PLACES TO VISIT IN CHANDIGARH WHILE EXPLORING THE CITY

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YOU CANT AFFORD TO MISS THESE PLACES IN YOUR
VISIT TO CHANDIGARH
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• The dream city of Indias first Prime Minister
  Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, Chandigarh is one of the
  first planned cities of India. Quite distinct
  from the entire country, Chandigarh is quite an
  organized place to visit at least once in a
  lifetime. It is a Union Territory and is
  administered by Indias central government. One
  of the most striking features of Chandigarh is
  the vast blue sky along with the vast mountains
  beautifying the backdrop. While heading towards
  the city via roadways, one would get an amazing
  view of the skyline with the massive Shivalik
  Ranges arranged in the backdrop. The image of the
  Chandi Temple nestled on the hilltop can also be
  seen faintly. Chandi Temple holds major
  significance as this is where Chandigarh got its
  name from. It is safe city for female travellers
  to head out on solo trips or in a group of all
  girls as it has been recorded to have the lowest
  crime rates in the entire country. Apart from
  city developments, there are a number of
  attractions that one might desire to explore
  while on a tour. Also, there are a number of
  tourist places near Chandigarh that you might
  wish to explore during weekends. To know more
  about the city and its offerings make sure to
  stay glued to the article ahead.

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• Top 8 Places to Visit in Chandigarh
• Rose Garden
• Rock Garden
• Sukhna Lake
• Pinjore Gardens
• The Government Museum and Art Gallery
• The Capitol
• Terraced Garden
• Thunder Zone

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1. Rose Garden

• If you desire to admire nature at its best then
  visiting Rose Garden is an ideal choice. Nestled
  in the 16th sector of Chandigarh, Rose Garden is
  a treat to watch. It is expanded in an area of 30
  acres and features exquisite varieties of roses
  of all the colours including red, pink, yellow
  etc. Built in year 1967 by MS Randhawa, the first
  Chief Commissioner, this garden is one of its
  kind in Asia. It is also named as the Zakir
  Hussain Rose Garden after Zakir Hussain, the
  former president of India. The garden boasts of
  nearly eight hundred and twenty-five varieties of
  beautiful and colourful flowers. These are some
  of the rarest flowers that can be found in the
  garden. There are also over thirty-two thousand
  and five hundred different varieties of medicinal
  plants and trees. The vegetation of the garden is
  neatly planted and are taken care of by expert
  professionals. Plus, the backdrop of the garden
  features the massive Azure mountains which
  further adds on to the beauty of the place. The
  centre of the garden features a fountain. When in
  Chandigarh, make sure to visit the garden and
  bring back some of the most amazing clicks.
• Distance From City Centre  1 km
• Entry Fee  No Entry Fee
• Visiting Hours  500 AM 900
• Ideal Time Required to Explore Rose Garden  4 to
  5 Hours

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2. Rock Garden
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• The renowned Rock Garden is situated in Sector 1.
  It is a designed open-air exhibition hall that
  has successfully used industrial as well as urban
  waste by a former inspector of Chandigarh city,
  Shri Nek Chand. Hence, it is also popularly known
  as Nek Chands Rock Garden. Spread in an expanse
  of 40-acres, it boasts of mosaic sculptures and
  art pieces for the visitors. Built back in the
  year 1957 this piece of uniqueness has become a
  major piece of novelty and innovative imagination
  in the city of Chandigarh. There are a total
  number of five thousand statues situated within
  the garden. There are different kinds of
  embellishments and installations in the three
  different phases that the entire garden is
  segregated into. The first phase is a huge
  labyrinth of niches, chambers, and terracotta
  pots that are beautifully decorated using
  mirrors, toilet fixtures, tiles, broken bangle
  pieces and pieces of tube lights. The
  installations here include statues of human
  figures, animals, and birds crafted using waste
  materials. The second phase of the garden is a
  major attraction as it boasts of an impressive
  waterfall. Other features of this phase include
  intricate pathways, amphitheatres, and courtyards
  along with a miniature village. This phase also
  hosts a number of cultural events all around the
  year. The last and the final phase features
  life-size statues of camels and elephants.

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• Distance From City Centre  4 km
• Entry Fee  Entry Fee is INR 5 for adults and INR
  3 for children.
• Visiting Hours  900 AM 700 PM from the
  months ranging from April to September and 900
  AM 600 PM for months ranging from October to
  March.
• Ideal Time Required to Explore Rock Garden  4 to
  5 Hours

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3. Sukhna Lake
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• The popular Sukhna Lake is nestled at Shivalik
  foothills amidst the beautiful Chandigarh
  surroundings. It is a man-made lake that
  stretches for almost three kilometres which was
  developed back in the year 1958 by damming Sukhna
  Choe, a seasonal stream that flows from the
  mighty Shivaliks. Morning jogging and walking by
  the side of the pristine blue water lake is one
  of the perfect activities that you can indulge
  in. It is also a delightful place for
  photographers and artists along with a
  destination for trying out various fun activities
  including boating, riding on the Solar Cruise,
  and trampoline jumping. The lake is also home to
  various migratory species like cranes and
  Siberian ducks as well as a number of fish
  species. The lake therefore has been declared as
  a reserved national wetland by the government.
  The lake boasts of the golf course as the
  southern boundary as well as the renowned Rose
  Garden as the western boundary.
• Distance From City Centre  4 km
• Entry Fee  No Entry Fee
• Visiting Hours  500 AM 900 PM
• Ideal Time Required to Explore Sukhna Lake  1 to
  2 Hours

