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The Capital City - Chandigarh

Chandigarh, derives its name from a temple Chandi Mandir in the vicinity of the site selected for the city (deity Chandi, goddess of power), and a fort or ‘garh" beyond the temple, called Chandigarh..

Chandigarh was conceived as the capital of Punjab, in lieu of the lost capital at Lahore. But Punjab was divided a second time in 1966, and Chandigarh is today the capital of the States of both Punjab and Haryana. However, the city does not belong to either. Chandigarh is a Union Territory, administered by the Government of India.

Chandigarh belongs to its people. They love the city, and are proud of the quality of life it continues to provide.

AREA: 144 Sq.Km. ALTITUDE: 304 Mts TEMPERATURE: Max- 44 C and Min-23 C in Summer, Max-24C and Min-1.7 C in Winter.

The City of Garden and Pilgrimage Centre - Chandigarh

Rock garden

The Rock Garden sprawling over 64 acres is a strange but unique garden- an artists dream, build by one man's effort, love, ingenuity and skill. Nek Chand who was an ordinary public works department employee of the Chandigarh admin
istration, conceived the idea of the garden as a solution to the disposal of city waste and domestic garbage. There are no flowers or plants in this garden. The garden was created sector by sector with rocks and discarded objects like bottle tops, fluorescent lights, mud guard, tin cans, broken glass etc which Nek Chand meticulously collected from door to door. The creative artist built, dolls and figures of birds, men and women and set them along a maze of paths. He was duly honored and appointed as the director of the garden.

Sukhna Lake

Sukna lake an artificial, manmade lake spread over 3 square kilometers on the northern border of Chandigarh is the venue of the Asian rowing championships. The tree-shaded shores is a favorite spot for strolling and bird watching. From December through February, one can see many species of aquatic birds from Central Asia and Siberia. Sukhna lake has facility for renting rowing boats and there is also a children's park.

The Open Hand Monument

Open Hand monument in the Capital Complex in sector 1, is made of a metal sheet, 14 metres high and weighing 50 tonnes and rotate freely in the wind from a high concrete pedestal. Some times it resembles a bird in flight The design of this giant hand emblem was conceived by Le Corbusier. The symbol stands for peace and unity - 'Open to give - Open to receive'. It is official emblem of the city.

Secretariat

It is the largest building in the Government or Capital Complex. It is an elongated building, with concrete walls intended as a work place for about 4000 people. The centre portion contains the offices of ministers. From the roof top of this building there is a good panoramic view of the city and the hills beyond.

The Legislative Assembly

The Legislative Assembly square in plan with a monumental portico standing free from the main building has a removable dome and a mural by Le Corbusier. It faces the high court which delineates the south eastern end of the Capitol Piazza.

The High Court

The High Court is a classic work of modern architecture. It is one of the first monuments to be built in the Capital complex. The structure of this building has a double roof, projecting over the office block, like a inverted umbrella shading its lower part, symbolizing the law as an umbrella of shelter for the ordinary citizen.

GARDENS AND VALLEYS

The Chandigarh horticulture department has done its best in turning whatever land available into beautiful landscapes. They have collected and planted varieties of ornamental plants of various colours and shades. A few places that have been turned into beautiful gardens and valleys are:

Leisure Valley : This Valley contains the famous Dr. Zakir Rose garden, Shanty Kunj, Cannas garden; the garden of unusual plants.

Dr. Zakir Rose Garden

The rose garden in sector 16 is claimed to be the Asia's largest Rose garden. This garden was created in 1967, under the expert guidance of Dr M.S. Randhawa, Chandigarh's first Chief Commissioner, and is named after India's President, Zakir Hussain. It is spread over an area of 30 acres and have 1600 different species of roses. Every year a 'Rose Festival' is celebrated at this garden, either at the end of February or beginning of March. It is one of the main cultural events of the city and draws thousands of visitors. There are lots of competitions, cultural celebrations and many other events.

Shanti Kunj

Shanti Kunj (Abode of Peace) situated in sector 16 has trees, streams and meditation nooks, spread over 18 acres of land.

Bougainvillea Garden

Hundreds of bougainvillea varieties adorn the garden spread over 20 acres in sector 10. The creepers cover a wide assortment of arches, pavilions and arcades. The annual Bougainvillea Show is held here.

Terraced Garden

Terraced Garden, spread over 8 acres in sector 33, is the venue for the annual Chrysanthemum Show. There is also an illuminated musical fountain here.
Topiry garden A garden of animals of wire figure, which is a source of amusement for the children.

Mango gardens : On Purva Marg where best quality Dusehari plants brought from Malihabad have been planted.Mango garden near railway station

Rajendra Park

A natural park where Mangoes, peaches, plums etc have been planted. Horse shows are held here from time to time.

MUSEUMS AND GALLERIES

Museum and Art Gallery

The art gallery in Sector 10, contains a modest collection of Indian stone sculptures dating back to the Gandhara period, together with some miniatures paintings and modern art. The adjacent museum has fossils and implements of prehistoric humans found in India.

Museum of Evolution of Life (Science Museum)

Inaugurated on 14 August, 1973, this museum depicts the origin of the earth and the evolution of life. The exhibits cover 5,000 years of Indian History from the Indus Valley Civilization to the present day. There are other galleries of astronomy, geology and the world of ancient man.

Child Art Gallery

This gallery exhibits works by young artists of Chandigarh. The museum frequently organises art workshops for students and children.

National Gallery of Portraits

Situated on Sector 17B this gallery contains portraits of Indian freedom fighters, rare documents, sculptures, ceramic murals and recordings of the voices of 125 prominent figures of India's Independence movement. The library here has books on India's freedom struggle.

International Dolls Museum

This museum situated in Bal Bhawan in Sector 23, contains more than 300 dolls from nearly every country in the world. It was inaugurated on 24th December, 1985.

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