Chandigarh has a unique stature of being a city, district, and union territory of India and serves as the capital city of the neighboring states of Punjab and Haryana. It is one of the very few well-planned cities in the world. It has succeeded in combining monumental architecture, cultural growth, and modernization. With high per capita income, it is one of the wealthiest cities in India. It has a humid subtropical climate, with hot summers, varying rainfall, and mild winters. Its infrastructure and IT parks have attracted major corporate companies like Infosys, EVRY, Dell, IBM, TechMahindra, Airtel, Amadeus IT group, and DLF to set up their base in the city and its suburbs.

Within City: Quick refreshment

Elante Mall: Address: 178, Industrial Area, Phase 1, Chandigarh, India.

Timbr Gtrail:Parwanoo, Himachal Pradesh 173229.

Chandigarh Rose Garden: Address: sector 16 of Chandigarh, India, Timings: 6:00 AM to 10 PM, Time Required: 1- 2 Hours, Entry Fee: INR 50 Per Person (For Adults and Children).

Iskon Temple: Hare Krishna Dham, Dakshin Marg, Sector-36B, Chandigarh, 160036, Timings: 4:30–5am, 7:15am–12:45pm, 4:15–8pm.

Terraced Garden: Sector 33B, Sector 33, Chandigarh, 160020.

Museums: Experience a touch of history and culture

The government and Art Gallery: Location: Sector- 10C, Opposite Rose Garden, Chandigarh EW160047, India, Timings:All days of the week except Monday, 10:00 AM — 4:30 PM, Entry fee: 10 Rs per person, 5 Rs per camera.

Chandigarh Architecture Museum:Location: Museum and Art Gallery, Sector 10, Chandigarh, 160011, Timings: 10 am to 5 pm, Days Open: Tuesday to Sunday.

National History Museum: Location: Sector 10C, Chandigarh, Timings: 10 am to 5 pm, Days Open: Tuesday to Sunday.

International Doll Museum: Location: Bal Bhawan, Udyog Path, Sector 23-B, Chandigarh, Timings: 10 am to 4:30 pm, Days Open: Tuesday to Sunday.

Le Corbusier Centre: Location: Old Architect Building, Madhya Marg, Sector 19B, Chandigarh, Timings: 10 am to 5 pm, Days Open: Tuesday to Sunday.

Theme Parks:Thrills that give you Chills

Fun City — A Funtastic Experience: Location: Chandigarh-Nada Sahib Gurudwara Barwala Road, Ramgarh, Chandigarh, Must try rides: Red Dragon Slide, Typhoon Tunnel, Crusader, Crazy Cruise, Pendulum Slide and Bowl Speed Slide, Opening hours: 9:30 am to 6:30 pm, Entry fee: INR 970/person.

Thunder Zone Amusement and Water Park: Location: Mohali, Sirhind — Morinda Rd, Near, Landran, Chandigarh, Must try rides: Hira Kari, Dome Slide, Activity Pool and Splash Pool, Opening hours: 10 am to 7:30 pm, Entry fee: INR 850/person.

Aqua Village: Location: Pinjore, Haryana 134101, Distance from Chandigarh: 24 km, Must try rides: Concentric Pools, Snake Slides, Blue River Water Slide, Blue Kamikaze, Red Fall Water Slide, Opening hours: 10 am to 7:30 pm, Entry fee: INR 600/person.

Sadhupul River Water Park: Location: Aasan River, Near Kandaghat-Chail-Kufri Road, Sadhupul, Himachal Pradesh, Distance from Chandigarh: 94 km, Must try rides: Water slide, Entry fee: INR 100/person.

King Kong Water Park: Location: Khanpurkolian NH1 (BRIDGE), Masana, Haryana 136135, Distance from Chandigarh: 86 km, Must try rides: Body slide and Rain Dance, Opening hours: 10 am to 7 pm, Entry fee: INR 500/person.

National parks:Wild Splendour

Sultanpur National Park: Gurgaon-Farrukh Nagar Road, Sultanpur, Gurgaon, Haryana 122506, Timings: 7:00 AM — 4:30 PM (Closed on Tuesday), Entry Fee: Indians — INR 5, Foreigners- INR 40, Camera- INR 10, Video Camera — INR 500, INR 2 Per Person for Child.

Kalesar National Park: Yamuna Nagar, Haryana 135106, Timings: Summer: 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM; 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Winter: 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM; 3.30 PM to 6:00 PM, The park remains closed from July to September, Entry Fee: Indians: INR 30, Foreign nationals: INR 100, Safari: INR 100, Videography: INR 100

Water falls: Feel the flow of nature

Chadwick Falls: Distance from City:111.5 Km, Height:93 Meters, Places to Visit:Kalka Shimla Toy Train,Himalayan Bird Park,Annandale,Shimla Heritage Walk.

Tatwani Hot Springs: Distance from City:240 Km, Places to Visit:Jwalamukhi Temple,sainilayam old kangra,Bhagshunath Temple,kangranagarkot fort,Ambika Devi Temple.

