Chandigarh
Chandigarh lies between the states of Punjab and Haryana and
works as the capital for both of them. Chandigarh is just 248 kilometer from New
Delhi. It is located in the foothills of the Shivaliks and provides many tourist
spots both within the city and around. It is the only Indian city that have been
designed and planned by one single architect – Le Corbusier.
The city lies in the valley surrounded by the Shiwalik Hills.
From here you can travel north to the hill resorts of Shimla, Kullu, Manali,
Dharmashala and Dalhousie. Chandigarh is said to be the most modern city in the
country. Chandigarh owes its name to an ancient temple of Chandi, the goddess of power.
Getting There :
- By Air : Flights operate to and from Delhi and other major cities.
- By Rail & Bus : Operate to and from all major cities.
Fast Facts :
- Area: 1000 Sq. Km
- Capital: Chandigarh
- Languages: Hindi, Punjabi and English
- Religion: Christianity (major), Hinduism and Islam
- Literacy rate: 88.49 %
- Best Time To Visit: September to April
Tourist Attractions :
Rock Garden :
A garden consisting of art objects made from
industrial and urban waste. It is an impressive statement showing the
possibility of finding beauty in the bizarre. It also expresses the fragility of
the environment. In addition t is a community's testament of appreciation for
art.
Zakir Rose Garden :
Asia's largest rose garden. 50,000 rose-bushes of 1600
species bloom here. Every year,arpunf February/March, a big festival , the Rose
Festival, is celebrated at this garden. More than 20,000 people normally.
Fragrance Garden :
Asia's largest rose garden, spread over 30 acres of land.
Here bloom 50,000 rose-bushes of 1600 species. These have been planted
beautifully carved out lawns and flowers beds. Every year, either at the end of
February or beginning of March, a big festival known as Rose Festival, is
celebrated at this garden. Over 20,000 people visit this festival.
The Botanical Garden :
A garden devoted to hundreds of bougainvillea
varieties. The creepers cover a wide assortment of arches, bowers, pavilions and
arcades. The annual Bougainvillea Show is held here.
