Nek Chand Saini's Rock Garden
Rock Garden of Chandigarh
Parking available
A palatial sculpture park in Chandigarh, India, built illegally and in secret by a self-taught artist over 36 years, now spanning 30-40 acres and made entirely from recycled industrial and home waste.

📜 Sculpture garden in Chandigarh, India, built from industrial and home waste.
🔍 Created secretly by Nek Chand Saini, now spans 40 acres.

Why Go

♻️ Unique art from recycled materials
🚶‍♀️ Explore walled passages, sculptures, and waterfalls
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Interactive elements like swings and animal sculptures
🇮🇳 Significant cultural landmark, second most visited site in India

Why Avoid

🚧 Some parts may be affected by natural wear and tear
👥 Can be crowded with 3,000-4,000 visitors daily

Tips

🚂 Easily accessible by train from New Delhi
📍 Located in Sector 1, known by everyone in Chandigarh
🖼️ Visit the Dolls Museum inside with 200 rag dolls

🅿️ Parking

Parking space available, though a part of the outer wall was demolished for it.

Last updated 10 days ago

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