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India’s first Prime Minister Jawahar Lal Nehru wanted a city that could be identified by Indians as their own - a city far removed from the bitter memories of colonial rule. Thus born - Chandigarh was India's first planned city and world renown architect Le Corbusier was commissioned to design the masterplan. Chandigarh would serve as the new independent Indian government's regional capital in Punjab, as its previous capital Lahore, became part of Pakistan.

Le Corbusier Capitol Complex in Chandigarh, India is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is strategically located at the geographic and topographic ‘head’ of the city against the backdrop of the Shivalik Hills. The Capitol Complex is made up of three buildings: the Palace of Assembly or Legislative Assembly, the Secretariat and the High Court. In other words the three pillars of democracy – legislature, executive and judiciary – stand together at the Complex, forming a major portion of Sector 1.

Legislative assembly exudes stately grandeur and is awe-inspiring, especially the assembly chamber (Punjab Assembly) which is crowned by a massive hyperbolic tower, extending above the roof line adding much drama to the landscape.

The Secretariat is the largest of the structures, and houses the headquarters of both the Punjab and Haryana governments.

How to reach Le Corbusier Complex du Capitole in Chandigarh?

The Open Hand Monument is located in Sector 1 in the Capitol Complex of Chandigarh, with Himalayan Shivalik hill range as a backdrop. The Open Hand Monument is around 85 feet high and towers between the assembly on the left side and the high court on the right side. 

The Open Hand Monument is a symbolic structure designed by the architect Le Corbusier and symbolizes "the hand to give and the hand to take; peace and prosperity, and the unity of mankind". This is also the largest example of Le Corbusier's many Open Hand sculptures in the world. How to reach Le Corbusier Complex du Capitole in Chandigarh?

How do you reach Le Corbusier Complex du Capitole in Chandigarh by air?
Chandigarh International Airport is well connected to most cities in India. Le Corbusier Complex du Capitole l- ocated in Sector 1 is about 19 km from Chandigarh International Airport.

How do you reach Le Corbusier Complex du Capitole in Chandigarh by train?
Chandigarh Junction or Railway Station is also well connected with most cities in India and is at a distance of about 11 km from Le Corbusier Complex du Capitole located in Sector 1.

Best time to visit Chandigarh would be between October to March.