Chandigarh City Guide
Chandigarh is India’s first planned city and the joint capital of Punjab and Haryana. Designed by Le Corbusier, Chandigarh is known for its modern architecture, clean roads, urban planning, gardens, and high quality of life.
📍 Quick Facts
StatePunjab & Haryana (UT)
Famous ForUrban Planning & Gardens
Ideal Duration2–3 Days
LanguagesHindi, Punjabi, English
🌦 Live Weather & Network
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📱 NetworkJio, Airtel, VI
🌐 InternetExcellent 4G & 5G
🗓 Best Time to Visit
Oct – MarBest climate for travel
Apr – JunWarm summers
Jul – SepMonsoon season
FestivalsBaisakhi & Rose Festival
🎯 Things to See & Do
🏛 Places
🍽 Food
🛍 Shopping
✨ Experiences
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Rock GardenIconic sculpture garden
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Rose GardenAsia’s largest rose garden
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Sukhna LakeBoating & sunset views
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Capitol ComplexUNESCO World Heritage Site
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Punjabi ThaliRich North Indian meals
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Tandoori DishesGrilled Punjabi flavors
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CafésSector 7 & 26 cafés
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Street FoodChaat & snacks
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Sector 17 PlazaCentral shopping area
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Elante MallLargest mall in Chandigarh
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Local MarketsClothing & accessories
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HandicraftsRegional items
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Cycling TracksCity-wide cycle paths
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Lake WalksMorning & evening strolls
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Live MusicCafés & lounges
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NightlifeSector 26 hubs
🗺 Suggested Chandigarh Itinerary
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Day 1Rock Garden · Sukhna Lake · Sector 17
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Day 2Rose Garden · Capitol Complex · Elante Mall
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Day 3Cafés · Leisure · Shopping
🚆 How to Reach Chandigarh
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Chandigarh Airport (IXC)Domestic & limited international flights
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Chandigarh Railway StationWell-connected rail hub
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CTU & Haryana RoadwaysFrom Delhi & North India
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TaxiDelhi ↔ Chandigarh from ₹4,000
🏨 Where to Stay in Chandigarh
Luxury Hotels
Mid-Range Hotels
Budget Hotels
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Taj ChandigarhLuxury city hotel
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JW MarriottPremium amenities
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Hyatt RegencyBusiness luxury
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Hotel MountviewHeritage-style hotel
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Hotel ShivalikviewComfort stay
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Hotel OysterCentral location
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Hotel City HeartValue stay
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Hotel KC Cross RoadMid-range option
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Guest HousesAffordable stays
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OYO HotelsLow-cost rooms
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Budget InnsShort stays
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HostelsBackpacker options
🍴 Popular Restaurants
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Pal DhabaLegendary Punjabi food
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Indian Coffee HouseClassic café
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Backpackers CaféModern dining
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Café Coffee DayCasual café
📍 Nearby Destinations
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Morni Hills · 45 kmHill getaway
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Panchkula · 10 kmTwin city
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Mohali · 10 kmTwin city
👕 What to Wear
Summer – Light cotton clothes
Winter – Warm jackets
City Outings – Smart casuals
Evenings – Comfortable footwear
🎉 Festivals
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Rose FestivalAnnual garden festival
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BaisakhiPunjabi harvest festival
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DiwaliCity celebrations