Jana Falls: Distance from The City:300 Km, Height: 30 feet, Places to Visit:Jana, Wildlife Forest,Jogini Falls,Naggar Castle.

Chhoie Waterfall: Distance from The City:245.6 Km, Height: 120 feet, Places To Visit:Jibhi Waterfall,Chehni Kothi,Shringa Rishi Temple,Tirthan Valley.

Bhagsunag Waterfall: Distance from the City:245.4Km, Height: 20 meters, Places To Visit:BhagsuNaag Temple,His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s Main Temple,Hanuman Ka Tibba,Kalachakra temple.

Monuments: A dive into Tradition and culture

The Open Hand: 31, Uttar Marg, Capitol Complex, Sector 1, Chandigarh, Punjab 160001, Timings-9am-8pm,

The Capitol Complex:Location: Sector 1, Chandigarh, 160001, Timings: 10 AM to 5 PM, Closed on Public Holidays.

The Tower of Shadows: Location: Capitol Complex, Sector 1, Chandigarh, 160001, Timings: 10 AM to 5 PM, Closed on Public Holidays.

The Museum of Evolution of Life:Location: Museum Complex, Sector 10-C, Chandigarh 160011, India,The museum is open from 10 am to 4:30 pm throughout the week, except on Mondays.

The Martyr’s Memorial: Capitol Complex, Sector 1, Chandigarh, 160001, Timings: 10 AM to 5 PM, Closed on Public Holidays.

Wildlife sanctuaries: Experience the Wilderness of nature

City Birds Wildlife: 279, Ward Number IV, Himalaya Marg, Sector 21A, Sector 21B, Sector 21, Chandigarh 160022, TIMINGS: 5:00 A.M to 8:00 P.M., All days.

Sukhna lake Wildlife: North-East of Sukhna Lake, Chandigarh, India, Timings: 6 AM to 6 PM, Parking Fee: Rs. 50 for School Bus and Rs. 200 for Private Bus.

Hill stations: Enjoy the scenic beauty

Nahan: Things to do in Nahan: Trekking, hiking, Distance of Nahan from Chandigarh: 100 km, Travel time: 3 hours, Places to Stay: PleasantVille, Hotel Heritage Sanyam, Hotel HV, Sonaman Retreat, Writers Hill, Places to Visit: Renuka Lake, Renuka Sanctuary, Simbalwada Wildlife Sanctuary, Best Time to Visit: Apr-Sep.

Parwanoo: Things to do in Parwanoo: Trekking, hiking, cable car rides, Distance of Parwanoo from Chandigarh: 36 km, Travel time: 1 hour, Places To Stay: Hotel Virsa Kalka, Hotel Virsa, Oscar Banquet and Hotel, Lotus Grand Akm, THE WIND CROSS HOTEL, Places to Visit: Pinjore Gardens, Mansa Devi Temple, Cactus Garden, Best Time to Visit: Mar-May, Oct-Nov.

Morni Hills: Things to do in Morni Hills: Boating, trekking, birdwatching, jungle walks, Distance of Morni Hills from Chandigarh: 42 km, Travel time: 1 hour 18 mins, Places to Stay: Anglers Paradise Resort, Karnal Guest House, Hotel Sitara, Hotel Rainbow, Shivalik Guest House.

Barog: Things to do in Barog: Karol Tibba trek, paragliding, Distance of Barog from Chandigarh: 60 km, Travel time: 2 hours, Places to Stay: Barog Times, Mayur Hotel Bar And Restaurant, Smalltown Sadhupul, Hotel City Heights, 20 Deodar House, Places to Visit: Dolanji Bon Monastery, Choor Chandni Peak, Suketi Fossil Park.

Kasauli: Things to do in Kasauli: Trekking, jungle trails, birdwatching, Distance of Kasauli from Chandigarh: 60 km, Travel time: 2 hours, Places to Stay: Pine Villa, Ramada, Hotel whispering winds, The Fern Surya Resort, Birds View Resort, Places to Visit: Gilbert Trail, Sunset Point, Manki Point, Best Time to Visit: Throughout the year.

Honeymoon places: World of love and care

Dalhousie –Where to stay for honeymoon:For the affluent: Victoria Continental Inn, Hotel Whispering Winds, For the budget conscious: Hotel R Maidens, How many days for honeymoon: 1–3 days, What to do: See the Dainkund Peak, visit the Rang Mahal, stroll around the Khajjiar lake and spend some time exploring the Kalatop Khajjiar Sanctuary.

Shimla- Where to stay for honeymoon:For the affluent: The Oberoi Cecil, For the budget conscious: Kapil Hotel, How many days for honeymoon: 4–5 days, What to do: Excursion at Kurfi, Jakhu temple, Viceregal Lodge, Summer Hill, Scandal Point for a scintillating view, Shimla Glen for the trekkers.

