About Ambala
Jammu to Ambala distnce : 385 km
Estimated travel time : 7.5 hours
Jammu to Ambala is the most popular route for both domestic as well as foreign tourists due to its geographical location and connectivity. It is located on the border of Haryana, Punjab, and Chandigarh and is hence seen as a launching pad for exploring Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Chandigarh, Jammu, and Kashmir.
Skirted by the Ghaggar river and the Tangri river, Ambala has two sub-areas Ambala Cantt and Ambala City, and hence is called "Twin City". It is known for its large Indian Army and Indian Air Force presence. Ambala is of high religious importance with a number of famous Gurudwaras like Badshahi Bagh which commemorates the visit of Guru Gobind Singh ji, and Temples like Bhawani Amba temple. It is said that Ambala got its name from Bhawani Amba. Although there are other beliefs too about the name of this city. Ambala is equally important for business as well and is home to the largest Cloth Market in the sub-continent having about 1000 wholesale shops. From silks to handlooms, you will be spoilt for choice. Apart from the cloth market, its Science Market, gold jewellery, and linen items are quite popular.
Taxi from Jammu to Ambala is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Jammu to Ambala by car is well connected through NH44 and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Jammu to Ambala distance is 385 Km and is 7.5 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
Bari Brahmana - Mata Vaishno Devi Temple, Raghunath Temple, Shiv Temple
Darui - Chichi Mata Samba, Mohargarh fort, Shiv Temple
Jasrota - Gurdwara Sri Guru Singh Sahib, Kali Mata Temple, Fort Temple, Rani Mahal, Wildlife Sanctuary
Lakhanpur - Durga Temple, Kalika Mata Mandir, Ravi River, Sai Mandir
Pathankot - Laxmi Narayan Mandir, Jai Maa Kali Mandir, Nurpur Fort, Mata Ashapurni Ji Mandir
Mirthal - Mirthal Temple, Shiv Mandir, Hanuman Mandir, Gurudwara Sahib
Dasuya - Baba Lal Dayal Ji Temple, Forest Sightseeing, Tugal Shah Pir Baba Mosque
Jalandhar - Devi Talab Mandir, Baba Sodal Mandir, Kanji Wetland, Gurudwara Tahli Sahib, Science City, Nakodar Dargah Mudar sha ji
Phagwara - Bhai Ghaniya Sewa Kander, Mansa Devi Mandir, Museum
Ludhiana - Lodhi Fort, Gurudwara Dukh Niwaran Sahib, Garden, Chintpurni Mata Mandir
Khanna - Guga Merhi Kartar Nagar Khanna, Gurudwara Baba Nirgun Dass Ji, Jama Masjid, Shiv Temple
Rajpura - Hare Krishna Temple, Shri Durga Mata Temple, Gurudwara Sahib, Shiv Temple