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Cactus Garden, Panchkula

Established by Dr J.S. Sarkaria, the Cactus Garden is a fascinating place with a wide collection of Indian succulents, and is the largest such garden in the world.

Situated on Highway NH22 near Panchkula, Chokhi Dhani is a quintessential village that has been designed to encourage the rural art and heritage culture of Rajasthan. It has its counterpart in Rajasthan also and this one has also been based on the same. Aside from the mud thatch dwellings, to traditional and authentic Rajasthani food, every tiny detail in Chokhi Dhani has been designed keeping in mind the rural culture of Rajasthan. Boasting of immense natural beauty, plenty of fresh air and away from the hustle bustle of the city, Chokhi Dhani provides the much needed respite from the city life. It also hosts and organizes folk dance and song performances from local artists to promote the local art. In addition to that, they use hand crafted artefacts and decorations to adorn the walls and the rooms. This is however, merged with modern amenities for a comfortable and convenient experience. Besides, here you can also try activities like horse rides, camel rides, bullock cart rides, magic shows and more. Read More

Situated on the border of Haryana and Himachal Pradesh, Gurudwara Toka Sahib is built in the honour of Guru Gobind Singh. It is believed that the Guru stayed here for a couple of days in 1688. Toka Sahib is basically a modest room with a spacious verandah and is entirely painted in white. Other than that, the hut is also located in the premises where the caretaker of the shrine exists. In addition to that, there is also an ancient well which is considered holy. The surroundings boasts of serenity and peace. Read More

Mansa Devi Temple, Panchkula

Mansa Devi Temple is nestled in the foothills of the Shivalik mountain range and is spread over an area of 100 acres bordering the village of Bilaspur, near Mani Majra, in the Panchkula district of Haryana. Mansa Devi Temple has maintained the sanctity of being an important shrine for worshipping Shakti (Mansa Devi), the divine feminine incarnation of the innate cosmic energy that is said to epitomize and rule the forces of the universe, in Hinduism and Shaktism. The main attraction of the temple is formed by a tree around which devotees tie sacred threads to get their prayers answered. Mansa Devi Temple is a highly revered attraction and is popular among devotees from all over India, especially during the Navratri - Nine Nights of Worship of the Goddess. Set against a scenic backdrop and amidst some beautiful, lush green lawns, this temple is a must visit for peace lovers. Tourists consistently speak of the remarkably clean premises. The main temple can be accessed after climbing quite a few stairs. Voluntary free kitchens or 'bhandaras' operate within the shrine complex and provide free food to all pilgrims. The temple gathers huge crowds on auspicious days, especially during the Navaratra Melas. These fairs are a huge attraction twice a year for nine days. The Shrine Board makes elaborate arrangements for the comfortable stay and darshan of the devotees. Read More

Morni Hills is a hill station situated on the outskirts of Panchkula in Haryana close to Chandigarh. Being the only hill stations in Haryana, it is also a popular picnic destination for locals and tourists alike. The hills are 1,220 metres in height and have some really stunning views to offer. In addition to being a grand vista point, Morni Hills is also an important archaeological site where carvings dating back to 7th Century have been found in the Thakur Dwar Temple. It is also a great place to engage in trekking and birdwatching. Popular birds sighted here include Wallcreeper, Crested Kingfisher, Bar-tailed Treecreeper, Blue Peafowl, Kalij Pheasant, Red Junglefowl, Grey Francolin, Quails, Himalayan Bulbul and Oriental Turtle Dove. Situated at a mere distance of 45 kilometres from Chandigarh, the entire route from the city to these quaint hills makes for a beautiful journey. Forests and mighty pine trees line the way up to the foothills of the Shivaliks before you finally alight at Morni Hills. There are two lakes here as well which are interconnected despite the existence of a hillock in between, such that the water level in both of them remains the same. The lake is believed to be auspicious by the locals and is a focal point during many celebrations. The remains of the Morni fort are present quite close to the hills as well. In addition to the landscape, a wide variety of flora and fauna is also present here, which makes it a delight for every nature lover. A hidden haven of nature, Morni Hills is a must-visit for anyone looking for a quick weekend getaway from Chandigarh. Read More

Perched upon the Shivalik Hills, Nada Sahib is a Sikh Gurudwara frequented by followers of Sikhism as well as by other travellers. It is situated on the banks of the Ghaggar river and is believed to be a place where Guru Gobind Singh halted while he was travelling after the Battle of Bhangani in 1688 from Paonta Sahib to Anandpur Sahib. It is a sure shot way to restore mental peace and soothe the tired soul if you do happen to be in Panchkula. Pay your respects, recite the 'hukumnama' of the day and don't miss the Langar. The worshipper count rises on the full-moon day (Pooranmashi) of every month. This place gets its name from the story of a good Samaritan named Nadu Shah of the neighbouring village who served food and milk to Guru Gobind and his followers after their victorious battle with the Mughals. However, it remained unnoticed until Bhai Motha Singh discovered it and built a shrine to commemorate the visit of the Guru. Read More

Yadvinder Garden, also called the Pinjore garden situated 20 km off Panchkula is a very popular tourist spot. The work of establishing this garden began in the seventeenth century. Covering a total area of 100 acres, the Chandigarh Pinjore Garden serves as the venue of an annual event of mango festival. The garden houses a mini zoo, historic places, Japanese garden, nursery and a number of picnic spots. According to the Hindu mythology, it is said that it is over here that Pandava brothers had rested during their exile. Read More