As India's first planned post-independence city, Chandigarh is globally renowned for its urban design and modernist architecture pioneered by Swiss-French architect Le Corbusier.
* **The Capitol Complex:** A UNESCO World Heritage site in Sector 1, housing the High Court, the Legislative Assembly, and the Secretariat, alongside the iconic Open Hand Monument. * **Rock Garden:** A world-famous visionary environment created by self-taught artist Nek Chand, built entirely from industrial and home waste and discarded items. * **Sukhna Lake:** A picturesque man-made reservoir nestled at the foothills of the Shivalik range, popular for boating and sunset walks. * **Le Corbusier Center:** Located in the architect's former workplace, this museum details the planning and creation of the city.
