Punjab is a state in northern India known for:
- Punjabi culture and hospitality
- Agriculture (“Granary of India”)
- Sikh heritage
- Bhangra and Punjabi music
- Rich food like butter chicken, sarson da saag, and makki di roti
Major Cities
- Amritsar
- Ludhiana
- Jalandhar
- Patiala
Famous Places
- Golden Temple
- Wagah Border
- Jallianwala Bagh
Language & Culture
- Main language: Punjabi
- Major festival: Vaisakhi
- Traditional dance: Bhangra & Giddha
Economy
Punjab is one of India’s major farming states, especially known for wheat and rice production.
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Punjab is called the “Land of Five Rivers.”
The name Punjab comes from:
- “Panj” = five
- “Aab” = water/rivers
These five rivers are:
- Jhelum River
- Chenab River
- Ravi River
- Beas River
- Sutlej River
All of them are tributaries of the Indus River.
Punjab is famous for:
- Fertile agricultural land
- Wheat and rice production
- Rich Punjabi culture
- Bhangra and Gidda dance
- Sikh heritage including Golden Temple