Close by Attractions

The Sector 35 market, right outside the hotel, is one of the best places in Chandigarh to eat and shop. Restaurants range from Punjabi dhabas to Chinese and continental eateries, and bakeries sell pastries and patties. In the evening, families stroll among shop windows and ice cream parlours.

The Zakir Hussain Rose Garden in Sector 16, about ten minutes away, displays hundreds of rose varieties in landscaped lawns. The Rose Festival in February transforms it into a cultural fair with music and stalls.

Sector 17 Plaza, around fifteen minutes away, is the planned commercial centre of Chandigarh, with pedestrian squares, fountains, shops and cinemas. Le Corbusier's architecture can be seen in its geometric buildings.

The Rock Garden, about six kilometres north, is a fantastic sculpture garden built by Nek Chand from recycled materials. Its maze of courtyards and waterfalls is unique in the world.

Sukhna Lake, near the Rock Garden, offers boating, walking along the promenade and sunset views of the Shivalik hills. Early mornings are popular with joggers.

The Capitol Complex, part of Le Corbusier's UNESCO listed works, includes the High Court, Secretariat and Open Hand monument. Guided tours require identification.

Pinjore's Yadavindra Gardens, about twenty five kilometres away, are seventeenth century terraced Mughal gardens with fountains and pavilions, perfect for a half day trip.