Puducherry

Puducherry, (formerly known as Pondicherry) is a city in South India that showcases beautifully both the Tamil culture and the remnants of a French colonial era. From the distinct rocky beaches to the grey and yellow architecture to its quaint cafes, Puducherry is indeed a tourist’s paradise.

Aurobindo Ashram

The Sri Aurobindo Ashram is a spiritual sojourn located in the heart of Puducherry. The ashram is believed to have blossomed out of a small community of disciples that Sri Aurobindo had after he retired. On 24 November 1926, Sri Aurobindo withdrew completely from public life to focus on his inner self. It was then that he handed over the full responsibility of the ashram to his spiritual collaborator Mirra Alfassa popularly known as “The Mother”. As for the Ashram, Sri Aurobindo himself noted, “less been created than grown around him as its centre.”

Scuba Diving

For the adventurous in you, the scuba diving experience in Puducherry is a musttry. In the last decade, the picturesque east coast of Pondicherry has gained immense popularity for its underwater experiences. It definitely is a ‘once in a lifetime experience’.

Arikamedu

Arikamedu, a coastal fishing village ( nearly 4 kilometres from Puducherry), was originally a French colonial town. Archaeological excavations were done there in 1947–1950. The explorations led to the findings of several artifacts including Arretine ware, Roman lamps, glassware, glass and stone beads, and gems at the site. Based on these excavations, it was concluded that Arikamedu was a trading post that had trading connections with Rome and had flourished for about two hundred years—from the late first century BCE to the first and second centuries CE.

Chunnambar boat house

The Chunnambar boat house is a perfect escapade from our city life. Whether you love adventurous water sports or want to opt for a romantic date on one of their rental accommodations or just want to opt for a family ride along the backwaters, the Chunnambar boat house has something for everyone. Positioned between the junction of the Chunnambar River and the Bay of Bengal, the backwaters are a sight to behold.

Botanical Garden

The Botanical Garden was developed in 1826 to understand the ecology of various flora of Pondicherry.