8 Places To Visit In Mohali Other Than The Famous Cricket Stadium

Of course we had to start with the most popular tourist attraction we came across. Fateh Burj is situated in the outskirts of Mohali, a 140 kilometres from Amritsar and 20 kilometres from Sirhind. The 328 feet tall tower is dedicated to establishment of the Sikh Misls in a large part of Punjab in 1711. It is the tallest victory tower in India and was completed in 2011, and since then, has become one of the most prominent tourist spots in Punjab. 

Timings: 9 AM - 8 PM

Entry: Free

Mohali has a good mix of local shopping markets like Sadar Bazaar and the 3B2 market for shopping and street food. Once you are done shopping at these local gems, spend your day checking out the high end malls like the VR Mall. Built on a sprawling area of 22 acres on the arterial NH 21, the mall homes the nicest brands like H&M, Nykaa, Da Milano and Superdry to name a few. it also has an indoor gaming place and a PVR cinema for when you want to chill..

Timings: 11 AM–11:30 PM

Entry fees: Free

Located on the Mohali Stadium Road, Amb Sahib Gurudwara is a tourist-packed religious spot. It is said that Guru Har Rai Sahib Ji had performed a miracle here and grew a mango tree in the gurudwara, so that Bhai Kooram could serve mangoes to his guru. Today, the tree still exists and deities visit the gurudwara to seek blessings.

Timings: Open 24 hours

Gurudwara Sant Mandal Angita Sahib is at a walking distance from Amb Sahib Gurudwara and is another religious tourist attraction in Mohali. The three-level white structure is a marvel on its own and offers a spectacular sight in all its glory. The marble shines under the daylight and is usually packed with visitors during the day time.

Timings: Open 24 hours

If you are visiting during non-winter months, do not skip this! They have land as well as water slides but we think the the main water-based attractions take the cake here. They have a slide pool, a wave pool, an activity pool and a kids pool. It also features Hira Kari and a large dome slide. Thunder Zone's amusement park section offers some nostalgic rides like the caterpillar, music bob, splash, striking cars, mono train, aerial runway, and more.

Timings: 10 AM - 6 PM

Entry: INR 749

For those fond of visiting religious attracations, Mohali has enough to offer for your itinerary! The Mata Mansa Devi Temple, located in Panchkula, is a picturesque religious retreat with the Siwalik hills in the background. The temple was built about two centuries ago and is dedicated to Goddess Mansa Devi. The temple complex covers approximately 100 acres and includes numerous structures, each with its own distinct design and architecture.

Timings: 5 AM - 8 PM

Need some moments of peace in the chaos? Head to the beautiful Silvi Park. The park is bathed in different colours throughout the seasons as the park's various flowers and trees bloom. The walkways are dotted with people jogging or enjoying a leisurely stroll in the greenery. This one will be nice for the kids too, to enjoy some moments of peace and activity in  a bust itinerary. 

Timings: 6 AM - 8 PM

With nearly 800 endemic and exotic species, the Chattbir Zoo is a wildlife enthusiast's paradise. Hippos, zebras, chimps, and the majestic African buffalo are among the well-known species housed here. The zoo's main attractions are the endangered Asiatic lions and Bengal tigers. Bird lovers can go birdwatching and see a variety of waterfowl, peafowl, geese, cranes, colourful parrots and parakeets, and more. There are numerous ways to explore this sprawling property, including walking along the walkways at your own pace or riding in the battery-powered mini-jeeps.

Timings: 9 AM - 5PM

Entry Fees: INR 100