Amritsar to Gorakhpur Flights

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About Amritsar

This city is located in the state of Punjab in northwest India, just 28 kilometres from the international border with Pakistan and at a distance of 217 kilometres from the state capital Chandigarh. Amritsar was founded by the fourth Guru of the Sikh lineage. This is the centre of the Sikh religion, with the holy shrine- the Golden temple situated here.

Amritsar airport

Known as Raja Sansi international airport (IATA: ATQ), Amritsar airport is located at a short distance of 11 kilometres from the city. Bus services from various locations within Punjab and other states, provide accessibility to Amritsar airport.

This airport serves as one of the main connecting hubs to the neighboring states, Himachal Pradesh and Kashmir. To check out all low-cost flight tickets from Amritsar airport, browse flight offers in Paytm. All planned for a tour to Gorakhpur? Check flights from Amritsar to Gorakhpur using Paytm to find the best prices. Grab the latest offers on flight booking and plan your itinerary within your budget.

About Gorakhpur

With a legacy reaching far into the ancient times and a history that is mixed with mythology, Gorakhpur is a city located on the foothills of the Shivalik Mountain Ranges along the border with Nepal, in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. The city is a pilgrimage destination, especially for the Buddhists. This holy city is where Lord Buddha gave up his royal privileges and embarked on his journey to find the essence of life. Gorakhpur serves as a gateway to other major Buddhist pilgrimage sites like Kushinagar, Kapilavastu, and Lumbini. The Gorakhnath Temple honors the city’s name, Guru Gorakhnath, a famous saint who lived here during medieval ages. Travellers can grab the best flight offers and get amazing deals through Paytm to make your air travel a memorable and easy experience.

Quick Facts about Gorakhpur

Year Incorporated: Gorakhpur was established in the year 1801.

Official language: The official language of Gorakhpur is Hindi.

Altitude: Gorakhpur is located 8230 metres above the sea level.

Area: The total area of Gorakhpur city is 3321 square kilometres.

Weather: The city has a humid subtropical climate. The warmest month is May with a temperature of around 39.5 degrees Celsius while the coolest month is January with a temperature of 9.5 degrees Celsius.

Best time to visit: October to December are the best months to visit Gorakhpur. It can also be visited in the month of February when the weather is pleasant.

Distance from the Airport to the city : 9 km is the driving distance between the Mahayogi Gorakhnath Airport of Gorakhpur and the main city.

Major Railway station: Gorakhpur Junction Railway Station is the main railway station of the city.

Major Bus stations: Gorakhpur Kachari bus stand, Gorakhpur bus stand.

Major Tourist Attractions in Gorakhpur

Gorakhnath Math (Gorakhnath Mutt): This temple is the seat of the Nath monastic group in the Nath tradition. The name originates from the medieval saint Gorakhnath, a hermit who travelled wide and far across India and wrote numerous texts that form the basic fundamentals of the Nath Sampradaya. The temple, in its vast premises, conducts various cultural and social activities and is well-known as the cultural hub of Gorakhpur.

Railway Museum: The main attractions in this museum are a large crane, a steam engine and a road roller- special because these were the versions used almost a century ago. Apart from all these, the main attraction here is the Lord Lawrence Steam Engine, which was built in 1874 in London. A minimally priced ticket for the toy train will provide for a memorable experience for kids as the train tours around the premises of the museum. A unique food section named the Heritage Coach comprises small train compartments, lined up as mini restaurants, serving various cuisines.

Gita Vatika: This is a temple-complex spread across 5.2 acres, founded by the famous religious writer Hanuman Prasad Poddar. The temple is known for its aesthetically built statues, depicting Radha and Krishna and preserves their legacy. Separate sanctums of Shiva and Ram are placed on either side of the complex. This green campus is reputed for its cleanliness. The temple is constructed on a raised platform and as you descend down the temple, a small hall can be seen, where devotees sing ‘sankirtan’ continuously, throughout the day. Near this hall, there is the ‘Natyashala’ or playroom where plays about the life of Radha and Krishna are performed on special days.

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Transportation in Gorakhpur

Gorakhpur is well-connected to the rest of India through rail and airways. For commuting within the city, cycle-rickshaws are very common with the people. Public buses are also available in selected routes. Auto-rickshaws, taxicabs and private cabs are also available and can be hired for roaming within the city and also to commute to some nearby places from the city.

Dining in Gorakhpur

Gorakhpur offers renowned sweet dishes and delicious kebabs, great in taste. One shall come across the historic Indian culinary art still alive here. This city is indeed a paradise for all food lovers. The Kakori kebabs of Gorakhpur are considered a real delight. The minced meat of goat, grilled with charcoal fire, being blended with various spices, is served along with green chutney. Some of the unique sweet dishes of this region are the Shahi Tukra, Gulab Jamun and Kaju Barfi.

Few of the good places are:

• Cinnamons restaurant
• Clarks Inn
• Bobby’s Golghar

Gorakhpur Airport

The Gorakhpur airport is called the Mahayogi Gorakhnath Airport. It is just 8 km away from the main city of Gorakhpur. It caters to only domestic flights.