Manali- Where to stay for honeymoon:For the affluent: Span Resort and Spa, Quality Inn River Country Resort, For the budget conscious: Tourist Hotel, Manali Inn, How many days for honeymoon: 1–2 days, What to do: Naggar Castle, Snow Point, Rahalla Falls, Visit to the local fruit orchards and the beautiful Rohtang Pass.

Kasauli- Where to stay for honeymoon:For the affluent: Himalayan Resort, Snow Valley Resorts, For the budget conscious: Hotel Kumars, Mehar’s, Hotel Himgiri, How many days for honeymoon: 2–3 days, What to do: Indulge in some nature walk hand in hand as you explore the trails from Kasauli to Jabli, go paragliding and visit the Kasauli Brewery for some local Himalayan beer.

Manali- Where to stay for honeymoon:For the affluent: Span Resort and Spa, Quality Inn River Country Resort, For the budget conscious: Tourist Hotel, Manali Inn, How many days for honeymoon: 1–2 days, What to do: Naggar Castle, Snow Point, Rahalla Falls, Visit to the local fruit orchards and the beautiful Rohtang Pass.

Religious places: Experience subtlety

Chandi Devi Temple: Chandigarh-Kalka Road, Chandigarh 160001, India, Timings: All days of the week, 6:00 AM — 10:00 PM.

Iskon Temple:Hare Krishna Dham, Dakshin Marg, Sector-36B, Chandigarh, 160036, Timings: 4:30–5am, 7:15am–12:45pm, 4:15–8pm.

Nada Sahib Gurudwara: Sector 23, Near Morni Hill Station, Panchkula, Haryana 134109, India, Timings: All days of the week, 4:00 AM — 8:00 PM.

Madina Masjid: Udyog Path, Ornance Cable Factory Colony, Sector 29B, Chandigarh, 160030, Prayer Timings: 03:20am, 05:00 am, 05:36am, 01:24pm,02:00pm, 06:26pm, 07:30pm, 08:56pm,10:10pm,10:30 pm.

Light of The World Church:Plot No 141/N-O, Victoria City, bhabat, Zirakpur, Punjab 140604,Timings: 11am-2pm, Sunday- 9:30am -4pm.

Adventure Sports: Enjoy the adrenaline search.

Paragliding, Horse Riding, Trekking, Camping, Fishing, Rafting.

Nearby: Short time retreats

Rock Garden of Chandigarh: Address: sector 1 of Chandigarh, India, Timings: 9:00 AM — 7:00 PM (April- September), 9:00 AM — 6:00 PM (October- March), Time Required: 4–5 hours, Entry Fee: Adults — INR 30, Children — INR 10.

Sukhra Lake: Address: Sector 1, Chandigarh 160001, India,Timings: All days of the week, 5:00 AM — 9:00 PM, No Entry Fee.

Zakir Rose Garden: Address: sector 16 of Chandigarh, India, Timings: 6:00 AM to 10 PM, Time Required: 1- 2 Hours, Entry Fee: INR 50 Per Person (For Adults and Children).

Government Museum and Art Gallery: Location: Sector- 10C, Opposite Rose Garden, Chandigarh EW160047, India, Timings:All days of the week except Monday, 10:00 AM — 4:30 PM, Entry fee: 10 Rs per person, 5 Rs per camera.

MC Zoological Park: Address: Chattbir Zoo Rd, Chhat, Punjab 140603, Timings: 9am — 5pm, Entry Fees for Lion Safari at Chhatbir Zoo: Entry fee for kids between 3 to 12 years of age is INR 25 and for those above 12 years of age, the cost is INR 60. For children who are below 3 years of age, differently abled, and media personnel, the entry to the zoo is free.

Local Business:

Automobile Manufacturing, Beauty and Health, Dealers and Distributors, Fashion, Food and Beverages, Home Based Business, Retail, Construction and Infrastructure, Electronics, Wedding, Personal Care.

Medical Emergencies:

Mukat Hospital: Address: Mukat Hospital & Heart Institute, S.C.O 47–49, Dakshin Marg, Sector 34A, Chandigarh, 160022, 24×7 Emergency No.: 0172–4344444, Open: 24 hours.

Dharam Hospital: Address: Dharam Hospital, H.No 2040, Sector 15 C, Chandigarh, 160015, Contact: 0172–3325961 , 2781164, 4345167.

Max Hospital: Address: Near Civil Hospital, Phase-VI, Sector 56A, Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, Punjab 160055, Emergency No.: 0172 665 2000, Appointment Call: 0172 6652 000, Open: 24 hours.

Apollo Hospital (Multi-Specialty Clinic): Address: Apollo Clinic, SCO 170–171, Sector, Madhya Marg, 9C, Sector 9, Chandigarh, 160017, Contact: 1860 500 7788, Open: 8am-9pm 7 days a week.

Healing Hospital (INSCOL): Address: Healing Hospital SCO 18–19, Sector 34-A, Chandigarh — 160022, Appointment Call: 0172–2667897, Emergency No.: 0172–5088883, Open: 24 hours.