Chandigarh is one of the beautiful cities in India and is the capital of both Haryana and Punjab and is itself a union territory directly administered by the Central Government of India. The mountainous backdrop and neat right-angled roads are the most striking features of Chandigarh. The city got its name from the goddess Chandi, whose temple is located at a distance of 15 kilometers from Chandigarh.

Chandigarh is divided into 47 sectors and they are divided into neighborhoods that have residences, offices and government buildings in different locations. The careful geometric design reflects the architectural genius of city planners Albert Mayer and Mathew Novicki. This is not only a place of tourist attraction but also a commercial and industrial center.

The city has an attractive airport which has regular flights to all major Indian cities. You can reach the city by air, by train or by road. There are frequent trains to and from New Delhi and there are daily trains to Mumbai, Howrah, Lucknow and Jaipur. Chandigarh is the gateway to the Himachal Pradesh state from its southern part. If you are traveling from Delhi or Noida or nearby cities, you can also rent a car. There are numerous car rentals that operate from these locations on a regular basis. The most ideal option would be to reach Chandigarh by bus. There are Volvo buses running from Delhi to Chandigarh and their fares are comparatively higher.

There are many visiting places in Chandigarh such as Rock Garden, Sukhna Lake, Rose Garden, The High Court, The Secretariat, The Legislative Assembly, Pinjore Gardens, Museum and Art Gallery, Mohali Cricket Stadium and Cactus Garden. Apart from these places, there are many shopping areas in the city in Sector 17, Sector 22 and Sector 35. However, the prices of the items sold here are slightly higher than in Delhi and you cannot expect to get good bargains.

Chandigarh is home to many renowned educational centers and students from nearby states come and stay here for higher education. There are many engineering and medical colleges located within the city. This has led to the high influx of the student community. Also, the ever-growing IT and BPO industry has led to the expansion of the city and all this has brought about a revolution in the hotel industry. Many hotels have sprung up in various parts of Chandigarh. To meet the demands, the city administration had introduced affordable bed and breakfast.

Most of the hotels in Chandigarh also have restaurants. These restaurants serve Punjabi and Chhattisgarh cuisine. Continental, North Indian and South Indian dishes are also served. Many roadside outlets are seen in Sector 8, where Amritsari fish and special Waraqi wraps are popular. For the good Chandigarh hotels and Chandigarh restaurants, you should refer to a reliable Chandigarh travel guide. This will make your journey smoother.