4-Day Itinerary for Chandigarh

  1. Day 1: Rock Garden
    15 minutes (7.6 km) from Chandigarh Railway Station

    Visit the beautiful Rock Garden, a unique sculpture garden created using waste materials. Explore its 20 unique rock-art installations and take in the whimsical beauty of the place. Make sure to take plenty of pictures while enjoying nature's beauty, with flora and fauna surrounding the sculptures.

  2. Day 2: Sukhna Lake and Open Hand Monument
    10 minutes (5 km) from Rock Garden

    Spend the day at Sukhna Lake, a peaceful spot to spend a relaxing day surrounded by nature. Take a boat ride, go or fishing and spot migratory birds. Then, visit the Open Hand Monument, a symbol of peace and unity. Designed by the legendary Le Corbusier, this monument is worth capturing in your memory.

  3. Day 3: Rose Garden and Pinjore Garden
    18 minutes (12 km) from Sukhna Lake

    Begin the day at the stunning Rose Garden, blooming with rare and exotic varieties of roses. Go for morning jog or walk along with scenic beauty and take a break to relax amidst the colorful and fragrant roses.

    In the afternoon, visit Pinjore Garden, a Mughal-style garden known for its horticultural beauty. The garden is spread across a massive 100 acres and has numerous fountains and palatial structures. So get ready with your camera to capture the beauty of the gardens.

  4. Day 4: Elante Mall and Cactus Garden
    21 minutes (15 km) from Pinjore Garden

    Spend the morning shopping and eating at the sparkling Elante Mall, one of the largest malls in north India. After lunch, visit the unique Cactus Garden, a horticulturist's delight. You can observe the various species of cacti grown across the globe in this garden. Take in the beauty of these unique plants surrounded by scenic mountains and greenery.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Rock Garden (2 hours, INR 50)
  • Sukhna Lake and Open Hand Monument (3-4 hours, Free)
  • Rose Garden and Pinjore Garden (4 hours, INR 210 at Pinjore Garden entrance fee)
  • Elante Mall and Cactus Garden (5-6 hours, INR 300 for cactus garden entrance fee)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 560

Useful Tips

With limited time, you can skip the Elante Mall and visit the Le Corbusier Center instead. The museum showcases his works and gives insight into his life. Chandigarh is a beautiful city to explore, take some time out to stroll the Sukhna lake promenade in the evening to close your day on a beautiful note.

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