About Ambala
Srirampore to Ambala distnce : 1721 km
Estimated travel time : 28.3 hours
Ambala is one of the highly visited cities in India due to its Cloth Market and its geographical location and connectivity. It is located on the border of Haryana, Punjab and Chandigarh and is hence seen as launching pad for exploring Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Chandigarh, Jammu and Kashmir. Its proximity to Chandigarh (47 km), Kurukshetra (50 km), Delhi (198 km), Shimla (148 km) and Amritsar (260 km) and its fantastic train and road connectivity makes it extremely important for tourism.
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 to the visit of Guru Gobind Singh ji, and Temples like Bhawani Amba temple. It is said that Ambala got its name from Bhawani Amba. Althogh there are other beliefs too about the name of this city. Ambala is equally important for business as well and is home to largest Cloth Market in the sub continent having about 1000 wholesale shops. From silks to handlooms, you will be spoilt for choice. Apart from cloth market, its Science Market, gold jewellery and linen items are quite popular.
Taxi from Srirampore to Ambala is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Srirampore to Ambala by car is well connected by road and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Srirampore to Ambala distance is 1721 Km and is 28.3 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
1. Chandigarh - The capital of both Punjab and Haryana states, Chandigarh is known for its well-planned layout, beautiful gardens, and rock garden.
2. Ludhiana - A major industrial city in Punjab, Ludhiana is known for its textile industry. It is also home to several historical landmarks like Lodhi Fort, Maharaja Ranjit Singh War Museum, and Punjab Agricultural University Museum.
3. Jalandhar - Another important city in Punjab, Jalandhar is known for its sports manufacturing industry. It has attractions like Devi Talab Mandir, Wonderland Theme Park, and Niku Park.
4. Amritsar - Famous for the Golden Temple, Amritsar is a significant spiritual and cultural center for Sikhs. The Wagah Border ceremony between India and Pakistan is also a major tourist attraction here.
5. Pathankot - Located near the borders of Jammu & Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh, Pathankot offers beautiful views of the surrounding hills. The Nurpur Fort and Mukteshwar Temple are popular attractions in this area.
6. Dalhousie - A hill station in Himachal Pradesh, Dalhousie is known for its picturesque views, colonial architecture, and various trekking trails.
7. Katwa - A town in West Bengal, Katwa is known for its historical and cultural significance. It has several temples, including the famous Mahaprashasta Temple.
8. Bandel - Located in Hooghly district of West Bengal, Bandel is known for the Bandel Church, one of the oldest Christian churches in India.
9. Kolkata - The capital city of West Bengal, Kolkata offers a rich cultural heritage, historical landmarks, and various tourist attractions such as Victoria Memorial, Indian Museum, Howrah Bridge, and Kalighat Temple.