AMBALA
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Location : 
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Haryana 
Founded By : An Amba Rajput
Founded In : 14th Century
Famous As: A Sikh Pilgrim Site

Description
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Ambala also spelt as 'Umbala' is located in the northeastern state of Haryana, just east of the Ghaggar River. It is widely believed that Ambala; the meeting point of the hills and plains was founded in the 14th century by one Amba Rajput. A major grain, cotton and sugar trade centre, Ambala is a major pilgrim centre for the Sikhs and is known basically for its shrines. 

One of India's largest military cantonments, which also houses a commercial centre and an airfield, lies 4 miles southeast. Economically important industries include cotton ginning, flour milling, food processing, and various manufactures. Cloth weaving and bamboo-furniture making are important handicrafts. 

Prime Attractions
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The Gurudwaras: Ambala is known for the multiplicity of shrines and is revered by the Sikhs as an important Sikh pilgrimage. The three historical gurudwaras namely, Badshahi Bag Gurudwara, Sis Ganj Gurudwara and Manji Sahib Gurudwara are associated with Guru Govind Singh, Guru Tegh Bahadur and Guru Hargovind respectively. Muslim pilgrims throng the shrines or 'dargah' of Lakhi Shah, associated with Tej-ud-Din Chisti and Taqwal Shah, throughout the year. 

Paget Park: Located in the north of the city is a pleasant open space known as the Paget Park. It has the shell of the St John's Cathedral, designed in the 14th century Gothic style, which was bombed in the 1965 Indo-Pakistan war. 

Rang Mahal: the majestic palace of Rang Mahal at Buria has beautifully carved stone arches and pillars, erected during Shah Jahan's reign. 

How To Get There
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Air: The city is served by Ambala Airport. 
Rail: The Shatabdi Express connects Ambala to New Delhi. Besides, there are frequent trains to Chandigarh. 
Road: Ambala is connected by road with Delhi and Amritsar. 

Where To Stay 
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Batra Palace, Lawrence Road. 
King Fisher tourist complex (Haryana Tourism). 
Mountain Quail. 

