Punjab – the bountiful land of five rivers, stretching across from northeast Pakistan to northwest India has been, for more than two millennia, the home to a historic passageway that now extends itself as the Grand Trunk Road. It was also the gateway through which waves of immigrants,travellers, and invaders entered the subcontinent. As a […]
Punjab – the bountiful land of five rivers, stretching across from northeast Pakistan to northwest India has been, for more than two millennia, the home to a historic passageway that now extends itself as the Grand Trunk Road. It was also the gateway through which waves of immigrants,travellers, and invaders entered the subcontinent. As a result, a great deal of cultural diversity marks the road.
The greatest journeys are made on the road: biting dust, breathing local life, revving up the engine and hitting the tarmac. For a driving enthusiast, Punjab is an unparalleled destination and Experience Punjab: On The Road is a veritable guide to anyone who want to traverse the various highways and country-roads that carve the region.
Also, the book shares insights and inputs on driving routes throughout the state, dividing the routes into five districts: Amritsar, Chandigarh, Patiala, Ludhiana, and Jalandhar. Additionally, there are practical tips for the readers on how to plan your drive through Punjab, getting your car ready and what to pack.
The guidebook not only covers the regular sightseeing attractions that dot the region: palaces and forts, countless gurudwaras, memorials, and museums, the Golden Temple, and the Attari-Wagah Border. It also takes you to the little known villages on the highway, points at the tiny road-side dhabas serving robust local flavours, and features local art and craft, anecdotes, trivia, and farm stays for the discerning traveller.
Experience Punjab: On The Road uses pictorial style of street photography to capture everyday life and that makes the book a collector’s item.
Main features of the book are:
- Colourful pictures bring alive the essence of the vibrant state. Photo feature on the Golden Temple etc.
- Front Section has detailed information on what to pack, choosing a vehicle, preparing for all eventuality and tips on making a driving trip an enjoyable experience.
- Each drive features a distance/time chart as well as detailed directions to stay on track. It also gives locations of petrol pumps along the route.
- Special Features: The book details some better known and lesser known local festivals and other activities to engage a family including art and craft, music and culture, the distinct cuisine etc.
- There are detailed listings for where to stay and eat all along the route including home stays and farm stays.
~ Source: Times of India