'Promote Chandigarh as global destination'
Chandigarh, Aug. 21 -- Introducing a signature landmark akin to the London Eye or Singapore Flyer and a miracle Garden like in Dubai to create a unique identity for Chandigarh that can draw both domestic and international visitors was one the several suggestions put forward to the members during a high-level meeting of the Art, Culture, Tourism, and Heritage Preservation Committee of the Administrators Advisory Council on Wednesday.
The meeting was chaired by HS Lucky at the UT Secretariat, Sector 9, Chandigarh. Celebrating more annual cultural festivals, development and modernisation of key tourist attractions including Sukhna Lake, the Rock Garden, and Rose Garden were among other ideas that were highlighted during the meeting.
The meeting brought together key committee members, special invitees, and experts to discuss strategies for enhancing Chandigarh's cultural, historical, and tourism potential. During the meeting, HS Lucky, chairman of the committee, stressed the urgent need to position Chandigarh as a global tourism destination. He noted that while Chandigarh has a rich cultural heritage and several renowned landmarks, the city's tourism potential remains largely untapped.
"Chandigarh has always been celebrated for its architecture, green spaces, and organised city planning, but we need to leverage these assets to attract tourists from across the globe," Lucky said. "Organising cultural festivals, carnivals, food festivals, and other public events will not only enrich the city's cultural life but also boost tourism, create employment opportunities, and strengthen the local economy," he added. Lucky suggested introducing a signature landmark akin to the London Eye or Singapore Flyer and a miracle Garden like in Dubai to create a unique identity for Chandigarh....
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