With the wedding day nearing more and more of your time would be devoted to the tasks for the big day, and the can-be amazing pre-wedding can often be avoided, but we are here to remedy just that! (Link to another blog telling the importance of pre-wedding in today’s wedding culture)
Finding just the perfect location for pre-wedding can prove to be a daunting task. The location should not only be the perfect combination for your equation with each other but should also be a location that you would be comfortable spending time with your significant other! But what if we told you that there is a perfect set of questions you can answer to pick the location for you both!
Read on to find out
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Feeling stuck and not able to narrow down a single location? well here are some questions that you can ask yourself to get a vague idea.
- Do you want an indoor shoot or an outdoor one?
- Would you rather be close to nature or would you want impressive architecture in your midst?
- Are there any particular geographical features you want in your shoot?
- Is there any place in or around the area that would mean something on the emotional level if added to your shoot
- What is the budget for your pre-wedding location?
We suggest that you sit down with your partner, take separate pads of paper and write down the answers to these questions. Once you have done that, you should both compare notes after which you can come down to a decision about these parameters. This will not only give you a vague idea about the kind of location you would both like but is also an amazing way to cap a budget on everything!
Now that you have a vague idea about the location, let us help you look at your options in and around Chandigarh to help you pick just the place.
In Chandigarh
Don’t have a lot of time to travel but still want the magical touch in your pre-wedding shoot, well then these are the locations to choose from.
- Rock Garden
This beautiful place that holds the essence of the city is one of the most wonderful homes to authentic backdrops and an amazingly creative photoshoot. A mosaic of beauty in broken things, you can explore a lot of places in this singular place with your loved one!
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Things to remember before choosing Rock Garden
● This is a public place and you might have to shoot in midst of people looking curiously at you
● A government property, this might entail a certain price for the shoot, which you should clear out before the day of the shoot
● This place comes with washrooms and can help you take your pick in a number of dresses
- Japanese Garden
Chandigarh has its fair share of gardens, however, there is something different about the Japanese garden that has earned its name on the list. Along with beautiful terrain, it has the Pagod towers, beautiful waterfalls, a number of beautiful statues of Buddha, and of course the amazing Golden Bamboos to give that ultra-special flavor to your photos that can only be found in the Japanese Garden.
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Things to consider before choosing Japanese Garden.
• This is a public place and you might have to shoot in midst of people looking curiously at you. If this is something that you are not comfortable with, this is not the place for you.
- Sukhna Lake
If you stay in Chandigarh, then you definitely know about the beauty of this amazing place, and we are here to tell you that the photos capture that tranquillity perfectly. With the water meeting the horizon in the background and the beauty of all the aquatic flora and fauna getting together to make your photoshoot all the more magical. The perfect location for a golden hour shoot, be ready for the amazing flowing air shoot with mesmerizing background!
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Things to remember before choosing Sukhna Lake
● Being a public place you might have to ignore a crowd who would be looking at you. Having said this, the people at Sukhna are already used to the shoots and won’t give you much trouble.
● Though there are washrooms provided, often public washrooms aren’t the first choice for a change of attire. So try to keep the entire shoot in one dress
● The shoot in front of the Sukhna lake is not allowed unless you take special permission.
● This is an outdoor shoot, especially near a water body, making it highly susceptible to a light shower every now and then. So check the weather report before you book the shoot.
- Leisure Valley
If you are a nature lover, and you want your photos to reflect that without having to search for that perfect piece of jungle land, then this is the perfect place for you. With a lush green outlay, long unending gardens, and beautiful trees, this is the kind of park we all have read about in fairy tales. Though a commonplace for all the Chandigarhians, this is definitely a delight for every person who wanders in! With all the green background and amazing flower beds after every few steps, you will not run out of places you want to treasure in your pre-wedding photos anytime soon.
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Things to consider before picking leisure valley
● A big open area, this is majorly considered of plants and might not be the best-suited option for people with pollen allergy
● Being a public place there might be some people in the park walking, however, the place isn’t usually very crowded.
- Bougainvillea Garden
A beautiful collection of beautiful backgrounds of flower walls in all the different colors, this quaint albeit beautiful garden is something that is just plain begging to be added to your photos. With the magical pinks, whites, and yellows with a solid royal green wall, this piece of land is a beauty in itself, and with you in the foreground, there is no telling about the magic that would be created. So pick out your favorite attires and get ready for the walk down the flower lane.
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Things to consider before picking Bougainvillea Garden:
● A beautiful park, the Bougainvillea Garden tends to draw out a lot of the public. So be ready for public shoots.
