Gobindgarh Fort Amritsar

Gobindgarh Fort Amritsar (Entry Fee, Timings, History, Built by, Images & Location)

A historical museum and cultural theme park, the Gobindgarh Fort displays Punjab’s history and Punjabi culture in all its splendor. Traditional Punjabi clothing, household objects, and even ancient military equipment are on display in a number of museums. Tourists are drawn to light and laser performances like Sher E Punjab and Whispering Walls, which tell the stories of Gobindgarh and Maharaja Ranjit Singh, respectively.

Additionally, there are live performances where artists use ancient martial arts like Gatka and Bhangra to amuse the audience. For art enthusiasts, the art museum features numerous paintings of Punjab’s numerous saints and heroes. Visitors can purchase traditional goods including Phulkari-style clothing and vibrant Juttis (footwear) at the Haat Bazaar after finishing their sightseeing.

The architecture of the Gobindgarh Fort 

Built of brick and lime, the magnificent fort has four bastions and twenty-five cannons. Nalwa Gate, the main gateway, bears the name of Hari Singh Nalwa, the Sikh Khalsa Army’s commander-in-chief. As the primary entrance, the Darwasa-a-i-Ali is a wooden door with exquisite, complex carving on the eastern side. The interesting fort includes an underground passage which goes to the Lohgarh Fort in Lahore. The French military architectural style had an effect on the 100-meter-wide moats that surround the fort. Moti Jhil was the name of the dhab that provided the water around the moats. Inside, a coin minting factory that has been turned into a museum was used to make artillery.

History of the Gobindgarh Fort 

The historic fort was first constructed in the 18th century by Gujjar Singh Bhangi, who called it the Bhangian Da Qila. Later, in the early 19th century, Maharaja Ranjit Singh improved it and renamed it after Guru Gobind Singh, the tenth Sikh guru. In 1837, Prince Nau Nihal Singh, the grandson of Maharaja Ranjit Singh, was married in a lavish ceremony held at the fort. To protect Harmandir Sahib and the city from any assault, Maharaja Ranjit Singh fortified the huge fort even more. He enlisted the assistance of a French architect to update the plans, which were greatly influenced by French military designs. After independence, the Indian Army destroyed a fifty-meter-tall water tower that had been finished in 1874.

Things to Do at the Gobindgarh Fort

1. Sher e Punjab

Visitors will be astonished by the captivating manner a 7D display about Maharaja Ranjit Singh’s life transports them to the 19th century. Using holography and pepper ghost technology, the great king’s illustrious past is shown in a way that aims to inspire and educate visitors. Sher e Punjab is a fitting name for this attraction.

2. Toshakhana

The Coin Museum is the minting house where both new and antique coins are now on display. This museum is significant because it formerly housed the renowned Kohinoor diamond that the Maharaja wore. Now on exhibit beneath the original Nanakshahi brick is a duplicate of the Kohinoor. Visitors are still in awe of the roof’s circular structure, which has held up well over the years.

3. The Bungalow

The structure, which once housed the Garrison Commanders, has been transformed into a museum dedicated to historical warfare. The museum has a large collection of lifelike figurines and replicas of military gear and weapons.

4. Spirit of Punjab

A stage where live performances of dholi, comedy, games, gatka, gidda, bhangra, and other arts take place throughout the day. Every day, guests who participate in the competitions win rewards.

5. Kanda Boldiyan Ne

Having witnessed history, the fort’s silent walls have a tale to tell. With its renowned laser and art projectors, Whispering Wall is a unique exhibition that uses mapping technology to portray the life of Maharaja Ranjit Singh. The event, which is performed in both Punjabi and English, takes place every evening after sunset and leaves the audience speechless.

Show Time: 8:30 PM, with voice-over in Punjabi. Voice-over in English at 10:15 p.m.

6. Ambarsari Zaika

Genuine Amritsari Punjabi food is available to tourists at Swaad Gali at a number of stores and live counters that entice their palates.

Timings :
Fort Timings – 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM (Daily)
Sher E Punjab – 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Kandha Boldiyan Ne – 2 shows daily after sunset
Pagdi & Sikh Art Museum – 10:00 AM – 07:30 PM
Toshakhana – 10:00 AM – 07:00 PM
War Museum – 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Time Required : 4-5 hours

Entry Fee :
All Tickets Permit Entry to the Fort and Museums

Sher-E-Punjab: INR 199 (valid till 4 PM)
Kanda Boldiyan Ne: INR 199 (valid after 4 PM)
Maharaja Ticket: INR 358
Sawari Ticket: INR 175 (valid till 4 PM)

Book your Ticket online at: www.fortgobindgarh.com

Tickets available till 4:00 PM only