Pondicherry or Puducherry - The Europe of India was known by the name Vedapuri in mythology, is located along the Coromandel Coast of Bay of Bengal. The colonial heritage buildings are a living monument of the French culture and a conglomerate of different cultural influences. Away from the hustle and bustle of big city, is one of the most popular holiday resorts in South India.
Quiet beaches and peaceful resorts to the north and south balance the town's bustling, yet easy going life. The beautiful beaches are not very crowded, offer stunning views, especially during sunrise and sunset and are host to water sports like swimming, canoeing and kayaking. It is the perfect place to come if you want to take the pace of life down a few notches.
Seeking spiritual enlightenment, Pondy is home to the highly revered Sri Aurobindo Ashram and Auroville. The spiritual scene, palm-fringed beaches, scenic fishing villages and backwater makes it perfect honeymoon destination. Pondicherry is also a famous stage where several art festivals and cultural programs are conducted every year.
UNION TERRITORY : PANDICHERRY
LOCATION: Pondicherry the capital city of the Union Territory of Pondicherry is situated on the southeast coast of India and surrounded by the state of Tamil Nadu.
LANGUAGE :Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, English and French.
WHEN TO VISIT : Throughtout the year destination. October to March can be considered as an ideal time to visit Pondicherry.
CLOTHING : Summer- Light Cottons, Winter- Cotton and light woolens.
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Puducherry is connected by good motorable roads to all major places. There are excellent bus services provided by State Road Transport Corporation, connecting Puducherry to other nearby cities.
Villupuram is the nearest railway station which is about 35 kilometres away from Puducherry . Taxis and buses are easily available from Villupuram to Puducherry.
The Puducherry airport can accommodate landing of small aircraft only. Chennai international airport is airport which is 150 km away from Puducherry. You can easily get taxis and buses from Chennai to the reach the resort town.
Best Season / Best Time to Visit Pondicherry
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