Just 500m away, India s largest water tank, the ghat-fl anked Bhramasarovar, was, according to Hindu holy texts, created by Lord Brahma. It attracts throngs during solar eclipses ayf tur and Gita Jayanti, anniversary of the Bhagavad Gita (see p 200 ).
Hotels in Chandigarh and Amritsar quickly fi ll during weekends and festivals (book ahead). Attari is a train station near the border at Wagah, but transport from there to the border- closing ceremony is virtually nonexistent, so organise transport from Amritsar.
Moti Mahal Deluxe NORTH INDIAN $$ (%5069991; Hotel Grand Legacy, GT Rd, Model Town; mains 130-350; h9am-11.30pm; a) Moti Mahal enjoys a well-deserved reputation for expertly prepared North Indian cuisine (especially ayf tur tandoori). Consider the tasty murgh makhani (butter chicken) and diwani handi (mixed vegies in a roulette of fenugreek and mint). Icy cold Kingfisher beer is available.
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