● There might be insects and flies around the flowers, so make sure that you carry an insect repellent handy.
- Terraced Garden
What if we told you that there is a place where you could get both the beauty of a garden along with a beautiful view of a roof? Well, welcome to the Terraced Garden. Walk in this beauty holding the hand of your loved one with a breeze in your hair, and you won’t have to wonder how your photos got the magic that they lacked before. Located almost in the heart of the city, this is one of the best places to go if you are looking for amazing pictures, but do not want to travel far.
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Things to consider before picking Terraced Garden
● An amazing combination of the garden and roof, this is private property and might entail prior booking and extra costs.
● Being a private property there might be a list of restrictions like against the use of smoke bombs or equipment like drones.
- Rose Garden
Talking about gardens and not mentioning the Rose Garden is as close as it gets to committing a crime. This beautiful collection of roses with a myriad of colors, a collection of mesmerizing patterns, and just a brilliant overall vibe is one of the best-known places in Chandigarh. But did you know that it is actually possible to get a shoot done in the midst of all the beautiful roses? Just spare a thought to think, what would be better than being surrounded by roses while holding the hand of your Significant other, and then having that moment frozen in time!
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Things to consider before picking Rose Garden:
● This is a public place and you might have to shoot in midst of people looking curiously at you
● Being a government property the Rose Garden might entail a certain price for the shoot, which you should clear out before the day of the shoot
- Forest Reserves
If you are skipping through the list trying to find something other than the ‘Gardens’, well this is the spot that you were looking for. Nestled in the midst of hills, this City Beautiful, comes with a beautiful selection of Forest reserves. Located just a little offside the main roads, these beautiful reserves come with a selection of amazing and endangered species of trees, that work in providing the most amazing backgrounds to your photos. Made for the couples who love adventure but just can’t find the time to step out of the city for a shoot, a shoot in these forest reserves can be made into a day that both of you will remember for a long long time
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Things to consider before picking the Forest Reserves
● Forest Reserves are often prohibited to the public to avoid loitering and therefore it is important to make sure you have all the permissions you need.
● It is important to carry water bottles and a comfortable pair of shoes before entering the forest area as finding the perfect spot can prove time taking task.
● This would be the home to a number of species of flora and fauna, so take care you don’t come face to face with a dangerous plant or animal.
● Being an actual forest, it is important to plan your shoot considering the time it took you to get from the car to the spot.
● Make sure you have a safety kit with the first aid and flashlights always handy.
- Chandigarh Golf Club
What is more beautiful than an expanse of lush and manicured green lawns to make your photos look like they have been taken in a magical wonderland? This amazing place is worked on and maintained to a T and is often too difficult to get into. However, that being said, this amazing place is the best place for fun and amazing portraits for your home! Bonus points if you are Golf nuts yourself!
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Things to consider before picking the Chandigarh Golf Club:
● A property dedicated to the game, people with no connection to the game can find it difficult to get a booking for a photoshoot
● There are a number of restrictions that are put in place to make sure that the place is not ruined like the use of smoke bombs, poppers, or any other thing that might embed in the park
● Make sure that you don’t shoot on a playing day and flying golf balls is not something that you would want for your photo shoot.
- Aura Vaseela
If you want a Punjabi touch in your pre-wedding, but don’t want to travel far, then this is the perfect place located in the Zirakpur area of the Tricity. Complete with an outdoor pool and amazing heritage architecture, this is the perfect place for people who want to flaunt those Indian attires but don’t have the time to go to Jaipur for the perfect palace. A perfect point of escape this amazing find is the perfect place for some peace, quiet, and photos before the big day!
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Things to consider before picking Aura Vaseela
● An amazing place, the Aura Vaseela is a private property that includes a hefty payout for a shoot. It is important to clear that out before the shoot.
- Oberoi Sukhvilas
With the beauty of the dense Siswan Forest in your back and the marvelous Himalayan Range on your side, and the beautiful architecture of the Sukhvilas in your front, there is no better formula for a perfect photoshoot. The perfect touch of royal elegance in your shoot is the perfect place to rock the lehenga you always wanted to wear. With a beautiful backyard and fountains scattered bountifully, there will not be any shortage of the perfect picture location!
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Things to consider before picking Oberoi Sukhvilas
● The culmination of beautiful architecture with the mystical collection of nature, the Oberoi Sukhvilas is a beauty in itself, which comes with a price that justifies its worth. Make sure you are aware of how much you are in for before booking the place.
Like to Travel and would like to explore beyond the City Beautiful. Here is the list of the best day trip shoots from Chandigarh (Link to the places near Chandigarh for a shoot)
