Best places to visit in Fazilka 

1.Clock Tower Fazilka 

06 June 1939

Built during the Mughal Empire era and British Indian rule yet inspired by Vastu Kala principles and artistic design techniques the tower known as Bangla stands at the Fazilka city center and marks its 79th year anniversary on June 6. Building construction on the 95 feet high monument began in 1936 before its completion on June 6, 1939. Seth Shopat Rai Pediwal Rai Sahib Madan Gopal Pediwal provided Ram Narayan Ghantaghar to public use after its completion in 1939. On behalf of Jalandhar Division ICS commissioner MA PCS appointed the president to preside over the ceremony. The municipal council president at that time was Seth Shyopat Rai while SDM functionality rested with Rai Sahib Lila Dhar Vidhyadhar.

The Ghantaghar (Clock Tower) functions with four entry gates across its different directions and displays its inauguration board written in four exceptional languages. Visitors need to ascend 82 steps from ground level to see the top-most region of the Ghantaghar where clocks and a central machinery exist on each of its facing sides. The Fazilka city achieved an essential position in its development cycle. City. People initiated the successful district headquarters establishment movement for Fazilka from this site. The tower stands as a winess to all municipal revolutions and city welfare pursuits. The council uses funds received from various sources to beautify this monument thus raising the citizens’ spirits. Neither the residents nor the people of the city maintain proper upkeep of cleanliness standards. Some of the people misuse the structure under dark conditions thus creating a disgusting odor while specific social organizations produce building disfigurement through wall-posted advertising materials.

On its 79th anniversary Fazilka’s citizens express their gratitude to the founder while directing their praise toward the Municipal Council for preservation responsibilities.

2.Emu Farms

Emu Farms lies in the peaceful Katehra village within Fazilka district where nature enthusiasts together with bird watchers will find their ultimate destination. The farm attracts attention because of its majestic Emu birds which are located near Jayani Natural Farm.

The animal enclosure of Emu Farms exhibits 45 pairs of Emu birds which move elegantly among their enclosure areas. The farm exhibits enormous flightless birds that combine both graceful appearance with their height and observational traits while displaying an unusual cultural experience for bird enthusiasts in Punjab.

The green-colored eggs produced by Emu birds stand out as a remarkable distinctive feature of these animals. The green coloration of these eggs makes them exceptional guests for view but their medicinal worth causes people to invest in emu farming more critically. Emu eggs possess both strong nutritional values and multiple health-boosting properties thus they gained acceptance in both wellness and culinary applications.

Why Visit Emu Farms?

• Visitors of Emu Farms discover valuable education during their trip because children alongside nature enthusiasts can expand their knowledge about exotic bird species.
• The agricultural site provides visitors with a peaceful natural location that creates calmness after living in crowded urban areas.
• Operationally adopting sustainable and alternative farming serves as a prominent trend in India at the farm.

3.Asafwala War Memorial

Aasafwala Shaheedon Ki Samadh- a sacred memorial and War Museum in the remembrance of the martyrs of 1971 war between Indo-Pak stands seven kilometers outside Fazilka town on National Highway No 10 (now 7). It is managed by “Shaheedo Ki Samadh Committee Aasafwala (Fazilka) with the support of civil and army administration. Aasafwala Shaheedon Ki Samadh stands as an essential site which attracts visitors coming to Fazilka. People can pay solemn respect to every brave fighter who devoted themselves to protect Fazilka from a Pakistani invasion.

During the 1971 Indo-Pak war the soldiers of 67 Infantry Brigade Battalion sacrificed their precious lives while battling the Pakistan military forces near Gurmi Khera village. The soldiers of the Indian side prepared a counterattack after enemy forces reached the village. Their equipment included high quality guns as well as tanks along with ample amounts of ammunitions.

The residents from all homes in the village with neighboring villages connected themselves through hidden passageways designed to confront the Pakistani military. Soldiers from “67 Infantry Brigade Battalion” consistently honor Lord Hanumana through their prayers to secure his divine protection. All military personnel demonstrate a strong willingness to make self-sacrificial measures for their country as they defend the Fazilka city.

The catastrophe of coming days officially started on the third day of December 1971. Pakistan Army launched an attack at Beri Wala Bridge on that grotesque evening as they pushed towards Fazilka. The armed clashes persisted throughout the dates between 17th December to December 17th 1971. The courageous soldier dive into battle and defended our territories except Beri Wala. Dedicated military operations led by troops protected Fazilka City successfully although the soldiers eventually lost their lives in the confrontation.

The conflict terminated at 8 pm on 17th December 1971 because brave soldiers had already died while defending the city. All dead bodies received collection services in the neighborhood area on 18th December 1971. A ceremony took place for one hundred soldiers at a ninety-foot-long massive funeral fire. All personnel serving the country who pay tribute at Shaheedon ki Samadh find heavenly blessings upon them. The memorial function honoring martyrs took place at that location during the previous year. A combination of people representing politicians and government and military personnel and civilians together with students from professional colleges participated in laying floral tributes for the fallen soldiers at the memorial site.

4.Sadqi Retreat Ceremony

People typically associate India-Pakistan border retreat ceremonies with Wagah in Amritsar due to its sensational performances. People who are aware of Ferozepur area are familiar with the moving Hussainiwala ceremony. Patriotism comes together with ceremony at the Sadqi Retreat Ceremony which takes place each day in the peaceful rural area near Fazilka district in Punjab’s countryside.

Sadqi (Sadiqi) village occupies a location adjacent to the India-Pakistan border and exists at a brief 14-kilometer distance from Fazilka town. The border retreat ceremony can be accessed through National Highway 10 (NH-10). Unlike Wagah the Sadqi Retreat Ceremony stands as an important venue to display Indo-Pak military customs and routine operations.

Why Visit Sadqi Retreat Ceremony?

• Every offbeat traveler seeking destinations outside typical tourist zones will find satisfaction at this site.
• Less Crowd: Enjoy a more personal view of the ceremony.
• Check out the national pride vibes and see the BSF along with Pakistan Rangers conducting their exact movements at the Sadqi Retreat Ceremony.
• The Sadqi Retreat provides visitors a special chance to observe as neighboring countries perform their synchronized military operation despite holding different political positions

5.Black Buck Sanctuary Abohar

The Abohar Wildlife Sanctuary spans 18,650 hectares with its distinct characteristic being an open sanctuary where black buck antelope free-range through the farmlands of 13 Bishnoi villages. The indigenous antelope black buck population maintains its free existence within Bishnoi villages and also enters domestic areas. Bishnoi people regard the black buck as sacred and their collective protection strategy has raised sanctuary animal numbers to more than 4000.

Scientists label this black buck population as one of the world’s most extensive unconfined groups in addition to representing a successful conservation achievement. The community continues its conservation approach for the blue bulls in this area just as it does for the black buck population. The area shelters Albizia lebbeck, Acacia nilotica, Azadirachata indica, A. tortilis combined with Wild Boar, Blue Bull, Porcupines, Hare, Jackal among numerous other species of flora and fauna.