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2. Chandigarh -At a glance
1. Best Time To Visit: November to January
2. Official Language: Punjabi
3. Languages Spoken: English, Hindi & Punjabi
4. Climate: Humid: Humid Sub Tropical
5. Main Attractions: Sukhna Lake, Rose Garden,
Rock Garden, Chattbir Zoo, Open Hand
Monument

3. What to See?
Top 5 Places to Explore in Chandigarh

4. #1 Sukhna Lake
Located in Sector 1,
Chandigarh, Sukhna is a rainfed
lake at the foothills of Shivalik
hills. It is an inseparable part of
Chandigarh. Spread over an
area of 3 square kms, Sukhna is
a symbol of peace and serenity.
A promenade runs along the
lake. Best time to visit Sukhna is
at sunrise. Serious walkers
pursue an exercise regime,
families enjoy an evening stroll
and nature lovers mingle with
children on roller skates. Ducks
and other migratory birds add on
to the beauty of the lake

5. #2 Rose Garden
The Zakir Hussain Rose
Garden is spread over an area
of 30 acres and has the
distinction of being the largest
garden of Asia. It houses 50,000
rose bushes of 1600 different
species. Apart from roses, the
garden has trees of medicinal
value. The Rose Garden adds to
the romantic value to the city
beautiful. The garden also hosts
myriad of events throughout the
year.
Tip: Visit the garden in the
months of February-March to
witness the Rose Festival.

6. #3 Rock Garden
Nek Chand’s Rock Garden is
a sculpture garden spread over
an area of 40 acres. It is
completely built of industrial
and home waste and thrown-
away items. The Rock Garden
is located near the Sukhna
Lake. It consists of man-made
interlinked waterfalls and many
other sculptures that have been
made of scrap and other kinds
of wastes. Started as an illegal
project, the Rock garden is now
a jewel in the crown of
Chandigarh.

7. #4 Chattbir Zoo
Chattbir Zoo is a zoological park
located on the Chandigarh-
Zirakpur-Patiala road, 17 km
away from Chandigarh. The 202
acres large zoo is the home for
hundreds of different mammals,
birds and reptiles. Chattbir is
famous for its lion safari where
visitors are taken on an
adventurous trip to the Asiatic
Lion reserve inside the zoo. The
zoo also houses the Royal Bengal
Tiger which is a highlight of the
zoo.
Tip: The zoo is open from 0900
hours to 1700 hours on all days
except Mondays and National
holidays.

8. #5 Open Hand Monument
The Open Hand structure was
designed by none other than Le
Corbusier, the architect of
Chandigarh. The 85 feet high
monument is a symbol of “peace
and reconciliation. It is open to give
and open to receive.” It represents
the open exchange of ideas. The
Open Hand is the de facto emblem
of Chandigarh. The monument is
located in Sector 1 in the Capitol
Complex in Chandigarh. The
structure is designed to move in the
direction of the wind.

9. What Else?
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10. Timber Trail
Timber Trail is an exotic
recreational point located in
Parwanoo which is just 6 kms
away from the Haryana-
Himachal Pradesh border.
One can indulge in cable car
rides and also absorb the
scenic beauty of the
Himalayas. Due to its
proximity to Chandigarh, it is
a popular get away point.

11. Golf Club
Located just south of Sukhna
Lake, the Golf Club is a private
members only golf club in
Chandigarh. It has a 7,202 yard,
18 hole course known for its
challenging narrow fairways, a
long 613 yard long, dogleg 7th
hole and floodlighting on the first
nine holes. The club has a fine
clubhouse, a swimming pool
and a gymnasium. Some fine
professional golfers have played
here, Jeev Milkha Singh being
one of the them

12. Thunder Zone
Thunder Zone is an
amusement and water park
located just 13 kms away from
the heart of Chandigarh. It has
some of the best water slides
and rides. The park also has
lush green lawns making it
perfect for family outings. It
has 12 rides and 4 pools. The
Thunder Zone is spread over
an area of 11 acres.
Tip: The amusement park is
open from 9.30 AM to 7.30 PM
on weekdays and from 9.00
AM to 8.30 PM on Sundays.

13. Baisakhi Festival
Baisakhi or the harvest festival
is celebrated all over North India
with euphoria and energy on
13th or 14th April. The festival
holds a special significance for
the Sikhs as it was on this day in
1699 that their tenth Guru, Guru
Gobind Singh started the Khalsa
panth. It also marks the
beginning of the New Year.
Cultural programs are organized
throughout the city and
Chandigarh is the best place to
be during Vaisakhi. Hordes of
people throng the Gurudwaras
in their best attires and eat
delicious food.

14. What to Eat?

15. Sarson ka Saag with Makke ki Roti
Sarson ka Saag with Makke
ki Roti: A popular Punjabi
cuisine which needs no
introduction. The Saag which
is cooked from mustard
leaves and served with corn
flour chapattis is a mouth
watering household delicacy
of Chandigarh.

16. Butter Chicken
Butter Chicken: This all time
favorite dish has brought
Chandigarh on the world map.
It is a gravy based chicken
preparation served with a
liberal garnishing of cream and
butter. Consumed with naan or
chapattis it is a Chandigarh
specialty.

17. Amritsari Kulcha
Amritsari Kulcha: This
sumptuous preparation
of paneer stuffed naan
is loved by one and all.
Served with gravy and
chole, it a must have
dish in Chandigarh.

18. Amritsari Fish
Amritsari Fish: It is a
fried preparation of fish
usually consumed as a
snack. Fish is rolled in a
spicy batter of corn flour
and fried. Served with
tartar sauce, this dish is
available at almost all
major eating joints in
Chandigarh

19. Keema Kaleji
It is a preparation of minced
meat and liver in a spicy gravy.
A Chandigarh specialty for all
the gourmets.

20. Lassi
No meal is complete without
a glass of lassi. This sweet
beverage is prepared from
curd and is an all time
punjabi favorite

21. Where to Shop?

22. Sector 17 Market
The most famous shopping
arcade of Chandigarh.
Sector 17 has outlets of all
major brands and you may
find almost anything you
want to purchase. The
market has branded as well
as local stores. You just
cannot avoid a visit to
Sector 17 if you are in
Chandigarh

23. Sector 22 Market
This market offers a wide
range of garment outlets
and electronic goods stores.
If you wish to buy sarees,
salwar-kameez, kurtas or
any other punjabi outfits,
this is the place to be.

24. Sector 35 market
This market is
famous for its eating
joints and
restaurants. So if you
wish to indulge in
some good food, you
cannot give this
place a miss.

25. Elante Mall
This mall is located
in Phase 1,
Industrial Area,
Chandigarh is the
largest shopping
mall in North India
and the third largest
mall in India. With a
plethora of brand
outlets and eating
joints, this place will
surely satiate the
shopper in you

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