About Meerut
Amritsar to Meerut distnce : 440 km
Estimated travel time : 7.7 hours
Meerut is one of the historically important city near the Capital city of Delhi. Meerut is a city in Meerut district of the western part of the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh that has the settlement dating back form the Indus civilization.
Meerut is an ancient city of the India that once was the part of the Hastinapur Empire of Kauravas. Also according to mythology the city was known as 'Maya Rashtra' in ancient time and the wife of Ravana, Mandodri belonged from that city. The city also has the traces of Indus Civilization and witness the rule of Mughals, Vaishyas, Rajputs, Gujjars, and Jats. The culturally driven and rich heritage of the city will help you know a lot of things about Meerut. Apart from that Meerut is the place from the the very first popular revolt of 1857 against the British started. The city is famous for its scissors, sports goods and Gazak. Meerut is also the sports capital of India. Meerut is the place where several mythological traces from the great epic, Mahabharata have been found. At present the city is one of the big metropolitan city in the NCR region after Delhi and developing as the industrial hub. If you want to enjoy the place to the fullest, September to December will be the right choice for you, as during these months the weather is pleasant.
Taxi from Amritsar to Meerut is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Amritsar to Meerut by car is well connected by road and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Amritsar to Meerut distance is 440 Km and is 7.7 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
2. Ludhiana - Ludhiana, also in Punjab, is famous for its textile industry. The Nehru Rose Garden, Maharaja Ranjit Singh War Museum, and Gurudwara Nanaksar Jagroan are some attractions you can visit here.
3. Ambala - Ambala is a city in Haryana known for its military heritage. The Ambala Cantt Junction is one of the oldest and largest railway junctions in India. You can also visit the Gurudwara Panjokhra Sahib and Badshahi Bagh Gurudwara here.
4. Kurukshetra - Kurukshetra is a historic and religious city in Haryana. It is believed to be the holy place where the epic battle of Mahabharata took place. The Brahma Sarovar, Jyotisar, and Sri Krishna Museum are popular tourist spots here.
5. Panipat - Panipat is known for its historical significance as it was the site of three major battles in Indian history. The Panipat Museum, Devi Temple, and Kabuli Bagh Mosque are worth a visit.
6. Baghpat - Baghpat is a small town in Uttar Pradesh known for its agricultural heritage. It is located on the banks of the Yamuna River and is famous for producing high-quality sugar cane and jaggery.
Tourist Attractions
Augharnath Temple
Gandhi Park
Shahid Smarak
Suraj Kund Park
Fantasy World Water Park
Government Freedom Struggle Museum
Kali Paltan Mandir
Mansa Devi Mandir
Ecological Park
Shapir or Shahpeer Sahab ki Dargah
Draupadiโs Kitchen
Hastinapur
Saint John's Church
Bhole ki Jhaal
Vidura Ka Tila
Digambar Jain Temple
Mustafa Castle