सांस्कृतिक संदर्भ
India first planned city, designed by Le Corbusier. Union Territory — not part of any state. Rock Garden, Sukhna Lake, and Capitol Complex (UNESCO). Modern, organized, and progressive.
क्या पहनें
Casual — Chandigarh is fashion-forward and cosmopolitan. Any Western or Indian clothing comfortable.
खान-पान में सावधानी
Excellent food scene — Sector 17 and 35 have great restaurants. Punjabi, North Indian, Continental, and street food. Very safe in established restaurants. Bottled water recommended.
आम धोखे, जिनसे सावधान रहें
Auto-rickshaw meter tampering — insist on meter or use Ola/Uber
कार्ड और नकद
Yes — excellent card and UPI acceptance across the city. ATMs everywhere.
अंग्रेज़ी कितनी चलती है
High — well-educated cosmopolitan city. English widely spoken.
फ़ोन और SIM
All carriers work excellently — Jio, Airtel, Vi. Strong 4G/5G coverage.
निकटतम दूतावास
Delhi (~250km).
e-Visa for India. No permits needed. Gateway city for Shimla, Manali, and Northeast Punjab.