbow72@yahoo.co.in	Mr.Vipan Pal Singh S.R. Verma Travel Service (Regd) Court Road, Phillaur, Ph. (01826) 222345, (M) 9814580517, vipanverma2001@yahoo.com
Mr.Amit Chauhan M.R. Tours and Travel 14 Grand Mall, Adjacent Hotel Radisson, Jalandhar Ph. (0181) 4627777, 4627778 amit@mrtravels.co.in	Mr.Kapil Gupta Stay World International 1st Floor, SCF 6, JTB Nagar Market, Jalandhar Ph. (0181) 4622000, 4611701/2/3 stay_world2@yahoo.co.in
Mr.Madan Mohan Narula Narula Travels 923, G.T. Road, 1st Floor, Near Jalebi Junction, Narinder Cinema, Jalandhar Ph. (0181) 5080325, 4620325 narula_travels123@yahoo.co.in	Mr.Vidya Sagar Aggarwal Sagar International Tours and Travels (A Unit of Sagar Forex Limited)
Mr. Gurdev Singh Blue Bird Travels 3, Global Tower, Cinema, G.T. Road, Near Narinder Cinema, Jalandhar Ph. (0181) 4612012, 4622012, bluebirdtravels.jal@gmail.com	Mrs. Sudesh Bhagat Astha Educational Tours and Travels Lower Ground Floor, Gagandeep, Near Narinder Theatre, G.T. Road, Jalandhar. Ph. (0181) 5002422, 4628622 astharst@yahoo.co.in
Mr.Rajan Narang M/S Shri Krishan Internation Travel OPP old Kamal Hospital 1 Floor Nakodar Road Jalandhar Jalandhar. Ph. 01821-501311,500299 shrikrishantravelinternation17@yahoo.co.in	Mr. Ravinder Kumar Sharma Holiday Tours & Travels 51,Central Market, New Green Park, Behind Hotel Residency Near Narinder Cinema, Jalandhar Ph. (0181) 2235334 (M) 9815174554, holidaytourstrvls@yahoo.co.in
Mr. K J Sanger J & S Travels Private Limited Nam Dev Chowk, Near G.P.O. G.T. Road, Jalandhar Ph. (0181) 4614656, 4628656, jst_qju@yahoo.co.in	Mr. Praveen Kumar Paul Merchants Limited 4, Lower Ground Floor, Alfa Estate, 39, G.T. Road, Jalandhar Ph (0181) 2243802, 2239104 sodhi@paulmerchants.net
Mr.Davinder Bhalla Janta Travels (P) Limited 10-11, Sutlej Market, G.T. Road, Near Bus Stand, Jalandhar Ph. (0181) 2239141, 2223232, 2223348, davinder141@yahoo.com	Ms. Kavita Mittal Kavita Travels (Regd.) 924, (2nd Floor), Near Bus Stand, Upper Jalebi Junction, G.T. Road, Jalandhar Ph. (0181) 5059584 deepak_mittal@rediffmail.com
Mr. Neeraj Khetarpal Khetarpal Travels (Regd) Sandhu Building, Opp. Narinderv Cinema, G.T. Road, Jalandhar. Ph. (0181) 4629107, 4625107 ktravelss@gmail.com	Mr. Bharat Ghai Bipasha Aviation Services Private Limited 108/108-A/109, Pamrose World Trade Centre, G.T. Road, Jalandhar Ph. (0181) 4618814, 5003946/47/48 gpphul@bipashaaviation.com
Mr. Sarabjit Sharma Tania Tour and Travel Shops 38-39, P & R Complex, (2nd floor) Nr. Friends Cinema, Jalandhar Ph. (0181) 4636357 tania658@yahoo.co.in	Mr. Vijay Singh Dogra Ritco Travels 35, Adjoining Delta Chamber, Opp. Bus Stand, G.T. Road, Jalandhar Ph. (0181) 4621786, 5089011/12/18 vijaydogra@transcorpint.com

Internet Cafes

Ladowali Cyber Cafe 9

Ladowali Road, Ladowali Town,
Preet Nagar, Jalandhar, Punjab 144001
0181 245 2028

HyperFlick Computers (Ladowali Cyber Cafe)

SCO 9, Doaba Khalsa School Market, Preet Nagar,
Ladowali Road, Jalandhar, Punjab 144001
098 88 996858

Karan Infoways 21

Vijay Nagar, Football Chowk, Vijay Nagar,
Jalandhar, Punjab 144001
0181 509 6757

Broadband Cafe

9/55 Sadar Bazar, Jalandhar, Punjab 144005
098 15 396252

Krishna Computer Cafe And Mobile Shop

B-1, Old Jawahar Nagar, Opposite Main Gate Of Sd College,
Industrial Area, Industrial Area, Jalandhar, Punjab 144001
0181 222 4229

Sify Iway 213

Monica Tower, Milap Chowk, Industrial Area, Industrial Area,
Jalandhar, Punjab 144001
098 78 693516

Cyber Zone Ielts Centre

Model Town, Jalandhar, Punjab 144003
0181 227 1427

Click @ Internet Cafe 39-A

New Colony, Basant Vihar Road, Near Cool Road,
Jalandhar, Punjab 144001
094 17 289246

Om Cyber Cafe

Doaba Market, Opposite Bus Stand, Doaba Market,
Jalandhar, Punjab 144001
099 14 119215

Theatres

PVR Cinemas

Jalandhar, Punjab

Sarb Multiplex

Opp. Transport Nagar, G.T. Road,
Jalandhar 144002 Punjab
0181 229 9400

Friends Theatre

Jalandhar, G T Road, G T Road,
Jalandhar, Punjab 144001
0181 222 4118

Golden Radio Corporation

New Railway Road, Jalandhar,
Punjab 144001
0181 245 8166

Big Cinemas

Viva Collage Mall, Main G.T. Road, Paragpur,
Opp Lilly Resorts, Jalandhar,
Punjab 144005
0181 305 0977

Shopping

Golf

The Jalandhar Golf Club first began as a golfing facility for police officials of the Punjab Armed Police. Today it’s spread over 6,000 square yards, and has 500-odd members including civilians. There is a differential fee structure for civilians and officers. Maintained by the PAP, the course is indulgently referred to as ‘commando’ owing to its tough fairways and bunkers.

Phillur

This is easily the most picturesque and quiet golf course in the state. Flanked by the Sutlej River on one side, and a 17th century fort on the other, the lush 80-acre golf course is maintained by the Punjab Police Academy housed in the fort. The course boasts of wide fairways which remain green round the year due to the high ground water table in the area. It is a popular weekend excursion for golfers from Ludhiana.

Distances from Jalandhar