Jallianwala Bagh Museum, Amritsar, Amritsar Cantt.: Photos, Reviews & Location

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#7 of 7 Tourist attractions in Amritsar, Amritsar Cantt. #3 of 3 Museums in Amritsar, Amritsar Cantt.

LocalGuideWorld score: 4.60

0.3 km from the center of Amritsar, Amritsar Cantt.

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1418, Gali Number 7, Ramanand Bagh, Katra Ahluwalia, Amritsar, Amritsar Cantt., Punjab 143001, India

amritsar.nic.in

+91 85588 22984

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What is the rating of Jallianwala Bagh Museum?: Jallianwala Bagh Museum is rated 4.6 out of 5 based on 948 reviews.
How does Jallianwala Bagh Museum rank in Amritsar, Amritsar Cantt.?: Jallianwala Bagh Museum is #7 of 7 Tourist attractions in Amritsar, Amritsar Cantt. by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
Where is Jallianwala Bagh Museum located?: 1418, Gali Number 7, Ramanand Bagh, Katra Ahluwalia, Amritsar, Amritsar Cantt., Punjab 143001, India — 0.3 km from the center of Amritsar, Amritsar Cantt..
How can I contact Jallianwala Bagh Museum?: Phone: +91 85588 22984 · Website: amritsar.nic.in

Reviews (10)

Diksha 2023 Oct 18

The Jalianwala Bagh memorial has an easy access from the Golden temple side too and this can be done on foot.

The Jallianwala Bagh is a testament to the sacrifice of our Indian fore-generations.

simranjeet singh 2023 Oct 04

Galleries here show British era of India and sacrificed given by people in Indian war of independence.And its very near to Golden temple and its a big Garden any body can visit both palaces in single visit.
Free water facility, shades for sitting
Well maintained

Sushil Kumar 2023 Aug 26

Jaliawala Bagh massacre is curse of British colonial history in our country. They ruined our Country over 200 years. It happened when all peoples meeting in this place.

Supriyo Ghosh 2023 Aug 12

It is a well maintained memorial, a place of historical importance in India's fight for freedom. Entry is free currently.

Deep Singh 2023 Jul 08

Jallianwala Bagh is a historic public garden located in Amritsar, Punjab, India. It is infamous for being the site of a brutal massacre that took place on April 13, 1919, during the British colonial rule in India. The incident, known as the Jallianwala Bagh massacre, is considered a turning point in India's struggle for independence.

The Jallianwala Bagh massacre occurred when a large crowd, primarily consisting of peaceful protesters, had gathered in the enclosed garden to protest against the repressive Rowlatt Act imposed by the British government. General Reginald Dyer, an officer of the British Indian Army, ordered his troops to open fire on the crowd without any warning or means of escape. The troops continued to fire for about ten minutes until they ran out of ammunition.

The consequences of the massacre were devastating. Official records state that at least 379 people were killed, while unofficial estimates put the number much higher, with thousands injured. The incident shocked the entire nation and fueled widespread outrage against British colonial rule. It also led to the resignation of some British officials and served as a catalyst for the Indian independence movement.

Jallianwala Bagh has since been converted into a memorial and serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made during the struggle for independence. The site features a memorial monument, a well where many people jumped to escape the firing, and a wall with bullet holes as a testament to the brutality of the event. The Martyrs' Gallery and the Flame of Liberty are other notable features within the memorial complex.

Visitors from around the world come to Jallianwala Bagh to pay their respects to those who lost their lives and to gain a deeper understanding of the history and struggles of the Indian independence movement. The place stands as a symbol of courage, resilience, and the indomitable spirit of the Indian people in their fight for freedom.

AJITH BR 2023 Jun 30

Located near golden temple, no entry tickets or fees.

Every sensible person can feel and understand pain and emotions, pays respect to the people who lost their lives inside these walls. Don't treat this place as a picnic location.

You can literally Feel the horror and atrocities of the British Empire, blood thirsty vampires.

Our freedom fighters lost their lives for us.
History ✍️
The Jallianwala Bagh massacre, also known as the Amritsar massacre, took place on 13 April 1919. A large, peaceful crowd had gathered at the Jallianwala Bagh in Amritsar, Punjab, British India, to protest the Rowlatt Act and arrest of pro-independence activists Saifuddin Kitchlew and Satyapal. In response to the public gathering, the temporary brigadier general R. E. H. Dyer, surrounded the protesters with his Gurkha, Baloch, Rajput and Sikh troops from 2-9th Gurkhas, the 54th Sikhs and the 59th Scinde Rifles of the British Indian Army. The Jallianwala Bagh could only be exited on one side, as its other three sides were enclosed by buildings. After blocking the exit with his troops, he ordered them to shoot at the crowd, continuing to fire even as the protestors tried to flee. The troops kept on firing until their ammunition was exhausted. Estimates of those killed vary from 379 to 1,500 or more people and over 1,200 other people were injured of whom 192 were seriously injured.

Jai Hind 🇮🇳

Varsha 2023 Jun 30

When I reached and I saw a short film on base on 1919, I got goosebumps. I was totally speechless for some time and realised what the people did not suffer for freedom.

Kuldip Singh 2023 Apr 07

This is a lovely place to visit free of charge and details the massacre of Jallianwala Bagh. The indoor exhibits are good are let down by poor projections which could be better if it was projection mapping. Also security staff use their whistle instead of leaving their chair to deal with any visitors. It can get hot outside but there is plenty of shelter. Its surprising to see that before during and after the massacre the authorities passed laws to control people, controlled the press, controlled the meeting up of people and had trials without legal judiciary!

Joe Francis 2023 Feb 28

It's a historical place which reminds us of all the sacrifices and troubles we had to go through to get our freedom.

You can see the bullet marks and well which was described in our history books. You get to re live the old days and count our blessings for the freedom we have now.

It's a must visit if you go to Amritsar. The gallery and the history displayed was very good.

There is a small theatre on the 1st floor which was a short 5 mins video.

Puneet Nozal 2023 Feb 23

The Jallianwala Bagh is closer to the golden temple, the place is very well maintained. The gallery has many pictorial representations and a few visual aids to understand the unfortunate incident. It's a free to enter site. It has many small galleries explaining the horrific incident which occurred during British rule. The place is well maintained and there is a light show everyday in the evening around 6pm.