The nest morning, drive from Manali to Chandigarh, which is a union territory and capital of two states - Haryana and Punjab. Better known as the first planned city in the country and Chandigarh lies at the foothills of the Shivalik Range in the Himalayas. It gets its name from the temple of Hindu Goddess – Chandi, situated at a short distance from the city. The beauty of the city can be attributed to exceptional architects such as Maxwell Fry, Le Corbusier, and Pierre Jeanneret among others. Complete the check-in formalities as you reach Chandigarh and rest for some time in your room. You can later visit popular attractions like the Sukhna Lake, Rock Garden, and the Capitol Complex. Rock Garden is built by Nek Chand, a former road inspector of the engineering department of Chandigarh, and also an artist. This attraction is breathtaking with its wide variety of colorful and fragrant roses. The Sukhna Lake, man-made wonder, has a 3 km shoreline and lies at the foothills of the Shivalik range. It’s a well-known picnic spot owing to its beautiful surroundings and cool breeze. You can indulge in water skiing, yachting and boating at this lake. Capitol Complex designed by the great Le Corbusier is a govt building. Earlier, it was the seat of the Punjab Government; however today, it is the headquarters of both the governments of Haryana and Punjab. Open Hand, weighing 50 tons and 14-metres high was also created by Le Corbusier and is made out of metal sheets and symbolizes unity and peace. Alternatively, you can visit famous markets, such as the shopping arcade of Sector 17, also called as the City Centre. After this return to the hotel and get a comfortable overnight sleep.