Puducherry

(Known as: Pondicherry, Paris of the East)

The French Riviera of the East!

India

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Quick facts of Puducherry

Great for: Beautiful beaches, French colony

Temperature: Max. 33° C, Min. 23° C

Ideal Duration: 1-2 days

Best Time: Throughout the year

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Puducherry, India

The famous township of Auroville lies in the Bay of Bengal, dedicated to Human Unity, has French colonial architecture, Beaches, Temples, Mustard color Villas.

Puducherry or Pondicherry also called Pondy is a historic French colonial settlement in India. Now it is a Union Territory of India surrounded by the state of Tamil Nadu and the other side lies on the Bay of Bengal. The famous township of Auroville dedicated to Human Unity. Auroville represents humanity's aspiration for peace and goodwill and that it is a unique symbol of human unity. It has beautiful serene Beaches, Churches, French Colonies, Museum, Sri Aurobindo Ashram and many more. It is a must-visit place for tourists.

Top 20 Attractions in Puducherry

Arikamedu, Puducherry, India

Arikamedu is famous archaeological evidence as well as the travel accounts of the French astronomer. It indicates that the city had a great urban settlement.

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Auroville, Puducherry, India

An experimental town-ship and a unique city dedicated to the ideal of human unity based on the concepts of Sri Aurobindo, most visited place in Puducherry.

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Botanical Garden, Puducherry, India

Garden hosts a wide range of exotic plants much interested to students and researchers of life sciences, an aquarium that shelters a wide range of marine life.

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French Institute, Puducherry, India

French Institute of Pondicherry is a famous place having 70,000 books, 120 journals, has a collection of 8600 Hindu religion Manuscripts and similar records.

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French War Memorial, Puducherry, India

War Memorial dedicated to the residents of French India died in World War I. Glorious victory monument built-in 1971, plaque lists the names of died Soldiers.

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ISKCON, Puducherry, India

ISKCON, a place for the devotees of Lord Krishna is a Hindu temple situated in Pondicherry.It is famous for its architectural beauty.Visit once in lifetime.

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Karaikal Beach, Puducherry, India

Karaikal beach is the best place to spend your time, lighthouse has been rehabilitated for public access, has an excellent view to watch the shore from the top.

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Ousteri Wetland and National Park, Puducherry, India

Ossudu is located in a village named Ossudu. It is a well-known tourist spot in Puducherry and is one of the important wetlands in Asia for Migratory birds.

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Paradise Beach, Puducherry, India

A beach is with glistering water, golden sand, palm trees, and restaurant shacks that make Paradise Beach altogether a perfect beach setting for tourists.

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Pondicherry Light House, Puducherry, India

A 29 meters high 19th-century lighthouse, built by the French rulers, with round tower and square base, now there is a new lighthouse built by the Indian Govt.

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Promenade, Puducherry, India

Promenade beach is a long stretch rock beach, an excellent beach with food stalls and amazing beauty, the best place to visit during early morning or evening.

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Serenity Beach, Puducherry, India

Serenity Beach swathed with pristine golden sands and lapped by shimmering waters. This treasure trove of nature is secluded, quiet and of course spectacular.

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Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Puducherry, India

A spiritual community in Pondicherry, Aurobindo International Centre of Education is an integral part of Ashram serves for experiment and research in education.

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Statue of Dupleix, Puducherry, India

Statue built in the memory of Dupleix, Governor-General of French India.He added to the development of Puducherry in India. It's situated in Duppuypet.

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The Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, Puducherry, India

The Church is located towards the South boulevard of Puducherry. It's a beautiful basilica that will take back in history. A must visit place in Puducherry.

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The Lycee Francais de, Puducherry, India

International French school is established in 1826. The school building is nice looking and is situated in a pretty nice and calm area located in a white town.

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Aayi Mandapam, Puducherry, India

A White-colored famous monument is of the era of Napoleon III. Aayi Mandapam is named after a lady called Aayi and relates an interesting centuries-old story.

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Arulmigu Manakula, Puducherry, India

Arulmigu Manakula, the ancient temple was built 300 years ago but still holds its glory. This temple is dedicated to Lord Ganesha. A famous place to visit.

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Gandhi Mandapam, Puducherry, India

This four-meter square statue, the biggest Mahatma Gandhi statue in Asia, is surrounded by eight magnificent granite pillars which were brought from Gingee.

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Raj Niwas, Puducherry, India

Raj Niwas is the official residence of Lt. Governor of Puducherry. This place was historically laid by the French Governor in 1738, used for VIP accomodation.

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Puducherry

(Known as: Pondicherry, Paris of the East)

The French Riviera of the East!

Quick facts of Puducherry

Puducherry, India

Top 20 Attractions in Puducherry

Arikamedu, Puducherry, India

Auroville, Puducherry, India

Botanical Garden, Puducherry, India

French Institute, Puducherry, India

French War Memorial, Puducherry, India

ISKCON, Puducherry, India

Karaikal Beach, Puducherry, India

Ousteri Wetland and National Park, Puducherry, India

Paradise Beach, Puducherry, India

Pondicherry Light House, Puducherry, India

Promenade, Puducherry, India

Serenity Beach, Puducherry, India

Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Puducherry, India

Statue of Dupleix, Puducherry, India

The Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, Puducherry, India

The Lycee Francais de, Puducherry, India

Aayi Mandapam, Puducherry, India

Arulmigu Manakula, Puducherry, India

Gandhi Mandapam, Puducherry, India

Raj Niwas, Puducherry, India

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