The name of Chandigarh’s situated was “stronghold of the goddess” Chandi, originating from Chandi Mandir, this temple is devoted to the goddess that is located near the town ManiMajra.The Chandigarh union territory was developed on November 1, 1966. This territory has many educational and cultural institutions, including Punjab university. It also includes the beautiful lake of Sukhna, which has become the main spot in the city.There also are many government supported sports complexes and community centers.It also includes the field of hockey, cricket, rowing and other sports. Chandigarh is one of the best places to visit your friends,family and couples,because it is located in the foothills of himalayas.In addition, to the hills and canals found in the surrounding. You may also check out top 20 places to visit in Chandigarh with friends i.e. sukhna Lake, Rose Garden, Rock Garden, Bird Park, Japanese garden,Chhatbir zoo, Morni hills, Pinjore garden
If you are visiting Chandigarh for first time these are the places we recommend you :
Sukhna lake
Sukhna lake was created in 1958. This place is very attractive. This is one of the most famous places in Chandigarh.Sukhna lake is a beautiful man-made lake. This place includes; boat paddling, boating. There is also a selection of foodoptions.Visiting Sukhna lake in the evening is the best time to do so.
Things to do in Sukhna Lake:
- Boating at Sukhna lake
- Go for a shikara ride
- Get a portrait made
- Ride the bull
- Visit suicide point
2. Rock garden
The rock garden of chandigarh is also known as sculpture garden. This is located in sector 1 Chandigarh. This garden shows sculpture in the open air that displays sculptures made from urban and industrial wastes. That has been designed by nek chand, a former road inspector in chandigarh. It is also near Sukhna lake. It includes man made waterfalls. It also includes colorful art and sculpture.This is the best example of “best from the waste”.
- Many other models have been made of other categories of waste(bottles, glasses, bangles, tiles, electrical waste, broken pipes etc.)
- Under this also have beautiful dolls museums.
3. Rose garden:
This is one of the beautiful places in Chandigarh to visit with friends, family and couples. In this garden there are different types of flowers and a gorgeous fountain that glows with colorful lights in the evening. This garden is beautiful and also a relaxing environment. The beauty of the rose garden is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the city of Chandigarh.
Things to do in rose garden:
- Go picnicking
- Attend the rose festival in chandigarh
- In this garden beautiful and relaxing environment
4. Bird Park:
In the bird park you can see African love birds, White swans, black swans, African gray parrots, golden pheasant, yellow golden pheasant, finches etc.
Main birds is the key of attraction is :
This park is very attractive. Bird park is near Sukhna lake.This is situated at sector 1 nagar van area in Chandigarh. The best time to visit a bird park is from November to march.
Entry fee for bird park;
- Adult (Indian) =50 rs.
- Adult ( foreign) = 100 rs.
- Children 5 to 12 years =30 rs.
5. Elante mall:
Elante mall is the shopping mall in the city of Chandigarh in india.It includes international and domestic lifestyle brands, departmental store, food court, a higher market and open spaces. The water fountains at the main entry add the exterior beauty of the mall.
6. Japanese garden:
This is the park, it is located in sector 31 in Chandigarh. This garden is the first garden in Chandigarh with a Japanese touch.This place is the best to visit with your family and friends.
It's also include many things in this garden like:
- Water bodies
- Pagoda towers
- Water falls
- A buddha ideals and
- Golden bamboos
7. Smaaash Chandigarh:
It is one of the best places in Chandigarh and a perfect blend of fun and frolic.Smaaash is the perfect place for a gaming zone where friends and family also enjoy themselves.
Under this various games are provide like:
- Twilight bowling
- Super keeper
- Pool table
- Smart arcade etc.
8. Mansa devi complex:
Mata mansa devi is a hindu temple dedicated to the goddess of mansa devi.It is situated as Panchkula state of Haryana.Navratri festival in the mandir is celebrated in the nine days.
Millions of devotees visit this temple every year.this temple is very beautiful. Near this temple a beautiful garden is also available.under this garden beautiful and attractive sculptures are also there. Every year two melas are organized in 9 days.
9. Sector 17 market:
This is the best market in the city. Replete with several brands.
Under this also available different size garments i.e men, women, kids all types of garments, bridal stores, international brands are also available in this market.it also include food chains, eateries etc. If you are visiting for the first time in Chandigarh, also visit this market.
Why visit this market?
- Good brands in this market are also available. Like, readymade garments,and shoes.
- Good eating places
- Clothes are available at an affordable price.
- You can get handcraft and home accessories here.
10. Funcity Park:
Funcity was opened in 1995, in Chandigarh. It was also introduced in a water park. This is quite a tourist attraction. It is located near Ramgarh, Chandigarh – Nada Sahib Road, District Panchkula, Chandigarh.
Timing: 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
Rides at Fun city Chandigarh park:
- 20 hydraulic rides
- Wonder water
- 6 landing water pools
- One sea wave pool
- 17 different water slides
Ticket price: Ticket for amusement park and water park = Rs. 1200.
11. Leisure valley:
Leisure valley chandigarh is a combination of several theme gardens that attract people. Leisure valley serves as a perfect retreat for all the residents living in the city of Chandigarh. Chandigarh’s people catch their breath and enjoy the stress free day.
You will find different garden in this theme as shown below:
- Rose garden
- Terrace garden
- Botanical garden
- Hibiscus garden
- Smriti upvan etc.
12. Morni hills:
Morni hills is located in Panchkula, near Chandigarh. It is also an accessible picnic station for locals and tourists alike. A wide range of flora and fauna is also present here.
Popular birds sighted here include:
- Wallcreeper
- Crested kingfisher
- Treecreeper
- Blue peafowl
- Himalaya bulbul etc.
A camouflaged the promised land of nature, Morni hills is a must visit for anyone looking for a quick weekend from Chandigarh.
13. Cactus garden:
Cactus garden is a garden which is situated in Panchkula near Chandigarh. Cactus garden is located at sector 5 panchkula near Chandigarh. This garden is very beautiful and attractive. This is one of the best places to visit family and friends. Cactus garden is the collection of largest indian succulent.in this garden plants are also available for sale.
14. Chattbir zoo:
Chattbir zoo is located at Chandigarh.This place is not only attractive but also provides education for animals and plants. The best thing about the zoo is being near to see the animals, including the Bengal tiger.
Timing : Chattbir zoo is open 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Four things to do and near in Chattbir zoo is:
- Lion safari
- Stroll around the zoo aviary
- Soak in the beauty of Sukhna lake
- To get closer of mother nature in garden
15. Pinjore garden:
Pinjore garden is located at Pinjore city in Panchkula near Chandigarh. The place is famous not just for the garden but also for the mango mela.this garden is very beautiful and attractive.
Major attraction around the Pinjore garden are given below:
- Bhima devi temple site museum
- Pinjore garden heritage train
- Shopping in pinjore
- Food in Pinjore city in panchkula.
16. Garden of palms:
Garden of palms tree is situated in sector 42C in Chandigarh. This garden is very beautiful and very attractive. In this garden 21 different types of palm trees.the beautiful garden was inaugurated in 2015. This place is very beautiful.
If you are visiting for the first time in chandigarh i will recommend you to visit this beautiful garden.
17. Hand monument:
open hand monument is the symbol of Chandigarh. This symbol suggests that “hand to take, and hand to give”, peace and prosperity , and unity of mankind.
It was inaugurated in 1964.
Dimensions:26m (85ft).
