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Amritsar with locals was so easy since everyone here is so friendly and eager to talk to westerners. Amritsar has such a local vibe, in comparison to the Indian megacity of Mumbai. This made being a solo traveler super easy. Residents are genuinely happy to welcome tourists to their city. Staying in a hotel near the Golden Temple will give you the best experience.

It was perfect for an authentic Amritsar experience. They offered wonderful breakfasts each day in their large dining room, as well as a peaceful rooftop. Each morning I would stand on the rooftop, gazing at the low-rise structures for what seemed like bar. Here are a few highly-rated Amritsar hotels and homestays I recommend for gay travelers, all with fantastic locations in the city.

The Golden Temple is the obvious draw to Amritsar, the holiest city of Sikhism. This magnificent site grounds the city in peace. The temple is a glitzy structure surrounded by fountain waters and marble walkways. Sikhs flock here to pay respects and I bet you will see some bathing in the water! The wide-open perimeter walkways are perfect to visit both day and night.

I particularly liked visiting after dusk while everything is lit up. Visitors can also wait in line with the Sikhs to see the temple up close. As you enter the walled area surrounding the temple, grab a head covering showing hair is not allowed and rinse your feet in the water.

Toss your sandals aside and take it all in. The rhythm of the music played constantly is mesmerizing and seemed to relax me. Walk the main strip through town at night, leading to and from the Golden Temple. The glow of all the buildings is lovely. Gay municipality has put significant effort into beautifying this area, so make sure to experience it.

Side streets in this area have small shops where you can purchase souvenirs. Although I felt safe the entire time, some areas outside the city center are quite poor and not very developed.

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Take a trek off the beaten path so you can observe the local life. Ask your hotel to arrange a car to drive you there, or book a border ceremony ticket in advance. This unforgettable ceremony takes place once per day. In the late afternoon, the Indian army and Pakistani army perform a routine on their respective sides of the border wall.