Capitol Complex & Open Hand Monument – UNESCO World Heritage Site showcasing Le Corbusier’s vision.
Government Art Museum – Historic artworks, Gandharan sculptures, and modern Indian art.
Architecture Museum – Exhibits on Chandigarh’s planning and design.
Le Corbusier Centre – Documents, sketches, and memorabilia of the city’s architect.
Nek Chand’s Rock Garden – Iconic sculpture garden made from recycled materials.
Sukhna Lake – Boating, jogging track, sunrise views, and cafes.
Zakir Hussain Rose Garden – Asia’s largest rose garden with over 1,600 varieties.
Sector 17 Plaza – Shopping, fountains, open-air events, and street performances.
Punjab Cricket Association Stadium (Mohali) – IPL & international matches, tours (when accessible).
🌄 Hill Getaways
Kasauli (55 km) – Scenic hill town with colonial charm, nature trails, and sunset points.
Morni Hills (45 km)– Peaceful hill station near Tikkar Tal lake, ideal for trekking and picnics.
Shimla (115 km) – The Queen of Hills; Mall Road, Jakhoo Temple, Viceregal Lodge, and heritage walks.
Chail (105 km) – Pine forests, peaceful vistas, and the world’s highest cricket ground.
Solan (65 km) – Temples, breweries, and gentle hikes.
🕍 Historic Sites
Anandpur Sahib (85 km) – One of the most important Sikh religious centers; home to Takht Sri Kesgarh Sahib. Virasat-E-Khalsa.
Fatehgarh Sahib (45 km) – Historic gurdwara commemorating the sacrifice of Guru Gobind Singh’s younger sons.
Sanghol (40 km) – Important archaeological site with Harappan-era remains, small museum and a Buddhist stupa site.