Weekend Gateways from Chandigarh

Chandigarh is a fascinating city in Punjab, Located at the foothills of Shivalik. This meticulously planned city is a tourist’s paradise and there are many places which are awe-inspiring and tempting enough for a revisit. Each area has its own significance which compels the visitors to visit all the places. Every year this city attracts a large number of tourists offering a wide range of tourist attractions both within the city and in the adjoining areas.

Keeping up to its name of 'The City Beautiful', it is the country's first planned city, designed by the famous architect Le Corbusier, on the lines of the human body with each part symbolizing a particular area. It is a rare example of a seamless blend of modernization and the nature's preservation. Chandigarh is also famous for its festivals and food. All the Punjab festivals give you the chance to just binge upon the lip smacking delicacies of the state. Whether it's Makke Ki Roti, Sarson ka Saag or lassi or Gud Chawal, Chandigarh food has its own unique flavour.

Weekend getaways around Chandigarh are found in aplenty giving the visitors a number of options to enjoy their weekends away from the busy city life. This city is full of adventurous sports to religious places. Your weekend package for travel around Chandigarh provides a huge number of options for an exciting travel experience.

Chattbir Zoo

 

Chattbir Zoo

Distance from Chandigarh: 17 km

Chattbir Zoo or Mahendra Chaudhary Zoological Park covers a huge area of 202 acres against a remarkable green backdrop. It is one of the greatest animal havens in Northern India and houses around 110 species of reptiles and other animals. There are eighty species of rare animals and variegated birds, dappled in a multitude of colors as well as fish and reptiles.This spot is a dream place for wildlife aficionados as they can get the steadiest experience of both in this spot.

Things to do:

 Go on a Lion Safari and spot the lions in their natural habitats.

Parwanoo, Himachal Pradesh

Cable Car

Distance from Chandigarh: 35 km

Parwanoo is a small town in the beautiful state of Himachal Pradesh; it lies on the border of Himachal Pradesh and Haryana. This hill station is an ideal getaway from Chandigarh and known for the rich orchards as well as fruit farms, as you enter this place the aroma of fresh apples makes you fall in love with the place. It is a picturesque hill station and one can also enjoy trekking in the beautiful silent hills and even make a visit to the jam factories.

Places to Visit and Things to do:

The Timber Trail Resorts are the main attractions of Parwanoo. Enjoy traveling in cable car, savor the sweet taste of freshly made jams, trekking in the beautiful silent hills, spa, and Ayurvedic massages.

Morni Hills, Haryana

Morni Hills

Distance from Chandigarh: 45 km

Situated on the edges of Panchkula, Morni Hills is an unprecedented spot for bird watchers and avid trekkers. The jungle settings are soothing to the eyes and also offer opportunity to spot wild animals in their natural habitat including leopards and also other creatures such as langur, rhesus monkeys, deer and others. There are three man-made lakes. It is therefore considered an ideal tourist place away from the noisy cities and in the lap of Mother Nature.

Places to Visit and Things to do:

Morni Hills is laced with small playgrounds for children, a roller skating rink and a swimming pool perfect for rejuvenation. It is a perfect place to spot wild animals and birdwatching.

Enjoy boating in the man-made lakes and camping at Tikkar Taal.

Pinjore

Pinjore Garden

Distance from Chandigarh: 20 km

Pinjore lies on the foothills of Shivalik ranges. Pinjore is the city of beauteous Rajasthani Mughal style Yadavindra Gardens. Pinjore Gardens are the perfect picnic spot with manicured lawns, fountains and a water body in the centre. In the evening the fountains are switched on and the lights reflecting on the palaces makes a beautiful picture.

Places to Visit and Things to do

The highlight of the city is undoubtedly its beauteous Yadavindra Gardens and other sightseeing attractions include its palaces.

Kasauli

Kasauli

Distance from Chandigarh: 52 km

Kasauli is situated on the foothills of the great Himalayas. Quiet, clean & green could be one way of describing this cantonment town offering a magnificent view of snow clad Dhauladhar range. Kasuali is an ideal destination for nature lovers due to its breathtaking beauty. It is a home to exotic species of fauna like deodar, wild flowers and wild roses.

Places to Visit and Things to do

Kasauli Christ Church, Kasauli Brewery, Kasauli Club and the Gurudwara Shri Guru Nanak Ji are the top tourist attractions here.

Take long walks under the shades of oaks, pines, cypresses and chestnuts and simply absorbing the scenic beauty around you. Also enjoy shopping at Upper and Lower Malls.

Shimla, Himachal Pradesh

Shimla

Distance from Chandigarh: 130kms

Shimla is a captivating hill station. Due to its amazing natural surroundings, it is also known as to as the "Queen of the Hill Stations". This place is usually very pleasant in summers as the temperature is not very high and the winters are cold. You can discover here snow-capped peaks, lakes, waterfalls and valleys.

Places to Visit and Things to do

Some of the famous attractions of the place include Dorje Drak Monastery, Jakhu Temple, The Ridge, Lower Bazaar and Christ Church etc.

Enjoy various adventure activities like skating, trekking, fishing, ice skating and camping. Also enjoy nature walk in the oak and rhododendron forest and horse riding.

You can Hire a Car in Chandigarh to enjoy weekend tours from Chandigarh or near by destinations.

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