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2-Day Family Friendly Itinerary for Chandigarh in July 2023

  1. Day 1: Rose Garden
    10 minutes (3.2 km) from Chandigarh Railway Station

    Morning: Admire the beauty of this botanical garden filled with over 1600 species of roses. Take a leisurely walk and enjoy the fragrance of various types of roses.

    Afternoon: Visit the Rock Garden, a unique sculpture garden made from industrial and urban waste materials, including broken bangles, crockery, and tiles.

    Evening: Explore the Elante Mall, one of the largest shopping malls in northern India, with plenty of shopping, dining, and entertainment options for family and kids.

  2. Day 2: Sukhna Lake
    15 minutes (5.3 km) from Rose Garden

    Morning: Take a lakeside walk or enjoy boating in the serene Sukhna Lake, a man-made lake surrounded by beautiful hills. The lake is also a birdwatcher's paradise with over 150 species of migratory birds visiting every year.

    Afternoon: Visit the Government Museum and Art Gallery, which houses a collection of Indian miniature paintings, Gandhara sculptures, and contemporary Indian art.

    Evening: Head to Sector 17, a popular shopping and dining district with plenty of shops, restaurants, and street vendors to explore.

Recommendations

If you have more time, consider visiting the ChattBir Zoo, Pinjore Gardens, and the International Dolls Museum. You can also plan a day trip to the nearby hill stations of Shimla and Kasauli. To maximize your fun, try some local street food and sweets like chole bhature, gol gappe, and lassi. Don't forget to take a stroll in the beautiful Zakir Hussain Rose Garden in the morning.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Rose Garden (2 hours, free)
  • Rock Garden (2 hours, INR 30 per person)
  • Elante Mall (3 hours, varies)
  • Sukhna Lake (2 hours, INR 50 per adult for boating)
  • Government Museum and Art Gallery (2 hours, INR 20 per person)
  • Sector 17 (2 hours, varies)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 100 per person (excluding shopping and dining expenses)
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