Chandigarh is the Union territory and the capital of two states of Haryana and Punjab. It is a first planned city in India post-independence (1947). It is a green city known for its numerous parks including the largest Rose Garden in Asia. Chandigarh is on the way to Amritsar and Himalayan region.
Major tourist sites in and around Chandigarh: Rock Garden, Leisure Valley, Sukhna Lake, High Court, Capitol Complex, Pinjore Gardens, Museum and Art Gallery, Cactus Garden, etc.

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When to visit: best time to visit is November to March.

HOW TO REACH

Nearest railway station: Chandigarh Junction railway station is about 8 km from the city centre. Chandigarh is well conected with all major places in Punjab and other parts of the country. There is frequent service to and from New Delhi by Kalka (Chandigarh) Shatabdi Express and the economical Chandigarh Jan Shatabdi Express. (Una (H.P) to Delhi).

For detailed train timings and other information log on to www.indianrailways.gov.in or https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/train-search

Nearest airport: Chandigarh Airport (IATA: IXC, ICAO: VICG) is located about 14 km (8.7 mi) from the city. The direct flights to Bangalore, Bangkok–Suvarnabhumi, Delhi, Dubai, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Kullu, Lucknow, Mumbai, Pune, Sharjah, Srinagar, etc.

Buses: Chandigarh is served by two bus terminals. The Inter State Bus Terminus in Sector 43 provides connectivity to all major destinations in the neighbouring states Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, Uttaranchal, Jammu, and Delhi (limited). The Inter State Bus Terminus in Sector 17 offers connectivity to all major towns of Haryana.

By road: The distance from Chandigarh to New Delhi is about 260 km (160 mi) via NH 44. It takes around 4-5 hours.
The distance from Chandigarh to Shimla is about 110 km (68 mi) via NH5. It takes around 3-4 hours.
The distance from Chandigarh to Manali is about 320 km (200 mi) via NH205 and NH3. It takes around 8-9 hours.
The distance from Chandigarh to Dehradun is about 175 km (110 mi) via NH 7. It takes around 4 hours.
The distance from Chandigarh to Amritsar is about 250 km (155 mi) via NH3. It takes around 4 hours.
The distance from Chandigarh to Agra is about 483 km via NH 44 and Taj Express Highway/Yamuna Expy. It takes around 7-8 hours.
The distance from Chandigarh to Jaipur is 528 km via NH 48. It takes around 8 hours.