Nek Chand's Rock Garden
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A garden of thousands of sculptures made from broken pottery, tiles, bangles and industrial waste, built by Nek Chand.
GardenSector 1, near Sukhna LakeBest time to visit: October to March
Highlights
- Figures of people and animals made from broken crockery, bangles and electrical fittings
- Winding paths, courtyards, waterfalls and arches
- Giant swings in the later phase of the garden
Significance
Nek Chand, a road inspector with the government, began building the garden secretly in his spare time on forest land. When it was found, the administration chose to protect it rather than demolish it. It is now one of India's best-known examples of art made from waste.