Mahabharata Connection
Did you know Jalandhar was the capital of Trigarta kingdom whose king Susharma fought for Kauravas during Mahabharat.
Mythical Name
Jalandhar is said to be named after the demon king Jalandhara, who was defeated by Lord Shiva.
Sports Manufacturing Hub
In today's time, Jalandhar is known as a global center for making cricket bats, footballs, and other sports equipment.
Mughal Legacy
Jalandhar has several footprints of the Mughal era. The most prominent of these is the Noormahal sarai.
River-Crossed Landscape
Nestled between the Beas and Sutlej rivers, the city is fertile yet flood-prone.
Musical Heritage
Jalandhar is also home to the Harballabh Sangeet Sammelan—India’s oldest classical music festival.
Sacred Water Site
The pond at Devi Talab Mandir in Jalandhar is believed to have spiritual and healing properties.
Brief Capital of Punjab
Jalandhar served as the Punjab’s capital from 1947 to 1953, when it was replaced by Chandigarh.
Harappan Past
Archaeological explorations in the Jalandhar District have revealed traces of the Harappan civilization.