Jallianwala Bagh
The walled garden where British troops fired on an unarmed crowd in 1919.
- Timings
- Around 6:30 AM – 7:30 PM
- Entry fee
- Free
- Time needed
- 45 minutes – 1 hour
- Best time
- Morning, before the crowds
About Jallianwala Bagh
On 13 April 1919, Brigadier General Dyer ordered troops to fire on thousands of unarmed people gathered in this enclosed garden, blocking the only narrow exit. Hundreds were killed; many died jumping into the well to escape. The bullet marks are still visible in the walls, and the well is preserved. A memorial and museum now stand here. A recent renovation drew criticism for softening the site's rawness, but it remains essential — and it is a five-minute walk from the Golden Temple.
Insider tips
- The bullet marks in the wall and the well are the parts that stay with you
- Five minutes' walk from the Golden Temple — do both in one morning
- It is a memorial to a massacre; visitors are asked to behave accordingly
Jallianwala Bagh — common questions
What are the Jallianwala Bagh timings?
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Jallianwala Bagh is open Around 6:30 AM – 7:30 PM.
What is the entry fee for Jallianwala Bagh?
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Entry: Free.
How much time do you need at Jallianwala Bagh?
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Plan for roughly 45 minutes – 1 hour.
What is the best time to visit Jallianwala Bagh?
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Morning, before the crowds.
How crowded does Jallianwala Bagh get?
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High crowd levels overall — go early to avoid the worst of it.
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