It is the oldest city in Punjab. It is the centre of that area of the State which has maximum Non-Resident Indians. This has made it a rich and forward looking city.
An important commercial and industrial nerve center of Punjab, Jalandhar is blessed with several places of historical significance that draw tourists from far and wide. Jalandhar holds prime importance in the production of leather goods and sports equipment, besides being the world leader in the production of leather pouches. It is perhaps one of the oldest cities of Punjab and owes its name to several legends in the past. The capital of Punjab till 1953, Jalandhar was the home of several patriotic leaders of the Indian independence movement. Today, the city has quickly adapted to the modern lifestyle and you can see multiplexes, major shopping outlets and entertainment complexes everywhere.
Entertainment in Jalandhar
Cinema halls, clubs, amusement parks, art galleries, shopping malls are some of the popular means of Jalandhar entertainment. There are a number cinema halls in Jalandhar which are a main source of entertainment for the people living in the city. These cinema halls screen all types of movies including Hollywood, Bollywood and other regional movies.