Jalandhar - one of the most modern, exciting and vibrant cities in India
Like all other modern cities in the world, Jalandhar too has been changing over the years. While the old Jalandhar fascinates, the new Jalandhar seems to cling to its past while making way for the future. Jalandhar region has a rich tradition of learning and education right from antiquity. Following its past tradition, Jalandhar has become a hub of education in North India.
It is compact and safe enough to be both friendly and fun. The city boasts of a unique combination of historic, cultural and social facilities.
Commercial Base
Although best known for its cultural attractions, Jalandhar is also a major commercial base. Over the past twenty years, many highly successful companies have grown up in the city and surrounding areas, with particular strengths in computing and communication technologies.
The opening up of economy and the huge strides in infrastructure development makes it a fascinating place to be in. Yet despite the rapid change it is possible to see something of a centuries old culture.
Easily Accessible
However you decide to get here, you’ll find that Jalandhar is extremely accessible from just about any destination. It is easily accessible by road as well as rail; and well connected with Chandigarh, Delhi and Amritsar, the cities being equipped with International airports.
The tropical climate coupled with the vibrant and friendly culture add to the attraction of the town as a lively and happening place positioned on the cultural and commercial artery of India i.e. Grand Trunk Road. Being in the heartland of NRI belt of Northern India, the city is a blend of traditional and western life style.
Safe and Affordable Environ
An erstwhile capital of Punjab province, Jalandhar is a perfect blend of old and new. Despite all the modern facilities, the city is amazingly affordable with reasonable cost of living for students.
Safe environs, affable city culture and abundance of avenues for fun and frolic make Jalandhar and surrounding areas likeable for students.
City of 3 C’s
The city is draped in cosmopolitan colours with lots of facilities for partying and other fun activities. Jalandhar is the city known for three “Cs”: Cuisine, Climate and Culture. The city prides itself for having scores of eating points dishing out Continental, Italian, Oriental and other varieties of Cuisines. The city has a rich culture and is well known for its hospitality and assimilative power. The rich cultural heritage gives a clarion call to peace and prosperity. The city is a perfect blend of people of different religions and customs. The city experiences a wide climatic variation as well. The year may be divided into four seasons- winter season, summer season, monsoon season and the post monsoon or transition period.
Facts About Jalandhar
- Jalandhar is the Sports City of India being India's foremost producer of world class sports equipments.
- 12 of India's greatest hockey players have come from a single village, Sansarpur, in Jalandhar city.
- Jalandhar was the capital of Punjab from India's independence (1947) until Chandigarh was built in 1953.
- Jalandhar today is a highly industrialized centre
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- Devi Talab Mandir
- Imam Nasir Mausoleum
- Jamma Masjid
- Pushpa Gujral Science City
- Tulsi Mandir
- Shaheed-E-Azam Sardar Bhagat Singh Museum
- St Mary’s Cathedral Church
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