Spring is undoubtedly one of the most loved seasons with Nature’s colour scheme turning Mother Earth into a paradise. With flowers and flower-bearing trees like Jacaranda (neeli gulmohar) with mauve flowers , Amaltas with yellow flowers and Gulmohar with its orangish red flowers, it is a double delight along with the pleasant weather. The riot of colours and the purity and vibrancy that Nature offers is unmatched.
Residents and avid photographers are well aware of how City Beautiful Chandigarh is replete with green patches, blossoming geri routes, pathways and main roads lined with fragrant and colourful trees.
A continuum of a number of theme gardens spread across 8 km, Leisure Valley is the ultimate retreat you are looking for in spring. The roads criss-crossing the area from Sector 6 to Sector 10 and the Jan Marg lined with beautiful flowery trees are a visual delight.
Among many other parks that are a part of Leisure Valley are the Smriti Upvan and Rajendra Park in Sector 1, Bougainvillea Garden in Sector 3, fitness trails in Sector 10, Botanical Garden in Sec 14 which offer a vibrant environment and exceptionally pretty picture perfect moments. Situated between Rock Garden and Sukhna Lake, at the Smriti Upvan people plant trees in the memory of loved ones.
Located in the Nagar Van area just behind the stunning Sukhna Lake is the Chandigarh Bird Park. This beautifully designed aviary is sure to leave you mesmerized and rejuvenated.
The walking tracks have been thoughtfully designed to extend the feeling of the nearby hills dotting the skyline , making it a unique and worthwhile excursion.
Open to the public, the Punjab University campus has several visual attractions. Visitors and students make the most of the Botanical Garden located in the verdant campus, as well as the lush green lawns and huge open spaces.
Located between the Rose Garden and the Cricket Stadium, Shanti Kunj, has thick canopies of trees which provide the best reprieve in summer and magical moments in spring with the chirping of birds, cool soothing air and the noiseless environs.
An open space especially created for the purpose of meditation with beautiful green surroundings and flower beds which are in full bloom in spring is the Garden of Silence at the the Sukhna Lake towards the Manimajra end .
Located in Sector 33B, Chandigarh, in the heart of the city, Terraced garden are one of the most accessible parks spread across 10 acres of land. Early morning walkers, joggers, kids, youngsters, the old – everybody likes to be here to enjoy the glory of nature in its full bloom.
The Fragrance Garden in Sector 36, Chandigarh, has been curated very well with lots of open spaces, separate jogging track on the outer ring and beautifully manicured lawns. Families spend quality time with family and friends with ample space to amble around surrounded by beautiful flowers , nicely decorated flower beds, trimmed grass.