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    Chandigarh is a city and union territory in northern India, serving as the capital of Punjab and Haryana. It is known for its modernist architecture, urban design and high quality of life, and has a World Heritage Site of Le Corbusier's buildings.

  2. Sep 17, 2024 · Chandigarh, city and union territory of India. Located about 165 miles (265 km) north of New Delhi , the territory is bounded by the state of Haryana on the east and by the state of Punjab on all other sides.

    • Nek Chand Rock Garden. Chandigarh's Rock Garden is unique: it's the surreal fantasy of the much-missed Nek Chand (1924–2015), a local transport official who, starting in 1957,…
    • Capitol Complex. At the epicentre of Le Corbusier’s planned city are the imposing concrete High Court, Secretariat and Vidhan Sabha, shared by the states of Punjab and…
    • Government Museum & Art Gallery. You’ll find a fine collection of artworks and treasures at this impressive state museum, including trippy paintings of the Himalaya by Russian artist…
    • Le Corbusier Centre. One for fans of 20th-century avant-garde architecture and design, this fascinating museum displays documents, sketches and photos of Le Corbusier, along…
  3. May 25, 2024 · Chandigarh is a modern and diverse city in the foothills of the Himalayas, founded by India's first Prime Minister. It has a rich history and culture, a robust economy and employment, and a low unemployment rate.

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  5. Chandigarh is the best-planned city in India, with architecture which is world-renowned, and a quality of life, which is unparalleled. As the capital of the states of Punjab and Haryana, and the Union Territory of Chandigarh it is a prestigious city.

  6. Learn about the history, geography, climate and master plan of Chandigarh, the dream city of India's first Prime Minister, Jawahar Lal Nehru. Explore the cultural, educational and industrial aspects of this Union Territory and its attractions.

  7. Chandigarh is the state capital of both Punjab and Haryana, but part of neither, being a Union Territory administered by India’s federal government. Its history begins in 1947, when Partition placed Punjab’s main city of Lahore in Pakistan, leaving India’s state of Punjab without a capital.

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