1. Chandigarh
Chandigarh earns the unique distinction of being the capital to two states – Punjab and Haryana. Considered the best planned city in India, Chandigarh has preserved its ancient beauty while keeping in line with the modern world. Here are the top attractions in Chandigarh.
- Leisure Valley
- The Rock Garden
- Le Corbusier Centre
- Morni Hills
- Government Museum and Art Gallery
- Shanti Kunj
- Butterfly Park
- Garden of Fragrance
- Sarkaria Cactus Garden
- Rose Garden
- Mahendra Chaudhary Zoological Park
- Chhatbir Zoo
- Terraced Garden
- Yadvinder Garden
- International Dolls Museum
2. Gurgaon
Gurgaon is the second largest city in the state of Haryana. The land has spiritual importance as it finds place in Mahabharata. It adds to Haryana’s overall contribution in industrial sector with its amazing infrastructure. No wonder it has emerged as the state’s corporate capital. The tourist attractions in Gurgaon include the following.
- Sultanpur National Park Bird Sanctuary
- Leisure Valley Park
- Damdama Lake
- Badshahpur Fort
- Begum Samru Palace
- Farrukh Nagar Fort
- Sohna
- Sheesh Mahal
- Tikli Bottom
- Kingdom of Dreams
- Wet ‘n’ Wild
- Urusvati Museum of Folklore
- Stellar Children’s Museum
- Aapno Ghar Amusement Park
- Shikhar Adventure Park
- CRPF Shooting Range
- Ambience Mall
3. Kurukshetra
Kurukshetra is a popular pilgrim destination as this ancient land was the battleground of the famous Mahabharata war. Dating back to 2800 BC, the land is where Lord Krishna preached Bhagavad Gita to Arjuna on the eve of the epic war. Here are the leading tourist attractions in Kurukshetra.
- Brahma Sarovar
- Sannihit Sarovar
- Sheikh Chehlli Tomb
- Kurukshetra Panorama & Science Centre
- Dharohar Haryana Museum
- Kalpana Chawla Planetarium
- Bhadrakali Temple
- Birla Mandir
- Sri Krishna Museum
- Jyotisar Birthplace of Bhagavad Gita
- O. P. Jindal Park and Musical Fountain
4. Panipat
Situated on River Yamuna banks, Panipat finds mention in Mahabharata as one of the five cities founded by the five Pandava brothers. Its historical importance extends beyond Mahabharata as the place witnessed three crucial battles in the history of India. The tourist attractions in Panipat are given below.
- Panipat Museum
- Kabuli Bagh
- Old Fort
- Salar Gunj Gate
- Kabuli Shah Mosque
- Devi Temple
- Grave Of Ibrahim Lodhi
- Bu Ali Shah Kalandar
- Kala Amb Tree Site
5. Ambala
Ambala is one of the ancient cities in Haryana. Archaeological evidences found here prove that the land was inhabited as back as the Paleolithic age. During the British rule, the district of Ambala played its part by rising against the British army on many an occasion. Here are some of the important tourist destinations in Ambala.
- Ropar
- Nalagarh
- Sis Ganj Gurudwara
- Badshahi Bag Gurudwara
- Gurudwara Manji Sahib
- Rani Ka Talab
- Anandpur Sahib
- Planetarium
- Kharga Golf Club
- Holy Redeemer Church
- Paget Park
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