Chandigarh

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Chandigarh Park

Chandigarh

Not every city in India can boast of its rich beauty that Chandigarh offers to tourists. Chandigarh is the capital of two states; Punjab and Haryana. People from different parts of world and India visit Chandigarh, to see life at its best. There are many beautiful places in Chandigarh to visit which I am sure you cannot do in one day. To help you with that, I am going to pick up five must see spots on your next visit to Chandigarh.

Attractions in Chandigarh.
Leisure Valley- is the one place in Chandigarh tourist must visit. People often come here to spend time with their near and dear ones and a famous spot for picnic as well. Yoga and other activities like fitness work out are a part of daily routine in this park. This splendid garden is covered with rose flowers.

Rock Garden-situated in Sector one between Sukhna Lake and Capitol complex, Rock Garden is a place filled with superb artwork. Objects here in rock garden unique and are made from industrial waste. When rock garden was established, it was opened as an open air-exhibition hall.

Rose Garden- Asia’s largest rose garden is in Chandigarh with the name Zakir Hussain Rose Garden, spread over thirty acres of area and have more than 1500 different species and roses. Rose garden has a well defined carved out lawns and flowerbeds... Started by a horticulturist with a fondness for flowers, it is a standing testimony to the care and passion that went into making the garden. Every year there are a lot of competitions and celebrations at this place and should you be lucky to!

Sukhna Lake- Sukhna Lake is a manmade lake in the foothills of shivalik range and that make it unique itself. Lake is three Km in length and created in the year 1958. This was accomplished by damming the Sukhna Choe, which is a seasonal stream flowing down from the Shivalik hills. Since then, Sukhna Lake has become an integral part of the city Chandigarh. People enjoy cool breeze and admire the beauty of the lake. If you are adventurous then boating, yachting and water skiing are for you to enjoy.

Chhatbir Zoo- If you want to see Bengal white tiger and click a picture of him then a visit to chhatbir zoo. It is a thrilling experience, standing very close to tiger and watching him. Caged motor vehicles are available to roam in to this zoological park. Large number of different species found in this reserved area as well. Please assure that visit should not be Monday or any national holiday because zoo remains closed for these.

Sector 17 market- sector 17 market is famous for active nightlife and shopping so if you to have some fun and shopping the you can visit sector 17 in evening.

Chandigarh is really a amazing place to visit again and again and offers every freedom to tourists. Security in Chandigarh is of prime importance and assure your safety.


Rail- from Delhi you will find very frequent train service to Chandigarh. you can take shatabdi express daily in the morning and took around four hours to reach there.

Bus- From Delhi bus stand, very frequent bus service almost after every fifteen minutes.

Air- Yes, every major airline has service to Chandigarh in India. Please contact your tour operator for further information.




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