5 places to visit on Independence Day to celebrate your freedom

India will mark its 78th Independence Day this year on August 15. On August 15, 1947, our nation gained independence from the British. Several brave Indian leaders lost their lives in the fight for independence. Many patriots, including Chandrashekhar Azad and Shaheed Bhagat Singh, gave their lives in the fight for independence.

Here are 5 places to visit on Independence Day to celebrate your freedom

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1. Jallianwala Bagh in Amritsar, Punjab

During the independence movement, this historical site was the place of some of the most horrific massacres. British soldiers opened fire on the crowd celebrating Punjab’s well-known festival Vaishakhi on April 13, 1919. When one visits a place like Jallianwala Bagh on Independence Day, one can truly recognize the priceless independence that was won as a result of the brave freedom fighters’ sacrifices.

2. Wagah Border near Amritsar, Punjab

Punjab’s Wagah Border is close to Amritsar. The daily flag-lowering ceremony that has been held at this border since 1959 is what makes it famous. This place gives guests the chance to see the most spectacular retreat ceremony, a symbol of patriotism.

3. Red Fort, Delhi

Every year on Independence Day, a huge crowd gathers at the Red Fort. The nation’s prime minister addresses the people and raises the flag at the Red Fort on August 15. This scene is itself historic and filled with patriotism.

4. Nathu La Pass in Gangtok, Sikkim

The Nathu La Pass is an old Silk Route that was used for trade between India and China until 1962. However, the spot currently serves as both an Indo-China border and a tourist destination. Another significant structure here is the Nehru Stone, which honours India’s first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru’s visit to the site in 1958.

5. India Gate, Delhi

India Gate in Delhi is another place you can visit on Independence Day. All year long, it’s a magnificent sight, but on August 15, laser lights cover the whole India Gate in the tricolour’s colours.