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4. Pinjore Gardens
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• Pinjore Gardens is a garden that dates back to
  the seventeenth century. It then belonged to the
  Mughals. It is spread in an expanse of one
  hundred acres and happens to be one of the ideal
  places to see in Chandigarh. It is quite popular
  worldwide for its lush greenery, expanded water
  bodies as well as refreshing fountains and is
  also known as Yadvinder Garden. It is also
  considered as a well-maintained Mughal creation.
  Pinjore Gardens is an ideal example of terrace
  gardens. In Baisakhi, during the months ranging
  from April to June, the popular garden serves as
  a host to the annually held Mango Festival. Some
  of the interesting offerings of the garden
  include extensive flora, a small-sized zoo, a
  serene Japanese garden, a region dedicated to
  historical places, and a splendid nursery for the
  little ones. There are also some zones that serve
  as ideal picnic locations for groups of friends
  and family. Concludingly, the Pinjore Gardens
  have much in store for the visitors of all the
  various age groups including adults and children.
  It is believed that the Pandava brothers visited
  the place and rested here during the period of
  their exile. Post sunset, the garden glows up
  with the lighting of its own, making it the best
  time to be visited by the tourists.

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• Distance From City Centre  14 km
• Entry Fee  INR 20 for each person.
• Visiting Hours  700 AM 1000 PM
• Ideal Time Required to Explore Pinjore Gardens
   2 to 3 Hours

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5. The Government Museum and Art Gallery

• Government museum and art gallery in Chandigarh
  is one of the prominent museums of India that
  speaks well of the Indian history and partition.
  It was established back in the year 1947 and is
  known for its rich collection of sculptures,
  artefacts and paintings. The unique architecture
  of the museum is quite renowned, designed by Le
  Corbusier. It was inaugurated 6th May 1968 by Dr.
  MS Randhawa, the chief commissioner of Lahore in
  those days. This institution encourages and
  appreciates the value of art and bring people
  close to it through various innovative programs
  and its rich collections interpretation. The
  backdrop of the museum features the vast Shivalik
  Ranges. Additionally, you would get an in-depth
  knowledge of the popular Rajasthani miniature
  paint works, Gandharan sculptures, and Pahari
  miniature paintings.
• Distance From City Centre  2 km
• Entry Fee  INR 10 per person. In case you wish
  to carry your camera along it would cost you INR
  5.
• Visiting Hours  1000 AM 430 PM on all days
  except Sundays. It stays closed on Sundays as
  well as on gazetted holidays.
• Ideal Time Required to Explore Government Museum
  and Art Gallery  1 to 2 Hours

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6. The Capitol

• The Capitol is another popular places to see in
  Chandigarh which is also the headquarters of
  Haryana as well as Punjab governments. This
  structure of mere brilliance is a creation of the
  popular architect Le Corbusier. The structure
  houses the Capitol, the Legislative Assembly, the
  High Court, as well as the Secretariat. This
  architectural brilliance comprises of a two-fold
  cover that also quite closely resembles an
  overturned umbrella. It is situated in the first
  sector of Chandigarh and is spread in an expanse
  of one hundred acres. The entire setup of the
  Capitol Complex comprises of three monuments,
  three buildings, and a lake. Back in the year
  2016, it was designated as one of the UNESCO
  World Heritage Site.
• Distance From City Centre  4 km
• Entry Fee  No Entry Fee
• Visiting Hours  900 AM 500 PM every day of a
  week.
• Ideal Time Required to Explore The Capitol  2 to
  3 Hours.

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7. Terraced Garden

• The Terraced Garden is another major tourist
  attraction of Chandigarh that is located in the
  thirty-third sector of the city. This garden is
  home to a myriad of vibrant flower species, the
  vibrancy of which attract visitors across the
  country. This colourful garden is spread in an
  expanse of 10 acres and was established back in
  the year 1979. The name of the Terraced Garden is
  so as it features various shapes, levels as well
  as terrace designs. In evenings of the garden is
  further beautified when the musical fountain that
  it features comes to life. While the fountain
  comes to life, the atmosphere of the surrounding
  gets filled with entertaining filmy songs and
  rich folk music. Tourists are seen enjoying the
  ambiance in the evenings and return back with
  some amazing and memorable clicks. The garden
  hosts an annual exhibition called the
  Chrysanthemum Flowers Show where beautiful
  flowers are displayed for the visitors on a very
  large scale.
• Distance From City Centre  2 km
• Entry Fee  No Entry Fee
• Visiting Hours  600 AM to 800 PM
• Ideal Time Required to Explore The Terraced
  Garden  1 to 2 Hours

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8. Thunder Zone

• There are a number of amusement parks and
  entertainment centres in Chandigarh that offers
  days full of fun and frolic to the locals as well
  as visitors. The Thunder Zone is a tourist
  attraction that is all set to fill your visit
  with thrill and excitement. It was established
  back in the year 2002 on May 15th. Nestled around
  thirteen kilometres away from the heart of the
  city, this amusement park is spread in an expanse
  of over 11 acres. The park features some of the
  most fun rides, lush green lawns, four
  large-sized pools, and some edible stalls for the
  visitors to explore. There are also clean
  washrooms to be used by the visitors as per their
  convenience.
• Distance From City Centre 13 km
• Entry Fee  INR 450 per person
• Visiting Hours  1000 AM 700 PM during the
  Summer months (April to October) and 1000 AM
  530 PM during the Winter months (November to
  March)
• Ideal Time Required to Explore The Thunder Zone
   3 to 4 Hours

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