Things To Do
Zakir Hussain Rose Garden
Located in sector 16 of Chandigarh, Rose Garden is a blooming exhibit that showcases around 825 varieties of flowers and 32,500 varieties of trees and medicinal shrubs. Rose Garden in Chandigarh, also known as Zakir Hussain Rose Garden after the former president of India, although the best time to visit is during the bloom from January to March, the garden is spread over 30 acres and is decked up with an exquisite variety of flowers making it quite popular among tourists and nature enthusiasts. It is the largest garden of its kind in Asia and was built in the year 1967 under the guidance of the First Chief Commissioner, MS Randhawa.
Rock Garden of Chandigarh
Located in sector 1 of the beautiful city Chandigarh, The Rock Garden is a massive open-air exhibition hall that displays sculptures made from urban and industrial wastes that have been designed and executed by Nek Chand, a former Road Inspector in Chandigarh. It is located between the famous Sukhna Lake and the Capitol Building and is a spectacle that is must-visit! Also known as Nek Chand's Rock Garden, this massive 40-acre garden is a colourful mosaic of art pieces and sculptures. The Rock garden was built in the year 1957 by officer Nek Chand single-handedly in his spare time and has become a long-standing symbol of imagination and novelty in the city. Having a total of about 5,000 statues within its bounds, the Rock Garden in Chandigarh is a true example of 'Best From Waste'.
Sukhna Lake
Nestled at the foot of Shivalik Hills, Sukhna Lake stretches a distance of 3 sq. km., and is a man-made lake and is the only one of its kind in the city, created in the year 1958 by damming the seasonal Sukhna Choe (Stream) that flows down the Shivalik Hills. With its pristine blue water, the lake serves as a perfect location for a stream of morning joggers and walkers who can also enjoy the fresh air. In fact, the architect of Chandigarh - India's first planned city - Le Corbusier claimed that this lake would be the centre of wellness pursuits for the residents. The promenade in front of the lake is frequented by walkers and joggers who carry out their exercise regimes here. Moreover, it also has one of the longest rowing channels in the country that host the Asian Rowing Championships. The best way to enjoy a tour of the Sukhna Lake is to go on a lazy boating tour on it. You can hire a boat for an individual or for a couple, which would cost you between INR 50 - INR 100
Le Corbusier Centre
Le Corbusier Centre is a popular heritage spot in the city of Chandigarh, situated at Sector 19B and dedicated to the ancient architect of the city- Le Corbusier who was a Swiss- French architect and originally designed the city almost six decades ago. The building houses the legacy, research, study, writings and works of the famous architect.
Sector 17 Market
Sector 17 Market is the most popular of the city. Replete with several big brand stores, international outlets, food chains and eateries, the market is popular both among the youngsters and the adults. From kids wear to fashion apparels to bridal stores and the like, the market has got something for everyone and is bustling with visitors all through the day. Some of our favorites places to shop are Meena Bazaar Aliyana, Blackberrys, Da Milano Italia, Wills Lifestyle, Phulkari, Upphar Ethnic Wear, Manyavar & Mohey, Poshak Chandigarh, and men, if you want custom made suits, head to Trendsetters. Some of our favorite spots to eat are: Hot Millions, it dishes out North Indian, Chinese, Fast Foods and varied types of desserts which you must definitely try out if you need a quick bite. Sindhi Sweets: It dishes out pure vegetarian North Indian, South Indian and Chinese cuisines. You will also find many people in the streets selling delicious street snacks from the carts.
Gopal Sweets Chandigarh
The best traditional sweets and and snacks in town, along with Sindhi Sweets. The delicate intricate designs and flavors are irreplaceable, and for a mouthful of delightful flavors, this is a must go spot, and thank us later.
Elante Mall
For a good mix of traditional and western shopping, this is the best mall to go to. Amongst some of the designers we all know and love, are some great Indian attire shops that are like no other.
