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About Zirakpur

Zirakpur is a city that is situated on the outskirts of Chandigarh. It is situated on the Ambala-Chandigarh highway. This town lies within the Mohali district of Punjab and has a population of about 96,000 (according to the census 2011).

If you are commuting from Delhi towards Chandigarh, you will see the famous Decathlon store and McDonald's as you enter Zirakpur after crossing the Derabassi flyover. This connectivity advantage explains why this small, sleepy town has industrialized so fast and is the first choice for most individuals who are looking to purchase a house in Zirakpur. Most of these areas here are characterized by easy connectivity, high incomes, and a relatively low cost of living.

What to see in Zirakpur?

Zirakpur is a superb city situated across the north-eastern boundary of Punjab. Owing to its closeness to urban centers such as Chandigarh, Zirakpur is rapidly turning into a hub for commercial growth. Some of the internal areas that make up Zirakpur include Ramgarh Bhuda, Dyalpura, Dhakoli, Bishanpura, Peer Muchalla, Baltana, and Kishanpura. Let us take a look at some of the exciting tourist hotspots to see in Zirakpur.

  1. Forest Reserve Nepli
  2. Temple of Mata Mansa Devi
  3. Temple of Vishwakarma
  4. Garden on Terraces
  5. Topiary Garden
  6. Temple of Bhima Devi
  7. Park Shanti Kunj
  8. University of Punjab

How to reach

Air travel to Zirakpur

Zirakpur has no airport within its territory. The nearby airport is the Chandigarh International Airport, which is about 5 km away from town. Once at the airport, travelers can take a local transport bus or get in a private cab to get to their tourist spot.

By Road to Zirakpur

Zirakpur is flawlessly perched atop the converging Patiala-Shimla and Ambala-Chandigarh national highways. The town is blessed with a pleasant system of publicly run buses. Travelers coming from major hubs in North India, such as Bathinda, Patiala, Delhi, and Rajpura, find these buses cheaper and more suitable modes of transport.

Rail travel from Zirakpur

The nearby railway station to Zirakpur is the Dappar Railway Station, which is located about 5 km away from the city. Travelers coming into Zirakpur can also catch a train to the Chandigarh Junction, which is around 7 km away from the town. India's outstanding rail network allows Zirakpur to connect to several major hubs such as Gorakhpur, Goa, Lucknow, Delhi, Kerala, Dehradun, and Madurai.

The best time to visit Zirakpur

The weather is cool at this time of year and is considered enjoyable for warm-weather travelers. During this season, the average high temperature ranges between (25.7°C) and (17.3°C). Usually, it rains or snows a small amount, i.e., 1 to 3 times per month.

Famous Restaurants in Zirakpur

Viva at Holiday Inn, Piccante, Urban Café, Essence, Hops n Grains, Sindhi Sweets, Sethan Da Dhaba, Zaranj, The Great Bear, and Whispering Willows are a few of the famous restaurants in Zirakpur.

Resorts in Zirakpur

The Golden Plaza Hotel and Spa, Radisson Chandigarh, Park Plaza, Sun Park Resort, Sun Park Resort, and Velvet Clarks Exotica are a few of the resorts in Zirakpur.

Popular Hotels in Zirakpur

Hotel Sun Park, Hotel Sapphire, Holiday Inn, and Park Plaza are a few of the hotels in Zirakpur.

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