Historical Sites in Chandigarh

Here's a list of Historical Sites in Chandigarh recommended by our experts:

Designed and sculpted to perfection, Chandigarh is one of the greenest cities in India – located at the foothills of the Shivalik range of the Himalayas. The sprawling open spaces in the first planned city of post-independence India are an enduring testament to architect Le Corbusier's legacy, and they provide much needed respite from the stressful energy of the concrete jungle. Cosmopolitan Chandigarh boasts brilliant modern architecture, high urban planning, low crime rate and ideal climactic conditions. Tourists look forward to exploring the plethora of beautiful gardens and picnic spots dotting the landscape here. The clean and green surroundings of Chandigarh are an irresistible allure for many, including families, couples and solo travellers. From chilling at Rock Garden or Leisure Valley, and strolling along Pinjore Garden or boating in Sukhna Lake, to dropping in at a local bakery or soulful gurudwara or temple – the different places to visit in Chandigarh ensure a memorable vacation for all, including history buffs. Here is a definitive list of the best historical sites in Chandigarh:

Capitol Complex

Capitol Complex

Place to Visit in Chandigarh
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The Capitol Complex is Le Corbusier's most spectacular work, which makes Chandigarh unique from other places of India. He conceived the master plan of ...

International Dolls Museum

International Dolls Museum

Museum in Chandigarh
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Located in Sector 23, International Dolls Museum in Chandigarh, India is one of the best museums of our country. It houses splendid dolls and puppets gathered ...

Government Museum & Art Gallery

Government Museum & Art Gallery

Museum in Chandigarh
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Located in Sector 10, Government Museum & Art Gallery in Chandigarh is a very famous tourist attraction place that houses magnificent Gandhara period stone ...

Panjab University

Panjab University

Training Institute in Chandigarh

Panjab University is a public Autonomous university located in Chandigarh Union Territory, India. The campus is residential, spread over 550 acres in sectors 14...

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Burail Village, Chandigarh

Burail Village, Chandigarh

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An oddity is Burail village located in the center of the modern planned city that is renowned across the globe as a monument to planning , to layout, to order, ...

Sightseeing Tour Chandigarh

Sightseeing Tour Chandigarh

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Chandigarh is a city in Northern India that serves as the capital of the states of Punjab and Haryana. The city of Chandigarh was the first planned city in ...

Fashion Technology Park

Fashion Technology Park

Business Place in Chandigarh
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Fashion Technology Park is a unique mega project in Punjab-India, promoted by Chandigarh Overseas Pvt. Ltd., a Green Field Ventures Group Project, with an ...

Oxford Heart And Multi Speciality Hospital

Oxford Heart And Multi Speciality Hospital

Medical Place in Chandigarh
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A hospital is a health care institution providing patient treatment with specialised staff and equipment. Hospitals are usually funded by the public sector, ...

Pinjore Gardens

Pinjore Gardens

Garden/Botanical Garden in Chandigarh
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Pinjore gardens deserve a special mention. Also known as Yadavindra Gardens, they are situated about 20 kms away from the city. The work of creating Pinjore ...

Chetanya Hospital

Chetanya Hospital

Medical Place in Chandigarh
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Chaitanya Hospital is a leading hospital of Chandigarh providing comprehensive, high quality and ethical medical care to citizens of the city beautiful ...