Kalyan Jewellers
Kalyan Jewellers is an Indian jewellery store chain.[1] It was founded by T. S. Kalyanaraman, who started their first jewellery shop in 1993 in Thrissur, Kerala, India with a capital of ₹7.5 million (US$110,000) and has since grown to become the largest jewellery store chain in India.[1] With approximately 8000 employees, the chain has 100 showrooms across India. Bloomberg has valued Kalyan Jewellers at about only 1 rs per year in January 2013.
Talwar Jewellers
The story of Talwar Jewellery House began in the mid-1940’s when a gifted bench jeweller named Dina Nath Talwar moved back to Punjab from Burma at the advent of the Second World War. Soon India gained independence and to compensate for the loss of Punjab’s capital city the formation of Chandigarh was announced. In 1954, to explore new avenues Mr Dina Nath Talwar along with his son Late Shri Kailash Chand Talwar and his two brothers moved to the newly found city, eventually forming the Chandigarh’s first jewellery business. For over 100 years, and now five generations, the Talwar family has provided superior guest services, quality, and value. Today, through Talwar Jewellery House and Talwar Watch Company, we look forward to helping your dreams come true with jewellery and timepieces that your loved ones will enjoy for generations to come.
Jama Masjid
The Masjid e Jahan Numa, commonly known as the Jama Masjid of Delhi, is one of the largest mosques in India. It was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan between 1650 and 1656 at a cost of one million rupees, and was inaugurated by Imam Syed Abdul Ghafoor Shah Bukhari from Bukhara, present-day Uzbekistan.
Chandni Chowk
In the heart of Old Delhi, The Chandni Chowk (Moonlight Square) is one of the oldest and busiest markets in Old Delhi, India. It is located close to Old Delhi Railway Station. The Red Fort monument is located at the eastern end of Chandni Chowk and is now a museum. It was built in the 17th century by Mughal Emperor of India Shah Jahan and designed by his daughter Jahanara. The Jama Masjid is a huge red-sandstone masque with towering minarets. The market was once divided by canals (now closed) to reflect moonlight and remains one of India's largest wholesale markets. Chandni Chowk is a busy shopping area with markets full of spices, dried fruit, silver jewelry and vivid saris, while the narrow side streets are crowded with tiny shops selling essential oils, stationery and traditional Indian sweets. If you're looking for bargain items, including traditional clothing, this is the number one spot to get them! Bargaining is okay, but tourists are advised to be careful of pickpockets.
Sarojini Nagar
Sarojini nagar is a famous market in South Delhi where you can buy branded clothes like Zara, Mango, gap, Benetton etc for as little as Rs 50. Located in the neighborhood of South Delhi, Sarojini Nagar market is one of the best places to shop in Delhi. In this market, you can buy clothes, jewelry, shoes, bags, cosmetics for a very cheap price. Some of the clothes you get here are the export surplus garments, which is why they are sold at such low prices. The only drawback of this market is that you won’t find any fitting rooms here as the shops are on the streets, but, that won't stop you from finding branded clothes for as low as Rs 100, would it? This market remains closed on Monday but, you can get the cheapest finds on Monday as only a few vendors are open on Monday. Other than shopping, Sarojini Nagar is also popular for its street food. Do try out the momos, pav-bhaji, milkshakes, sweets and more. This market opens around 11 AM and closes around 9-10 PM.
Taj Mahal
The Taj Mahal is an ivory-white marble Islamic mausoleum on the south bank of the Yamuna river in the Indian city of Agra. It was commissioned in 1632 by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan to house the tomb of his favourite wife, Mumtaz Mahal; it also houses the tomb of Shah Jahan himself.
Tomb of Itmad-ud-Daula
Mughal mausoleum in the city of Agra often described as a "jewel box", sometimes called the "Bachcha Taj", the tomb of Etmauddaula is often regarded as a draft of the Taj Mahal. Along with the main building, the structure consists of numerous outbuildings and gardens. The tomb, built between 1622 and 1628, and represents a transition between the first phase of monumental Mughal architecture – primarily built from red sandstone with marble decorations, as in Humayun's Tomb in Delhi and Akbar's tomb in Sikandra – to its second phase, based on white marble and pietra dura inlay, most elegantly realized in the Taj Mahal. The mausoleum was commissioned by Nur Jahan, the wife of Jahangir, for her father Mirzā Ghiyās Beg, originally a Persian Amir in exile,[1] who had been given the title of I'timād-ud-Daulah (pillar of the state).
