Drove pas it a couple of times, as we expected an imposing building. This museum houses a lot of letters, original documents, furniture and some of Corbusie's paintings (not original). Very good if you want to know about the making of Chandigarh
Drove pas it a couple of times, as we expected an imposing building. This museum houses a lot of letters, original documents, furniture and some of Corbusie's paintings (not original). Very good if you want to know about the making of Chandigarh
small and quick tour. Good to see the old photos and if you are interested in architecture, it is a good place to be. It is free entry.
We really enjoyed seeing the spaces in which Le Corbusier and others worked, sketched, planned, and discussed the planning of Chandigarh. There are some original pieces of furniture (stools, drawing tables, chairs), as well as archival materials displayed on the walls. Although we were inspired by our visit, these documents and photographs deserve proper conservation and preservation for future generations.
Dedicated to the architect of Chandigarh, it is a surprisingly quiet & interesting place. The meticulousness in the planning of Chandigarh is evident from the exhibits here e.g. one of the exhibits explains the Rule of 7 Roads for Traffic Circulation in a city. You then begin to Also on exhibit are interesting exchanges that Le Corbusier & his architects had with city administrators and some of the challenges faced.
Chandigarh needs to get more attention for the value it holds. It is a jewel to be experienced especially if you love architecture. I would go back to India to be able to spend more time there. The museum is a great starting point.
Le Corbusier Centre has been set up in Sector-19 in the office complex from where Le Corbusier worked while planning Chandigarh city. The centre has rich collection of old photographs, documents, maps, sketches and models related to his work. Do not forget to buy prints of master's work from the souvenir shop as you leave