About Panchkula: Panchkula is a planned city of Haryana. It is developed on outskirts of Chandigarh amongst picturesque background of the Shivalik hills and the Ghaggar River.

Panchkula has been sub-divided into residential sectors, industrial sectors, parks and areas for recreation, educational institutions, markets, government and semi-government offices.

The major towns of Panchkula district are Pinjore, Kalka, Barwala, Raipur Rani.

History: The name Panchkula originated from the 5 irrigation canals (kuhals) making it panch kuls of 5 canals that take water from the Ghaggar in the uphill section. The important rivers or streams of the district are Ghaggar, Sirsa nadi, Kaushalya etc.

Geographical Location: Panchkula is surrounded by Himachal Pradesh in the north and north east, by district Ambala in the south, Punjab and U.T. of Chandigarh in the west. Panchkula District share its border with Chandigarh, Mohali district (Punjab), Ambala district and Solan district (H.P.). Morni the only hill station in Haryana also falls under this district.

Languages: Hindi and Punjabi are the most spoken languages. English is also prevalent.

Places of Interest: Morni Hills

Yadwindra Gardens (Pinjore)

Mata Mansa Devi Temple

Chandimandir

Gurudwara Nada Sahib

Fun City (Ramgarh)

Ramgarh Fort

Cactus Garden