
The manifestation of a dream actualized by Le Corbusier, Chandigarh lies at the foothills of the Shivalik range of the Himalayas and is a rare epitome of modernization co-existing with nature. The city, apart from being a Union Territory, also serves the capital of two states of India – Punjab and Haryana. With broad, clean, tree-lined roads, modernist architecture, leisurely pace of living, mouth-watering food and nearness to the hills, the city attracts tourists from all over the world.
Chandigarh is a model for urban planners because of its alluring parks, calm lakes, innovative gardens and a world-class cricket ground. It is a rich, prosperous, spic and span, green city - rightly called “The City Beautiful”.
The city has a pre-historic past. It was in the ancient past, a wide lake ringed by a marsh. The fossil remains found at the site indicate a variety of aquatic and amphibian life.
Any tour of "The City Beautiful" needs to begin with boating at the beautiful Sukhna Lake. The other worth-visiting attractions in Chandigarh are the Rock Garden, and the Leisure Valley & Rose Garden.
One of the most famous places to visit in Chandigarh is the Capitol complex, which is also often referred to as Le Corbusier Centre. Earlier used as Le Corbusier's base, this UNESCO World Heritage Site has now been converted into a museum, and tourists are free to visit it. The Capitol is also home to the state's Vidhan Sabha, High Court, and Secretariat.
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Mar - Jul: Min: 33° C / Max: 47° C
Jul - Sep: Min: 25° C / Max: 35° C
Oct - Feb: Min: 2° C / Max: 14° C
Millennium City of India!!
Gurgaon is not only one of the most urbanised cities of India, but it also boasts of a skyline that can easily rival those of Hong Kong and Singapore.
Easily accessible from Delhi and Noida, Gurgaon is fast becoming a popular travel destination among holidaymakers. Starting from natural treasures to a flourishing lifestyle and a vibrant nightlife, Gurgaon has everything you could need.
Home to a vast variety of unique flora and fauna as well as bird species, the Sultanpur National Park and Bird Sanctuary is a place where you can go to sit back and relax amidst nature.
Offering a scenic view of the Aravalli mountains, the Sohna Lake is a popular picnic spot among both locals and tourists. The largest natural lake of the city, however, is Damdama Lake, which apart from being a place where you can lie back and unwind, also offers adventure activities such as kayaking, rock climbing, boating and valley crossing.
The City of Ancient Wars!!
Panipat is known for the three historical battles that were fought here. Innumerable monument, forts, temples and its magnificent historical..
connections make Panipat in Haryana an interesting tourist destination. Also known as 'City of Weavers', and 'Textile City', this is an important city for textile production.
Panipat was one of the five cities (prasthas) founded by Pandava brothers during the times of Mahabharata. The ruins of the Old Fort belonging to the Islamicate rule, the Kabuli Shah Mosque, Ibrahim Lodhi's grave and the tomb of Bu Ali Shah Kalandar is sure to bring out the archaeologist in you and leave you with enlightened with some overwhelming historical magnificence.