Wagah Border

Wagah Border- History, Border Parade Timings, Entry Fee, Itinerary, Luggage Counter, Address, How to Reach, Online Booking.

Wagah Border History:

Wagah Border, the border between Indian and Pakistan. At this border, the Lowering of the Flags ceremony can be observed (Flags of Both India and Pakistan). One can proper seats to be occupied to view this spectacular view. At this eve both India and Pakistan open the gates, salutes and lower the flags, representing the symbol of rivalry and brotherhood. This is the place where one can be close to the India and Pakistan Border watching the spectacular ceremonies.  Once the ceremony of lowering of flags started, ladies and kids are allowed to dance over the marching zone or road. One can watch the spectacular parade. The Indian Flag is posted at 360 feet just a little above of Pakistan.

Wagah Border Timings:

2.00 am to 6.00 pm

Wagah Border Entry Fee:

No Entry Fee (Free)

Itinerary:

2.30 pm	·       Katari Border Check post opens
	·       Can Park the vehicles
	·       No Physical Checking (No Checking is done)
	·       From This Point Take a Rickshaw to the Next Check post
3.00 pm	·       Enter Second Check post entrance
	·       Followed by Physical Checking
3.30 pm	·       Enter the Stadium
	·       Select proper seating (_Close to the Pakistan gate for the better view)
4.00 pm	·       Spectacular Music Starts at the stadium
	·       BSF Jawan (Soldier) hosts the show
4.00 pm	·       Ladies and Kids are allowed to perform dances t the marching zone
5.00 pm	·       Jawans of the respective countries starts  the Flag ceremony
5.30 pm	·       Ceremony Ends at the Border

Luggage Counter:

Per Bag Rs 40/-

Points to be noted:

• Any ID Proof is necessary for Indians
• Pass Post and Visa are must for foreigners
• Separate Queues of both men and women
• No Network will work at the parade area, so better to be pre-planned
• Snacks, Water bottles are available at the local stalls
• No bags or any kinds of luggage’s are allowed inside

Wagah Border Address:

Wagah Border,

National Highway 1 PB,

Amritsar,

Punjab – 143001

How to Reach Wagah Border?

By Air:

Raja Sansi Airport is the nearest Airport which is 34.5 km away

By Rail:

Amritsar Railway Junction is the nearest Railway Station which is 28.1 km away

By Road:

Amritsar is well connected with many other cities.

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