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Pierre Jeanneret Museum, Sector 5

Chandigarh, Chandigarh, India

4.2 (0)

Overview

The restored home of Corbusier's cousin and on-site partner, who lived and worked in Chandigarh for years — his iconic furniture, drawings and city legacy.

Why visit: The under-sung co-architect's house and celebrated 'Chandigarh chairs'.

Things to do

›Jeanneret furniture
›Architect's home
›Design archive
›Sector-5 garden

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Travel Information

Best time

Year-round (closed Mon)

Entry fee

₹10–30

Est. budget

₹100–300

Duration

1 hr

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