About Chandigarh

Found in sector 33 of Chandigarh, Terraced Garden is an acknowledged spot, celebrated for its lush collection of vibrant flowers and lanky trees. Founded in the year 1979, the garden is covered in more than 10 acres of land. Since its inception, new and varied species of tropics, shrugs and flowers have been continually added to the area making it one of the most attractive places to visit in Chandigarh.

The Rock Garden of Chandigarh is a sculpture garden for rock enthusiasts in Chandigarh, India. It is also known as Nek Chand Saini's Rock Garden of Nathupur after its founder Nek Chand Saini, a government official who started building the garden secretly in his spare time in 1957. It has spread over an area of 40 acres (16 ha), and is completely built from industrial, home waste, and discarded items.

The gorgeous Sukhna Lake, found in Chandigarh, was brought into existence by damming the Sukhna Chole in 1958. Strearched in 3 km, the lake is encompassed with sparkling water, boats and serves as home for a number of birds including the Siberian duck and the crane.

Overshadowed by the allure of other more famed points of interest on this list, the Government Museum and Art Gallery might just be the most underrated Museum in Chandigarh. The place owes its creation to the partition of India and Pakistan that took place in 1947. Most of what you see at the museum was actually held at the Central Museum in Lahore, which was the capital of Punjab. But after partition, the incredible collection was brought to India, and Government Museum and Art Gallery was established to house it.

National Gallery of Portraits, although popular and well-managed, remains one of the most unexplored places in Chandigarh. If you are someone who loves museums and history, it is undoubtedly for you. You will find an amazing collection of many portraits, archives, books, sculptures and paintings related to the Independence era here. Most of the documents are quite rare and one of a kind. The museum was established in 1977 and renovated in 2007. Currently, it is being managed and curated by the State Government.

This exquisite monument was designed by Le Corbusier. He was the same architect who planned the entire city of Chandigarh. It is located in the Capitol Complex of Chandigarh, Sector 1, which itself is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The open hand symbol is significant for the city of Chandigarh as it is the official emblem as well. The 50-tonne monument attracts many tourists and visitors around the year, and hence, is included among the unique and most beautiful places in Chandigarh. The core values that the hand symbol denotes are peace and happiness. It also functions as a weathercock, moving in the direction of the wind.

Encompassed in an enormous 100 acres of land, Chandigarh Capitol Complex is a reflection of the rich architectural mastery the city has to offer. Designed by an honored and celebrated architect, Le Corbusier, the complex homes a number of uniquely constructed and curiously fitted buildings.

A brand new extension to the glorious amalgamation of gardens Chandigarh has, Japanese Garden was opened for the public in 2014. Spread across a vast 13 acres of land, the garden exhibits various aspects of Japanese culture and tradition.

Peaceful and religious, the Iskon Temple is one of the greatest places to visit in Chandigarh, especially for the spiritual individuals and devotees of Lord Krishan. From daily poojas to customary celebrations throughout the year, every corner of the temple speaks about purity and devotion towards the lords.

In the vicinity of the temple are an array of shops where memorabilias and sweets among others can be bought. Surrounding the place is a land encapsulated with dense grass and greenery. Activities like picnics are best enjoyed by families here, especially on a bright sunny day.