Agra Fort
Agra Fort is a historical fort in the city of Agra in India. It was the main residence of the emperors of the Mughal Dynasty until 1638, when the capital was shifted from Agra to Delhi. Before capture by the British, the last Indian rulers to have occupied it were the Marathas.
Tomb of Akbar the Great
Akbar's tomb is the tomb of the Mughal emperor Akbar This tomb is an important Mughal architectural masterpiece. It was built in 1605–1613 by his son Jahangir and is situated in 119 acres of grounds in Sikandra, a sub of Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India.
Harmandir Sahib - Golden Temple
The Golden Temple, also known as Harmandir Sahib, meaning "abode of God" or Darbār Sahib, meaning "exalted court", is a Gurdwara located in the city of Amritsar, Punjab, India. It is the holiest Gurdwara and the most important pilgrimage site of Sikhism.
Manali -
Manali is a high-altitude Himalayan resort town in India’s northern Himachal Pradesh state. It has a reputation as a backpacking center and honeymoon destination. Set on the Beas River, it’s a gateway for skiing in the Solang Valley and trekking in Parvati Valley. It's also a jumping-off point for paragliding, rafting and mountaineering in the Pir Panjal mountains, home to 4,000m-high Rohtang Pass.
Hawa Mahal
Hawa Mahal is a palace in Jaipur, India. Made with the red and pink sandstone, the palace sits on the edge of the City Palace, Jaipur, and extends to the Zenana, or women's chambers. The structure was built in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh, the grandson of Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh, who was the founder of Jaipur. Jaipur is the capital of India’s Rajasthan state. It evokes the royal family that once ruled the region and that, in 1727, founded what is now called the Old City, or “Pink City” for its trademark building color. At the center of its stately street grid (notable in India) stands the opulent, colonnaded City Palace complex. With gardens, courtyards and museums, part of it is still a royal residence. If anyone is interested in gemstones, Jaipur is the place to go!
City Palace
City Palace, Udaipur is a palace complex situated in the city of Udaipur in the Indian state of Rajasthan. It was built over a period of nearly 400 years, with contributions from several rulers of the Mewar dynasty.
Ganges
The Ganges, is a trans-boundary river of Asia which flows through India and Bangladesh. The 2,525 km (1,569 mi) river rises in the western Himalayas in the Indian state of Uttarakhand, and flows south and east through the Gangetic Plain of India and Bangladesh, eventually emptying into the Bay of Bengal. The Ganges is a lifeline to millions who live along its course. It is a most sacred river to Hindus, and worshiped as the goddess Ganga in Hinduism.
Mumbai
Mumbai also known as Bombay, the official name until 1995 is the capital city of the Indian state of Maharashtra. Mumbai is built on what was once an archipelago of seven islands, and is the financial, commercial and entertainment capital of India. It is also one of the world's top ten centers of commerce in terms of global financial flow. The city also houses India's Hindi (Bollywood) and Marathi cinema industries. Mumbai's business opportunities, as well as its potential to offer a higher standard of living, attract migrants from all over India, making the city a melting pot of many communities and cultures. The islands were later governed by the independent Gujarat Sultanate, which was established in 1407. The Sultanate's patronage led to the construction of many mosques, prominent being the Haji Ali Dargah in Worli, built in honor of the Muslim saint Haji Ali in 1431.
Goa
Goa is a state on the southwestern coast of India and geographically separated from the Deccan highlands by the Western Ghats. It is surrounded by the Indian states of Maharashtra to the north and Karnataka to the east and south, with the Arabian Sea forming its western coast. Goa is visited by large numbers of international and domestic tourists each year for its white sand beaches, nightlife, places of worship and World Heritage-listed architecture. It has rich flora and fauna, owing to its location on the Western Ghats range, a biodiversity hotspot.