Planning a trip to Patiala? 5 things you must have before going there

When you think of Punjab you definitely think of vivacious city Patiala. Patiala is a princely city known for its Patiala Rajputs and their heritage. The popular printing press of Nawal Kishore was founded in the 19th century in Patiala therefore the city is also known as ‘City Of Newspapers’. Patiala is also a household name as it is famous for its various classics like the Patiala salwar, Patiala Peg, traditional turban and has bollywood flicks like ‘Patiala Hose ‘on its name. Patiala is known for its people like Rakesh Sharma, the first Indian astronaut who was born here and other famous personalities like Jimmy Shergil, Navjot Singh Siddhu, Mohinder Amarnath, Om puri and Harbhjan Mann to name some.  

Patiala Tourism can be enjoyed the best by keeping little but important things in mind.

·         Weather Update: You must have complete knowledge of current weather conditions of Patiala and seasons best suited for travelling. The summers are extremely hot and monsoons here experience high humidity, making winters the best season to plan a vacation. From October to February you can get the best of Patiala tourism.

·         City Map: To enjoy the ethnic flavor of Patiala’s rich culture and legacy its best to carry a city map that will guide you to nooks and corner of the city and make you familiar with its tradition and legacy. Moreover a city map will also make you aware of routes and nearby places that you can visit and make your holiday a complete thrill. The nearby cities of Place to See in Patiala include Amritsar, Ludhiana and Ambala, which are also unique travel destinations.

·         Accommodation: Patiala tourism offers you a lot of options in terms of hotels. All luxury, budget and small hotels are available in Patiala but to your surprise in peak period like that of winter holidays it is tough to find accommodation in this city. To avoid this hassle, book your hotels in advance and just drop your bags in your room as you reach here without wasting a minute on thinking where to stay?

·          Places to Visit: Make a travel plan and work it out to enjoy Patiala tourism. A comprehensive list of attractions that city offers like Quila Mubarak, Sheesh Mahal, Kali Devi Temple and Baradari Gardens will help you to experience the city completely, reaping full worth of you time and money.

·         Eating Joints: To enjoy traditional and authentic delicacies of Patiala, supplement yourself with a food guide that will lead you to restaurants, eateries and cafes that offer only authentic Patiala food and beverages. It is easy to get mislead when it comes to genuine flavors and traditional dishes but with a list of authentic eating joints, you know where to eat and what to eat to make it your authentic Patiala tourism.

Patiala is a city of warm and affable people. The hospitality offered by the city is what you will remember most and fell good about. So, keep yourself intact with these must haves when visiting Patiala and experience this vivacious city in full spirit.