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Topiary Park

A children's park with excellent playing facilities, Topiary Park in Sector 35 is a favourite amongst the little ones.

The one-stop shopping destination in Chandigarh, spread across 5.5 acres, is undoubtedly the Paras Downtown Square. It is one of the largest shopping malls in the region, with a built-up area of 3,34,000 sq. ft. A highly preferred mall amongst customers, it flaunts luxurious atriums with a translucent ceiling and has an acre-huge green belt. Shoppers can also enjoy quality movie time at the Carnival Cinemas or have a coffee at the adjacent Cafe Coffee Day. Food lovers can stop by Paras Downtown Square and enjoy an extensive 20,000 sq ft food court with multiple options. Paras Downtown Square also houses North India's first rooftop football ground named the Tiki-Taka Football ground. The mall is fully air-conditioned with elevator facilities and free and accessible parking in two-level basements. Located in Zirakpur, Paras Downtown Square houses all the famous fashion brands ranging from Pantaloons, Big Bazaar, United Colors of Benetton, Levi's, Bia, Pepe Jeans, Reebok, Nike, and many others Read More

The City Bird Wildlife Sanctuary is located in sector 21 of Chandigarh. It is also popularly known as Parrot Bird Sanctuary due to the presence of hundreds of different types of parrots. The total area of the sanctuary covers around 2.9 hectares with several trees that bring you close to nature. City Bird Wildlife Sanctuary was established in 1998. It is the second sanctuary after the Sukhna Wildlife Sanctuary of Chandigarh. Along with the parrots you will also find around 262 varieties of birds such as peacocks, Hoopoes, Hornbills, Woodpeckers, etc. Apart from that, you will find various butterflies, reptiles such as Common Krait, Indian Python, etc. You will also find leopards, Hanuman Langur, and Mongoose in the sanctuary. Several benches are beautifully designed for the visitors to sit and enjoy the serenity of the park. Not only this, but the sanctuary is also the first bird sanctuary for birds which is located in the middle of the city. However, in the past few years, there has been a decline in the population of parrots. Previously, the population was around 10, 000 which has been drastically reduced to 2000. In the past, parrots used to sleep and wake up according to “Photoperiodism.” It means that they wake up according to the lights which were installed by the Municipal Corporation.After the complaint of a bird lover, it was noted that the artificial lights largely affect the sleep pattern of birds. Then the lights were switched off according to the instructions by the Wildlife Department. It is one of the beloved places of locals to escape from their daily life and enjoy the chirping of birds. The best time to watch the flocks of parrots is early in the morning and evening. Read More

Located in Manimajra of Chandigarh DT City Centre is also known as the DT Mall of Chandigarh, showcasing premium brands like Park Avenue, Levi's, Only, Vero Moda, Carlton London, Octave, and many others. The DT City Centre is a part of the DLF group and has PVR cinemas, also called the DT Cinemas, for its visitors. DT mall has a wide range of stores for kids and infants. There is also a Buddies Plante children's play zone, which is open from 11:30 AM to 08:30 PM. For some food delight inside DT Mall, shoppers can stop by Mcdonalds, cafe Coffee Day or Dunkin Donuts and More for a palatable experience. Read More

The Fateh Burj is located in Mohali, Punjab. Fateh Burj means Victory Tower and also the tallest tower in India. It was built in 2011 situated in Baba Banda Bahadur War Memorial in a 20 acres plot. It has a historical significance with the battle of Chappar Chiri between Baba Banda Bahadur Singh against Mughal emperor Wazir Khan. While entering the war memorial, you will find the Fateh Burj which has a height of 328 feet. The openings and windows of the tower are made in a triangular shape that symbolizes the opening that was previously used by the army to place cannons and guns. Its structure has an octagonal shape divided into three sections that can easily withstand the high pressure of the wind. During the evening, the minar looks magnificent with soothing and classy lighting. Along with that, the minar is surrounded by an artificial pond and green landscape. The design of the war memorial is a small replica of Chappar Chiri with small artificial hilltops. Statues of Baba Banda Bahadur Singh and other warriors are placed on every hilltop. Beneath those statues, they have halls and rooms that contain a museum to provide information about the past. On the top of the minar, you will observe a dome is kept which signifies the Sikh culture. The whole setup of the war memorial will transport you to history. It is also equipped with advanced technology which comprises an open-air theatre. On special occasions, the Fateh Burj lights up with different laser shows and sound effects. People come here with their family and friends to spend some time together. The whole place is well-maintained and hygienic as well. To visit Fateh Burj, there is no entry fee and free parking as well. Read More

One of the popular places which you need to visit whenever you arrive in Chandigarh is Kalagram. It is a popular craft village which is one of the major tourist attractions. Kalagram is located on the street when you head towards Panchkula from Chandigarh. Every year, it hosts the National Crafts Festival that lasts up to 10 days. Various folk artists, cultural dancers, singers, and traditional craftsmen arrive to showcase their talent. The Kalagram village was set up to preserve the cultural heritage and revive the local craftsmen and artisans. Various handicraft materials such as clothing, home-furniture, lifestyle, architecture attract tourists round the year. One of the major attractions of Kalagram is "Baithak" which is a specifically designed restaurant in Punjabi style. It offers several lip-smacking dishes of Punjabi cuisine. You can also organize exotic parties at the next stop which is the "Glassy Bar." Here people organize get-togethers and enjoy dancing with spectacular lighting and music. Another attraction is "Citco Da Vehra" which is a mansion designed in a Punjabi style with colourful decorations. The grand entrance and beautiful greenery make this place extraordinary and give a glimpse of the historical provinces of Punjab. Along with that Kalagram also has a museum called "Virasat Museum," which exhibits the various ancient and cultural artefacts of Indian culture.Not only this, Kalagram offers several foods that attract visitors from across the world. This is a great initiative by the government to preserve and introduce Indian tradition to the world. It is a great place to rejoice and explore rural India in a modern and organized way with friends and family. Read More

