Chandigarh Travel Guide 2026
Your complete guide to Top 10 restaurants, hotels, and things to do in Chandigarh. Things to Do, Eat & Stay — plus curated category hubs for Punjab, India.
Planned city of sectors, gardens, and shared capital status with neighboring states.
Quick facts
Pop. ~1M (2011)110 km² (40 sq mi)IST (UTC+5:30)IXCPlanned capital designed in the mid-2…
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| Population | approximately 1 million (2011 census) |
|---|---|
| Area | approximately 110 km² (40 sq mi) (order-of-magnitude) |
| Elevation | approximately 350 m |
| Founded / established | Planned capital designed in the mid-20th century |
| Time zone | IST (UTC+5:30) |
| Nearest airport | Chandigarh Airport (IXC) |
| Languages | English, Hindi, Punjabi |
| Nicknames | The City Beautiful |
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At a glance
- Last updated: April 2026
- 21 active categories and 193 ranked listings.
- Overall city score: 7.3/10.
- Cost level: $$.
- Top categories: Restaurants & Food (10), Hotels & Accommodation (10), Tourist Attractions (10), Coffee & Cafés (10).