Chandigarh

Travel Guide
Rock Garden
India’s first planned city is a fascinating spot to visit, with its wide boulevards, manicured gardens and one of the country’s most popular attractions.

Visit the planned city of Chandigarh and see a different side to India. Shop in air-conditioned malls or enjoy relaxing in the peaceful parks and gardens. Enjoy the best food and drink in the region and visit the galleries and museums of this fascinating urban experiment. 

Chandigarh is the state capital of both the Punjab and Haryana regions, but it is also a separate Union territory. Construction of the town began in 1952, according to plans by Swiss architect Le Corbusier, who envisaged a city that symbolized India’s future. Walk through the wide streets and notice how clean, ordered and prosperous the city is. While the straight lines and neatly clipped greenery may not be to everyone’s taste, it is certainly a dramatic contrast to India’s other cities. 

Make sure you visit the famous Rock Garden. It was started in 1958 by former civil servant Nek Chand, who built a small sculpture garden from pieces of broken ceramic and glass. The garden has since expanded to cover around 20 acres (8 hectares). Explore the grottos, marvel at the colorful sculptures and lose yourself in this remarkable wonderland. 

Other attractions include the attractive Rose Garden and Sukhna Lake at the foot of the Himalayas, where you can walk along the paths or relax with a picnic.

Getting around Chandigarh is easy, as areas are divided into numbered sections with good bus links. If you want to shop and eat, head to Sector 17, a short ride from the hotels in Sector 22.

Fly into Chandigarh Airport or catch a fast train from Delhi. Away from India’s traditional bustling markets and noisy crowds, Chandigarh lets you experience another side of this fascinating country.

Where to stay in Chandigarh

Panchkula showing forest scenes

Sector 22

If you're spending some time in Sector 22, Sector 17 and ISKCON Chandigarh Sri Sri Radha Madhav Temple are top sights worth seeing.

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Sector 43

Though Sector 43 might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Gurudwara Sri Amb Sahib and ISKCON Chandigarh Sri Sri Radha Madhav Temple.

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Sector 42

When in Sector 42, you can plan a visit to ISKCON Chandigarh Sri Sri Radha Madhav Temple and Punjab Cricket Association Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Sector 19

Though Sector 19 might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Gurudwara Singh Sabha and Sector 17.

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Sector 28

Though Sector 28 might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Elante Mall and Sukhna Lake.

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Sector 45

While Sector 45 might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Punjab Cricket Association Stadium and ISKCON Chandigarh Sri Sri Radha Madhav Temple.

Sector 45
JW Marriott Hotel Chandigarh
JW Marriott Hotel Chandigarh
5 out of 5
Sector 35B, Dakshin Marg, Chandigarh, Punjab
The price is CA $177 per night from Apr. 5 to Apr. 6
CA $177
CA $209 total
includes taxes & fees
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Taj Chandigarh
Taj Chandigarh
5 out of 5
Block No.9, Sector 17 A, Chandigarh, Punjab
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The price is CA $156 per night from Mar. 31 to Apr. 1
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CA $184 total
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Hyatt Regency Chandigarh
Hyatt Regency Chandigarh
5 out of 5
178 Industrial and Business Park, Phase I, Chandigarh
The price is CA $178 per night from Mar. 30 to Mar. 31
CA $178
CA $211 total
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Mar 30 - Mar 31
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Hyatt Regency Chandigarh
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Fabulous Large Row House in best location
Fabulous Large Row House in best location
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Stay at this vacation home in Chandigarh. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Rajendra Park and Government Museum and ...
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3 Room Set ,w/kitchenette and Shared Bath Near Downtown(City Centre) Chandigarh
3 Room Set ,w/kitchenette and Shared Bath Near Downtown(City Centre) Chandigarh
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Centrally located private, peaceful 3 bedroom apartment, Sector 18, Chandigarh
Centrally located private, peaceful 3 bedroom apartment, Sector 18, Chandigarh
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Stay at this apartment in Chandigarh. Enjoy WiFi, a fitness center, and onsite parking. Popular attractions National Gallery of Portraits and Sector 17 are located ...
Centrally located private, peaceful 3 bedroom apartment, Sector 18, Chandigarh
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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