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Punjab, India
The city of the Golden Temple (Harmandir Sahib), close to the Attari border.
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Harmandir Sahib, Amritsar, Punjab
Everyone covers their head inside the Golden Temple complex and leaves shoes at the free shoe counters. Scarves are usually available at the entrance, but having your own saves a scramble.
The lesson
Carry a scarf or bandana and wear shoes that are easy to take off.
Harmandir Sahib, Amritsar, Punjab
Midday visits mean hot marble underfoot and the longest line to the inner sanctum. Early morning and late evening are calmer, and the temple reflected in the lit-up pool is a different sight.
The lesson
Plan two short visits instead of one long midday one.
Attari border, Amritsar, Punjab
The evening flag-lowering ceremony at Attari is popular, and the seating gallery fills well before the start. Bags are restricted at security, and the drive back to the city is slow when everyone leaves together.
The lesson
Reach Attari early and travel light.
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A RegretMap travel note suggests carrying your own scarf or bandana for the Golden Temple complex and wearing shoes that are simple to remove at the free shoe counters.
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A RegretMap travel note suggests planning two short visits, such as early morning or late evening, to avoid the heat of the marble walkways and long lines during midday.
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A RegretMap travel note suggests reaching the border ceremony well before it starts to secure a good seat and recommends traveling light due to security restrictions on bags.
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Summarised from travellers' stories and RegretMap travel notes — not verified facts or current advice. Generated Oct 10, 2026.