Located about 53 km from Chandigarh, the town of Sirhind served as the capital of the Pathan Sur dynasty. The Rauza Sharif, a mausoleum here, marks the burial place of Mujadid-alf-Saani Seikh Ahmed Farooqi, who lived during the time of Akbar and Jahangir. There is also an old mosque and… Continue reading
This picture perfect hill resort is situated about 45 km off the city, in the Shivalik ranges. Morni Hills have been named after Queen Morni, who is said to rule this city. It is an ideal destination for nature lovers, ornithologists and adventure lovers. The best time to visit this… Continue reading
This is a well known tourist destination near Chandigarh, and is located 22 km away at Pinjore. The gardens lie at the foothills of the lower Shivalik ranges, and is an outstanding example of Mughal Gardening. Spread over 100 acres, Pinjore Gardens also host the Mango Festival. The gardens, developed… Continue reading
Also known as the museum ofthe evolution of life, it boasts a good collection of natural art, fossilised animal skulls and 500-year-old Sanskrit texts in its manuscript section. Its famous collections include 5,000 years of Indian Continue reading
Th.e interesting fact about this Rock Garden is that this secret creation of Nek Chand, was discovered by the authorities only 18 years later in 1975. Chand created this garden complex with an imaginary vision of the divine kingdom of Sukr^ni, choosing a gorge in a forest near the Sukhna… Continue reading
Designed by Le Corbusier, this massive complex in Sector 1 houses the High Court, Secretariat and Vidhan Sabha (Legislative Assembly) and is shared by Punjab and Haryana. The High Court, opened in 1955, is a must-see for its outstanding architecture and requires no permission to visit. Also, you would like… Continue reading
The interior wall of the Sheesh Mahal has paintings depicting the vision of Keshav, Surdas and Bihari, both in line and colour. These walls and ceilings are also rich in floral designs. The interior casts a kaleidoscope phantasmagoria of myriad images and multi-coloured lights. One can see the huge portraits… Continue reading
Built in 1847, the Moti Bagh Palace is a centre of attraction in Patiala. It was designed like the Shalimar Gardens of Lahore. Most of this four- storeyed structure now houses the National Institute of Sports^ and the Art Gallery. Surrounded by a beautiful garden, the palace is worth a… Continue reading
Amidst the much crowded Field Ganj area stands this dilapidated mosque, which has been a silent witness to some turbulent moments of history. The Jama Masjid Choon Gharan, now called Field Ganj, may be deserted now, but it was a center of hectic activity during the freedom struggle. Continue reading
The Lodhi Fort, constructed by Muslim ruler Sikander Lodhi along the banks of the Sutlej, is around 500 years old. The once-strong citadel, basically a military fort, which survived many invasions, is mostly in ruins now. Continue reading