Land of Five Rivers
"Punjab" means "Land of Five Waters," representing its five rivers -
Beas, Chenab, Jhelum, Ravi, and Sutlej.
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Agricultural Hub
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Known as India's
"Granary,"
Punjab boasts fertile soil and extensive farming practices.
Golden Temple
Golden Temple
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Amritsar's Golden Temple, or
Sri Harmandir Sahib
, is Sikhism's holiest shrine.
Punjabi Language
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Punjabi, the official language, uses the
Gurmukhi
script and is one of India's scheduled languages.
Bhangra and Giddha
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Energetic folk dances like
Bhangra (men) and Giddha (women)
showcase Punjab's rich culture.
Wagah Border Ceremony
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The daily ceremonial closing of the
Wagah Border showcases military pageantry and patriotism
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Industrial Hub
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Punjab has emerged as an industrial hub with a focus on
textiles, sports goods, and hosiery.