Ambala is a small city and a municipal corporation located in the Ambala District of Haryana. The city can be further divided politically and geographically as Ambala City and Ambala Cantonment which are just 3 km apart. The city of Ambala separates two river networks – the Ganges and the Indus. To the north, it is surrounded by the river Ghaggar and is covered by river Tangri to the south.
The district of Ambala has also secured its place in the annals of the Indian freedom struggle. During the famous revolt of 1857, the district was an important military base and witnessed a sepoy mutiny that ultimately resulted in suppression of not just the rebellious soldiers, but also many civilians. However, Ambala displayed an inspiring unity among its citizens who resisted the British, irrespective of their religion, creed, and cast. The city continued its role throughout the important phases of the freedom struggle, including the Quit India Movement and the Civil Disobedience Movement. A few British churches and cemeteries still stand here as a reminder of those volatile days.
Today, Ambala is as famous for having scientific instruments manufacturing industries as for its old and serene Gurudwaras.
Ambala is a serene destination that is growing up to be an urban centre for development with the right touch of the tradition and culture. It is also on the border of Punjab, the neighbouring state and has two different sub areas, known as the Ambala Cantonment and Ambala City. Both the areas are just 3 kilometres away from one another, and to the world, the duo is called twin cities.
Ambala is also significant from the tourism point of view. Due to its geographical location, Ambala plays an important role in local tourism. Tourists visiting Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Chandigarh and Jammu & Kashmir have to pass through Ambala.
Ambala is also known to separate Ganges river network from the network of the River Indus and has two rivers surrounding it, namely Ghaggar and Tangri. Much thanks to placement in the Haryana state and along the border of Punjab, Ambala enjoys to play a very dominant role in the tourism of the region for both states.
