Jalandhar is an ancient city in Jalandhar District which is in the state of Punjab, India. Previously it is known as Jullundur. Jalandhar is named from Jalandhara, a demon king who lived in water - Jal (water) and andhar (in) as per his name. It has an population of almost a million, and another million live in the rural areas outside the city. Sikhs constitute about 78% of the population in Jalandhar,Hindus constitute for the other.

Jalandhar is the world's biggest manufacturer of leather tool pouches and aprons with major American and European customers buying from factories in Jalandhar. Jalandhar city is well known for its production of traditional Indian Sweets, leather goods, rubber goods, sports equipment and auto parts. Many major leather manufacturer companies were established here, the largest being Gee Kay International who supply a variety of leather products ranging from garments to tool bags around the world. It is also famous for surgical tools. Jalandhar also has the biggest printing industry in India.

Devi Talab Mandir is an old temple of goddess Kali. It is one of the 51 Shakti Peethas and the Kali is known as Tripurmalini. Sati Devi's right breast fell here. Lord Shiva of this temple is called Bhishan Bhairav. The famous tourist destinations in Jalandhar are Pushpa Gujral Science City, Devi Talab Mandir, Haveli and Wonderland. Hotels in Jalandhar are The Regent Park Hotel, Skylark Hotel, Dolphin, Hotel Plaza, Maya Hotels, Leo Fortune, and Taj provides you the budget and luxury accommodations.