Jallianwala Bagh

Jallianwala Bagh is a historic public garden and National Memorial located near the Golden Temple in Amritsar, Punjab. Spread over about 6.5 acres, it is preserved as a memorial garden with a central flame, Martyrs' Well, preserved wall marks, and museum galleries. Established as a National Memorial in 1951 and managed by the Jallianwala Bagh National Memorial Trust, it serves as a place of remembrance and is one of Amritsar's most visited heritage sites in the city's historic centre.

Visitors enter through a narrow lane into an enclosed garden with landscaped pathways, lawns and galleries. Inside they can see the central Flame of Liberty (Amar Jyoti), the Martyrs' Well, preserved sections of walls, and four museum galleries with photographs, paintings and audio-visual exhibits. The complex includes information panels, seating areas and a light and sound show area. The setting is quiet and designed for remembrance and sightseeing within walking distance of the Golden Temple.

The garden is associated with the events of 13 April 1919. After independence, the site was acquired for preservation and the Jallianwala Bagh National Memorial Trust was established in 1951. The memorial was inaugurated on 13 April 1961. The complex preserves the well and sections of walls from that period and includes galleries documenting the site's history. It is designated as a National Memorial.

Designated as a National Memorial, Jallianwala Bagh is a place of remembrance and national importance. It is visited to pay respects and to learn about the site's history through preserved structures and museum exhibits. Its location adjacent to the Golden Temple places it within Amritsar's main heritage and pilgrimage circuit.