Chandigarh

/ˈtʃʌndɪɡɑːr/ noun

A planned city in northern India that serves as the capital of both Punjab and Haryana states. Known for its modernist architecture designed by Le Corbusier.

From Hindi, combining 'Chandi' (goddess Durga) + 'garh' (fort), meaning 'fortress of Chandi.' The modern city was named after a local temple dedicated to the goddess Chandi.

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