{"id":645,"date":"2019-12-02T11:57:32","date_gmt":"2019-12-02T11:57:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.citywoofer.com\/blog\/?p=645"},"modified":"2023-10-17T12:44:57","modified_gmt":"2023-10-17T12:44:57","slug":"best-tourist-places-to-visit-in-chandigarh","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.citywoofer.com\/blog\/best-tourist-places-to-visit-in-chandigarh\/","title":{"rendered":"11 Best Tourist Places to Visit in Chandigarh"},"content":{"rendered":"

Whether you are visiting Chandigarh for attending events or for a stopover before escaping to the hills, you can\u2019t miss exploring, The City Beautiful. Why? Because it has attractive places to visit in Chandigarh including lovely gardens, great nightlife, amazing shopping places, a <\/span>marvellous lake<\/span>, and more that are enough to feed your wander thirst.<\/span><\/p>\n

The architect Le Corbusier designed the city from scratch in 1950 by conceiving it as a people-oriented city that has everything from grand civic buildings to monuments and entertainment. Thus, before heading, don\u2019t let your bucket list miss any of these eleven <\/span>places to visit in Chandigarh. Here you go-<\/span><\/p>\n

List of Places to Visit in Chandigarh:<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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1. Rock Garden<\/b><\/h3>\n

The most intriguing attraction, Nek Chand\u2019s <\/span>Rock Garden in Chandigarh<\/strong><\/a> is the classic example of best out of waste. Established in 1957, this huge Garden displays sculptures designed from waste and is located in Sector 1. You can visit this attractive place, Rock Garden from 9 AM to 6 PM<\/strong> in winter and 9 AM to 7 PM<\/strong> in summer with the entry fee, which doesn\u2019t cost you much.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Location:<\/strong> Sector No.1,\u00a0Chandigarh,\u00a0160001,\u00a0India<\/p>\n

Entry Fees:<\/strong> INR 30 per person for Adults INR 10 per person for Children<\/p>\n

Best Time to Visit:<\/strong> October To March<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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\"Sukhna<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n

2. Sukhna Lake<\/b><\/h3>\n

Nestled in the foothills of the Shivalik range, the human-made picturesque Sukhna<\/strong> Lake in Chandigarh <\/strong><\/a>is an idyllic place for peace with nature and for providing entertaining activities such as<\/span> bungee jumping, boating, fun activities, and more<\/span>. The lake is stretches across 3 km and is a perfect spot for walkers and joggers. This fun place for the family is located in sector 1, where visiting timing is from 5<\/strong> AM to 9 PM<\/strong> .<\/span><\/p>\n

Location:<\/strong> Sector 1, Chandigarh 160001, India<\/p>\n

Entry Fee:<\/strong> Free<\/span><\/p>\n

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\"Zakir<\/span><\/p>\n

3. Zakir Hussain Rose Garden<\/b><\/h3>\n

A perfect escape for nature lovers! Rose Garden in Chandigarh<\/strong><\/a> boasts more than 800 types of roses. It is quite a famous tourist attraction located in sector 16, where people can witness the charm of these colorful flower beds. Timings to visiting this place are 6 AM to 8 PM<\/strong>. The Garden conducts one of the best <\/span>events in Chandigarh, the Rose Festival, every year.<\/span><\/p>\n

Location:<\/strong> Jan Marg, 16B, Sector 16, Chandigarh, 160016<\/p>\n

Entry Fee:<\/strong> INR 50 per person<\/p>\n

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\"Mohali<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n

4. Mohali Cricket Stadium<\/b><\/h3>\n

An enormous stadium with a capacity of 26,590 spectators was inaugurated in 1953. Situated in Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, Phase 9, Mohali Cricket Stadium is the proud home to the Kings XI Punjab cricket team. A tourist should have some patriotic fervour here. Entry is free.<\/span><\/p>\n

Location:<\/strong> Mohali Cricket Stadium, I.S. Bindra Stadium, Sector 63, Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, Chandigarh 160062<\/p>\n

Timing:<\/strong> 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM<\/p>\n

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\"Iskcon<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n

5. Iskcon Temple<\/b><\/h3>\n

Devotees visit this top place of pilgrimage in Chandigarh all around the year. You also make sure to visit Iskcon Temple dedicated to Lord Krishna and Radha when in Chandigarh. One of the most memorable <\/span>places to visit in Chandigarh, this temple is located in Sector 36B, where you can visit to with your family to spend a peaceful time.<\/span><\/p>\n

Location:<\/strong> ISKCON Temple Chandigarh, Hare Krishna Dham, Sector 36-B, Dakshin Marg, Chandigarh 160036 India<\/p>\n

Timing:<\/strong> 4:30 am \u2013 5:00 am, 7:15 am \u2013 12:45 pm, 4:15 pm \u2013 8:30 pm (All days of the week)<\/p>\n

Entry Fee:<\/strong> Free<\/span><\/p>\n

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\"Leisure<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n

6. Leisure Valley<\/b><\/h3>\n

One of the fascinating destinations to visit, Leisure Valley in Chandigarh<\/strong>\u00a0<\/a>covers an 8 Km long stretch that adds beauty and keeps pollution at bay, making the city clean. Visit this Garden in Sector 10B, which is open for everyone to enjoy quality time and has no entry fee. You would love to have a picnic amidst the lush green environment and tranquillity.<\/span><\/p>\n

Location:<\/strong> Leisure Valley, 10B, Sector 10, Chandigarh, 160011<\/p>\n

Timing:<\/strong> 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM<\/p>\n

Best Time to Visit:<\/strong> February To March<\/p>\n

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\"Sector<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n

7. Sector 17 Market<\/b><\/h3>\n

Spotted as Pedesterian\u2019s Paradise, Sector 17 Market<\/a><\/strong> is the preferred destination for<\/span> foodies<\/span>, shopaholics, and fun lovers. Its splendid factor is the way it is dotted with charming sculptures, magnificent fountains, and tree groves. Graceful neon lights adorning the whole sector make the market more mesmerizing and set the place in a big open-air club.<\/span><\/p>\n

Location:<\/strong> Sector 17 Market, 17F, Sector 17, Chandigarh, 160017<\/p>\n

Entry Fee:<\/strong> Free<\/span><\/p>\n

Timing:<\/strong> 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM, Open all days of the week<\/p>\n

Best Time to Visit:<\/strong> October To June<\/span><\/p>\n

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\"Le<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n

8. Le Corbusier Centre<\/b><\/h3>\n

Did you know that there was an Old Architects Office in Chandigarh? It has been named the Le Corbusier Centre<\/a><\/strong> and it is one of the earliest buildings to be constructed in the city. The major attractions of this place include:<\/span><\/p>\n