Places To Visit In Bathinda Sightseeing

Qila Mubarak in Bhatinda is an ancient monument and has been in existence since the rule of the Kushana Kingdom under Kanishka. The fort is also known as the Bhatinda fort and was attributed to Raja Dab around 90-110 AD. The fort also became the place where the first Empress of India Razia Sultana was defeated and imprisoned.

Bhatinda lake is a favorite spot to spend the evenings for the people of the city. The promenade near the lake’s shores is great for a relaxing evening walk and the various eateries located nearby attract a huge number of people. Boating facilities are also available at the lake with Kashmir styled Shikara Boats.

The Mazaar of Peer Haji Rattan is a wonderful display of the religious diversity in India. The mosque is built alongside a Sikh Gurudwara and a Hindu temple and shares its walls with the two.

Bir Talab Zoo is a famous attraction in Bhatinda, it is spread across an area of 161 acres and was established in 1978 by the Red Cross society and is now governed by the Forest and Wildlife protection department of Punjab. The zoo is a home to several rare and endangered species of animals, reptiles and birds.