Open Hand Monument

The Open Hand Monument is a symbolic structure designed by the architect Le Corbusier and located in the Capitol Complex of the Indian city and union territory of Chandigarh. It is the emblem and symbol of the Government of Chandigarh and symbolizes "the hand to give and the hand to take; peace and prosperity, and the unity of mankind".

The monument built in Chandigarh by Legendary Architect, Le Corbusier is Open Hand Monument.
The Open Hand Monument is a symbolic structure designed by the architect Le Corbusier and located in the Capitol Complex of the Indian city and union territory of Chandigarh.
It is the emblem and symbol of the Government of Chandigarh and symbolizes "the hand to give and the hand to take, peace and prosperity, and the unity of mankind".
The largest example of Le Corbusier's many Open Hand sculptures, it stands 26 meters high.
The metal structure with vanes is 14 meters high, weighs 50 short tons, and was designed to rotate in the wind.

The Open Hand Monument is a symbolic structure designed by the architect Le Corbusier and located in the Capitol Complex of the Indian city and union territory of Chandigarh. It is the emblem and symbol of the Government of Chandigarh and symbolizes "the hand to give and the hand to take; peace and prosperity, and the unity of mankind". The largest example of Le Corbusier's many Open Hand sculptures, it stands 26 metres (85 ft) high. The metal structure with vanes is 14 metres (46 ft) high, weighs 50 short tons (100,000 lb), and was designed to rotate in the wind. The Open Hand (La Main Ouverte) in Chandigarh is a frequent theme in Le Corbusier's architecture, a symbol for him of "peace and reconciliation. It is open to give and open to receive". Le Corbusier also stated that it was a recurring idea that conveyed the "Second Machine Age". The Open Hand is located in Sector 1 in the Capitol Complex of Chandigarh, on the backdrop of the Himalayan Shivalik hill range.

Tourist review: Read about the monument, book a tourist spot which is at 9am, 11am and 3pm slots. Be on time, it’s the only place to see since it shared same land area with the high court.

Fine piece of Architecture. The identity of Chandigarh. Such a beautiful place to spend your time.

Peaceful place, "the hand to give and the hand to take; peace and prosperity, and the unity of mankind".

The Open Hand Monument is a symbolic structure designed by the architect Le Corbusier. Located adjacent to Punjab and Haryana High court Chandigarh. U can roam here after taking permission from Tourist Information Center.direct entery not allowed here.
Justttt wow, The Open Hand Monument, a giant public sculpture which has become the symbol of the city. Rising to a height of 85 feet from the sunken 'trench of consideration, ' it looks like a cross between a flying dove and an open hand, It rotates with the wind, like a weathervane. According to the architect “ Le Corbusier “, the hand was open “to give and receive”, and as a sign of optimism.just a beautifully monument tht you would remember for life!

Deserted place. One won't find anyone here. Though it's official symbol of Chandigarh but it's location is at the end of Chandigarh and no one visits here

The open hand sculpture, designed by Le Corbusier in France, is built in concrete in a capital complex parking lot. Foreigners are required to have a passport check before entering the area, and the High Court can only see the inside of the High Court if it has a prior permission. There is also a high court museum on the driveway. Admission is free.

This place has an Architeural significance. It has been designed with special details. Visit and take the tourist tour to find out.

This open hand monument installed here after Chandigarh construction gifted by French government as Le corbusier the architect of Chandigarh city belongs to French

It's very beautiful place situated in Chandigarh sector 1 which was designed by le Corbusier. We took an auto from hotel Amar palace to one hand monument.

This is an monument which represents the Chandigarh smart city, it's next to secretariat. Monument looks unique and the view looks good during sunset.

Chandigarh is a nice city plnned by the famous French architect Le Corbusier. The emblem of Chandigarh; open hand monument is also at the capital complex. An interesting place to see.

Visit thease please with help of Chandigarh tourism department, there is a separate office for this, it's free