Amritsar

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. Where is Amritsar?Majha region, Punjab, Northwestern India
2. How many people live in Amritsar?Approximately 1.18 million (2023 estimate)
3. How big is Amritsar?Approximately 325 square kilometers (125 square miles)
4. What is the capital of Amritsar?Amritsar
5. What language do people speak in Amritsar?Punjabi (primary official language), Hindi, English
6. When was Amritsar built?1577 by Guru Ram Das

Harmandir Sahib: The principal Sikh Gurdwara, revered as the holiest shrine, also known as the Golden Temple.
Langar: A communal kitchen in Sikh Gurdwaras offering free vegetarian meals to all visitors, symbolizing equality and service.
Punjabi Culture: The rich artistic, culinary, and social traditions originating from the Punjab region of India and Pakistan.
Seva: The concept of selfless service, a fundamental tenet of Sikhism, practiced extensively in Gurdwaras.