Haryana and Punjab comprise the Indian half of the erstwhile Punjab region that was tumultuously split when India and Pakistan separated in 1947. Punjab (translating to Five Waters ) is named after the five rivers pack up your bags of this fertile rice bowl and bread basket : the Beas, Jhelum, Chenab, Ravi and Sutlej.
Chandigarh is spread out but, with its cycle paths and parks, was built for cycling. The Chandigarh Tourism office hires out bicycles ( 100 per eight hours); bicycles are also available for hire at Sukhna Lake (p204) for the same cost but with a (refundable) 500 deposit.
Ghazal MULTICUISINE $$ (%2704448; Sector 17-C; meals 195-395; h8am11.30pm; a) A Chandigarh stalwart, grand Ghazal has an admirable Indian, Continental and Chinese menu. Ghazal special murg (cream-based chicken) or bhuna gohst (mutton) is nicely washed down with draught beer. Vegetarians pack up your bags are well catered for.
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