About Chandigarh
Chandigarh has the distinction of being one of the most beautiful and well planned cities in India. The city’s gardens and the well placed trees along the roads have earned Chandigarh the name ‘The City Beautiful ’. The city has the unique distinction of being the capital of the states of Punjab, Haryana and the Union territory of Chandigarh. The city is also the first planned city in India. Planned and developed by the famous French architect and city planner Le Corbusier, the city’s roads, sectors, parks and the city centre are a role model that many Indian cities have followed later. The city serves as the gateway to the famous hill station of Shimla and is also an important aspect of Tourism in Punjab.

Major Tourist Attractions in Chandigarh
Rock Garden
Chandigarh rock garden is an epitome of creativity and innovation. It is a unique garden that consists of various art objects. But the best part about the rock garden is that each of its artwork has been made by using industrial & urban waste. It is located in Sector 1 between the Capitol Complex and Sukhna Lake.
Sukhna Lake
This 3-square-kilometre rain fed lake created in 1958 by damming the Sukhna Choe, is a seasonal stream coming down from the Shivalik Hills. Serious ‘walkers’ pursue an exercise regime and families enjoy an evening stroll. It attracts migratory birds from lands as far as Siberia and elsewhere.
Rose Garden
This is Asia's largest rose garden, Zakir Gulab Bag spread out over 30 acres of land, in sector 16. Here bloom 50,000 rose-trees of 1600 species. One can only see the flowers and cannot pluck them. Named after India's former President, Zakir Hussain, the garden was established in 1967 under the guidance of Chandigarh's first Chief Commissioner late Dr. M. S. Randhawa.
Government Museum and Art Gallery
This has a superb exhibit of Gandhara stone sculptures. Besides the place also is a storehouse of modern paintings and arts.
Mansa Devi and Chandi Mandir
Chandigarh Mansa Devi temple is a very famous shrine located at Panchkula, which is about 8 kms away from the city. This holy Siddh Peeth is dedicated to Mata Mansa Devi. According to the Hindu mythology, the head of Devi Sati had fallen over here. Mansa Devi Temple near Chandigarh basically houses two temples. The temple that is located near the parking lot is said to be the main temple. It was established in the year 1815 A.D by the ruler of Mani Majra. The credit for setting up the relatively new temple goes to the Maharaja of Patiala. Adjoining to the Chandigarh Mansa Devi mandir, there is a beautiful garden consisting of sacred plants.

Getting There
By Air: Chandigarh's airport is 11 kms from the City Centre. Airlines connection with prominent cities.
By Train: Chandigarh Railway Station is about 8 kms form the city center in Sector 17. Shatabdi Express and the Himalayan Queen provide two train connections every day between Chandigarh and Delhi. Chandigarh Transport Undertaking buses ply to and from the railway station to coincide with the arrival and departure of both trains.
By Road: The Union Territory of Chandigarh is well served by an excellent net work of roads. National highway 21 and 22 are the chief road arteries linking Chandigarh with the rest of the country. The city is within motorable distance from a number of popular towns and pilgrimage centers.

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