Situated just a kilometer northeast of Sukhna Lake in the foothills of Shivalik, Sukhna Wildlife Sanctuary was formed in 1998. One of the most popular wildlife sanctuaries in Chandigarh, Sukhna Wildlife Sanctuary is spread across 2600 hectares and has over 150 small and large water bodies around the Sukhna lake, forming their catchment areas. Situated just a kilometer northeast of Sukhna Lake in the foothills of Shivalik, Sukhna Wildlife Sanctuary was formed in 1998. One of the most popular wildlife sanctuaries in Chandigarh, Sukhna Wildlife Sanctuary is spread across 2600 hectares and has over 150 small and large water bodies around the Sukhna lake, forming their catchment areas. Visitors can enjoy uninterrupted wildlife, watching peaceful glimpses of peacocks, cuckoo, spotted deer, pangolin, jungle cat, wild boar, sambar, and many others. Bird lovers can enjoy more than 1750 varieties of birds flying around, including kingfisher, hoopoes, red jungle fowl, grey partridge, and dozens of varieties of reptiles, including cobra, Russell's viper, and Indian python. Varieties of fauna include neem, kikar, dhaak, shisham, semal, moonj, vasak and dozens more. The sanctuary previously faced major issues of siltation by the Sukhna river, but now the adequate forest cover of the area has reduced it. It has two entry points via the Kansal gate and the Nepli gate. Travelers can embark on their journey inside the sanctuary via Kaimbwala village from the Kansal gate or Suketri village through Nepli gate. Visitors need to prior seek permission and pass from the Chandigarh forest department to visit the sanctuary. The sanctuary remains closed in the rainy season. Read More

The Tagore Theatre was established in September 1962. It was built as a tribute to the Nobel laureate and great poet Rabindranath Tagore. The Tagore Theatre is the best and oldest auditorium in Chandigarh for the public. It is one of the renowned places in Chandigarh and holds different types of events throughout the year. The theatre is run by a foundation called "Tagore Theatre Society," which was also formed in 1962. At those times, several famous actors of Indian cinema were associated with the Tagore Theatre Society. The theatre is situated in Sector 18 of Chandigarh, Punjab. It has several facilities which are necessary to hold any type of indoor event. Tagore theatre can easily hold 801 people at once along with a huge stage for theatrical performances. Other than that, it holds cultural programs, annual functions, company seminars, Comedy and Musical shows, and many more. It has a cuboid-like design with straight lines which is the iconic feature of the theatre. However, the theatre has undergone several renovations as well. It has AC basements, a green room, rehearsal halls, book shops, and many more along with the main auditorium. You can book Tagore theatre if you are an organization at Rs. 5000. The price range for schools and colleges is around Rs. 10, 000. The prices differ if you organize free and ticketed events. Read More

The Tank Monument in Chandigarh is located near Leisure Valley, quite close to the Government Museum and Art Gallery. A Patton tank (M46), it is a tribute to the Indian Army and stands as a testament to their wars with Pakistan, especially of the Indo-Pakistan War of 1965. The 1965 War between India and Pakistan saw the latter fighting with superior quality equipment including tanks. This particular Patton tank was captured during the Battle of Asal Uttar as it is said that the Pakistani troops would abandon a tank once it was hit fearing that it would go up in flames. The tank was inaugurated here by Shri Vijay Dev, IAS, Advisor to the Administrator, UT Chandigarh. Read More

The Natural History Museum is located in the Sector 10 area of Chandigarh. It was established in the year 1973 and comprises various historical artefacts. The Natural History Museum comprises several artefacts dating 5000 years back, especially Indian history. Initially, the museum was named as "Museum of Evolution of Life." One of the major features of the museum is that it is popular for exhibiting knowledge about the evolution of life. Beginning from the micro-organisms then to multicellular organisms and about animals, it comprises all the data. Apart from that, it has several paintings that are preserved for so many years. There is a different gallery for dinosaurs that contains real fossils. Also, it has different models of the dinosaurs to deeply explain their evolution and their destruction as well. Apart from that, the museum has other galleries that are related to astronomy along with the collection of real fossils. The Natural History Museum is divided into three different sections- science, art, and architecture. The museum clearly defines how dinosaurs were different from reptiles and other species. It also has several notable historical data to deeply understand the Mesozoic era. Also, it defines how the Triassic period was appropriate for the dinosaurs and how they eventually became extinct. Locals and various schools and colleges organise excursions in the Natural History Museum regularly. It also contains information about the formation of the earth such as the “Big Bang Theory.” You can take a cab from Chandigarh airport or Railway station to reach the Natural History Museum. Read More