Tour overview
Chandigarh is the capital of two states Haryana and Punjab and also a Union Territory in India. The city is located at the foothills of the Shivalik range of the Himalayas. Due to the high altitude the climate stays favorable all year round. Highly urban planning and low crime rate makes it favorite tourist attraction like a home away from home for foreigners who visit India. Here are some of the main attractions of Chandigarh
Rock garden
Rock garden is located near sukhna lake and also known as Nek Chand’s Rock Garden after it’s founder’s name. The garden was developed secretly in spare time by Nek Chand and it was kept hidden from the government for 18 years till 1975.
The garden is landscaped with pottery and sculptures of dancers musicians and animals.
Sukhna Lake
Nestled at the foot of Shivalik Hills, Sukhna Lake in Chandigarh paints a pretty picture. You can take a boat ride in the beautiful lake to reach a small island to enjoy migratory birds and amazing food after boating sitting near the lake.
Pinjore Garden
Pinjore Gardens is a beautiful Mughal Garden made in 17th Century located in the district of Panchkula, Haryana. It was created by a Nawab under the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb and then garden was reconstructed by the Maharaja Yadavindra of the State of Patiala.
The garden is a beautiful place to unwind with nature in the ever-growing concrete city famous all over the world for its well-maintained greenery, refreshing fountains and mesmerizing water bodies. Tourists from all over the world visit the Pinjore gardens to experience this Mughal creation that India has very proudly and carefully maintained.
