Ambala has withstood the test of time and is now regarded as one of Haryana’s ancient cities. Archaeological findings point to the fact that the land was occupied by people as far back as the Paleolithic Age. During British rule in India, Ambala played a significant role in the struggle against Imperialism. Ambala is also referred to as a town of scientific instruments. It is divided into two halves – the Ambala cantonment and Ambala city. Both areas are about three kilometres apart from each other. In the cantonment area, the Indian Army and Indian Air Force have a significant presence. The cantonment came into existence in 1843, after the British gave up on its cantonment at Karnal. The cantonment is home to the ‘two corps’. Therefore, it is of great strategic importance. Ambala is also quite important from a tourist perspective. Owing to its geographical location, Ambala is an important feature in local tourism. If you happen to be travelling to Himachal Pradesh, Punjab or Jammu & Kashmir, a drive through Ambala will be part of the route. The Indian Army and Indian Air Force camps are a sight to behold. If you are passing through Ambala, you can always pay a short visit to the science market or the cloth market. Also, one must try the North Indian delicacies on offer. If you are looking to hang loose during a short pit-stop, Ambala is the place for you. If you are planning a trip to Ambala, visit during October and November. While in Ambala, you can visit a few religious sites located in and around the city. Finding the perfect accommodation is an important part of any trip. It can have a significant impact on your living budget. There are a number of factors that influence hotel choice: price, amenities, location ease of booking, as well as the type of rooms on offer. With OYO Rooms, you can be assured of living in the comfort of a home away from home. One can find Premium and Budget hotels near Mullana University Road, Shagun Banquet, Sant Hospital and Sadar Bazaar.
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Questions and Answers
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Where can I eat vegetarian food in Ambala City ?
Shree Rathnam, Ambala Haveli, and Clay Kitchen are some of the restaurants in Ambala which are famous for its vegetarian delicacies. If you want to check for local food of Ambala - Choupal, Café Royal is also famous around here. Don't forget to check dhabas in Ambala city!
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Can I get Ambala City pin code ?
The Ambala city is located in Ambala, Haryana. The pin code of Ambala City is 134003 and the other locality near to this city is Ambala Cantt.
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How to book a bus from Ambala Cantt. To Manali ?
Direct buses are available from Ambala Cantt. To Manali. The fare ranges from Rs 700 to Rs 1,000 depending upon the type of bus. As many tourists visit Manali from Ambala, so there will not be any difficulty to get a bus for Manali from Ambala Cantt.
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Is it possible to get local food of Ambala near Ambala Cantt. ?
There are many restaurants in Ambala which are quite famous for the local foods of Haryana. Bajra Aloo Roti, Singri ki Sabzi, and Bathua Raita are famous staple food in Haryana and you can get these dishes Shree Rathnam, Puran Singh Da Dhaba and Choupal.
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I want to know about movie theatres in Ambala ?
Ambala City doesn't have many theatres but Fun Cinemas and Minerva Cinema are well known theatres here. Also, there is Nigar Theatre, which is near to the Minerva Cinema. For more information, contact our OYO Captains.
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Which is the nearest railway station for Ambala Cantt. ?
The Ambala Cantt Junction is closest to the Ambala Cantt. The distance between station and Ambala Cantt. Is approx. 3.5 km for which taxi and buses are available from the railway station.
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How far is Karnal Haryana from Ambala City ?
The distance between Ambala and Karnal is approx. 90 km and the journey could take around 2 hours. Government and private buses both are available from Ambala. Also, NH 44 highway connects directly Ambala and Karnal.
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Where can I get best local sweets in Ambala ?
The sweets are Ambala is quite famous in Haryana. If you are visiting this city do taste sweets here. Bikaner, Kansal Sweets, and Sindhi Sweets are some local sweet shops but famous in Ambala. They have local sweets and desserts in their menu.
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Where can I find good AC rooms in Ambala
You can book AC hotels in Ambala with the help of filters provided by OYO, here you can select the option called 'AC' under the filter 'Hotel Amenities' on your left hand.
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Can you suggest few Ambala 3 star hotels
You can get options of various hotels in Ambala with all basic amenities and quick service at very affordable rates. From the Ambala hotels list, Pick any OYO from 'Budget' under the 'Property Type' Section or you can visit this page- https://www.oyorooms.com/budget-hotels-in-ambala/