Pondicherry - A French Connections

PONDICHERRY

Travel Story by RV - Know the Pondicherry

Wow, what a great combination of black, yellow & white which attract beauty of Pondicherry. Pondicherry is the only tourist place, which is most influenced in India. The city have yellow colonial French old buildings. Local people of Pondicherry  like to travel by Cycle around the city. The French Quarter or white  town area in Pondicherry is filled with elegant colonial mansions in the midst of tree lined boulevard, named on French streets beginning with era, road & streets side beautiful French style lighting lamp, Restaurant, Parks, Wondering cafes.   

Pondicherry is a Union Territory of India now known as Puducherry. On 20 September 2006, it was officially renamed from Pondicherry to Puducherry. The meaning of Puducherry in Tamil language is 'new village' 

The stone streets of Puducherry, the blue water and the natural beauty found in abundance will surprise you. There is a whole range of interesting places to visit, including ancient temples and churches, Auroville, many museums, religious centers and some beautiful beaches. People from all over the world come to the Aurobindo Ashram and Auroville for spiritualism. Puducherry is the best place for anyone to roam alone. Here we are telling you about some of the best places to visit in Puducherry.

Puducherry has been in the possession of the French for 300 years and still has traces of French here and this is the main center of attraction of Puducherry, which people come from far and wide to see. Puducherry has become a very beautiful tourist destination of India today.

Language Spoken in Pondicherry

Different languages ​​are used at different places in Puducherry, but the official languages ​​of Puducherry are French, Malayalam, Telugu and Tamil. Apart from this, especially English language is used here.

What attract you in Pondicherry ?

Auroville - Pondicherry

Auroville is also called a "Universal Town" because people from all cultures and traditions lives here peacefully around the world. It was founded in 1968 by Aurobindo's disciple Mirra Alfassa. Inauguration of this universal township was done on 28th Feb 1968 with the agenda that it would be place a place where people would be sufficiently prepared to make their center of uninterrupted education and progress forgetting their cast, sect, nationality. Do you know as of now more than 2800 people from more than 195 countries are offical residents of this township.

French Fort Louis - Pondicherry 

French Fort Louis is quite important for those who are interested in history and are interested in seeing new things. It is a very popular fort of Puducherry. This fort used to be one of the earliest offices of French rule. It takes above 02 hours to visit. 
Note: Timing 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM [Entrance is Free]

Statue of Dupleix - Pondicherry

Statue of Dupleix is one of the main attractions in Puducherry. The statue of Dupleix in Pondicherry establishes the union's French relation. This statue was built in 1870 in honor of the Governor. The beauty of the workmanship of French artisans can be gauged by seeing this statue. Everyday thousands of people come to see this statue.

Note: Timing 06:00 AM to 06:00 PM [Entrance is Free]

Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Church - Pondicherry 

It is the church of Pondicherry and is very well recognized. This church is 100 years old. It is 50m long, 48m wide and 18m high. This church in Puducherry has 20 fathers. This church is very famous all over the country. People visiting Puducherry do not go without seeing this church.

Note: Entry is Free

Botanical Garden - Pondicherry 

The Botanical Garden gives a different beauty to Puducherry. It is located near Anna Statue. People experience peace by coming here and at the same time people forget their sorrows for some time by sitting on the benches here. The Botanical Garden of Puducherry is a wonderful example of natural beauty.

Note: Timing 10:00 AM to 05:00 PM [Entrance Fee INR 10 PP]

Old Lighthouse - Pondicherry

The name of the nineteenth century light house also comes from the famous places of Puducherry. This light house is located on Promenade Beach. This light house was built by the French in the nineteenth century. Louis was the engineer for this project. The dome of the tower is very amazing and it gives light to the light house. It is the main attraction of Puducherry.

Note: Timing  09:00 AM to 12:30 PM & 03:00 PM to 05:00 PM [Entrance INR 10 PP]

Aurobindo Ashram - Pondicherry

Aurobindo Ashram is a great option for those who love peaceful places. The heart is very relaxed by coming here. It seems as if you have come to heaven by coming here. This ashram has become famous due to the samadhi of Sri Aurobindo and his mother. People who go for a visit to Puducherry definitely visit this ashram to experience peace.

Note: Timing  08:00 AM to 12:00 PM & 02:00 PM to 04:00 PM [Entrance is Free]

French War Memorial - Pondicherry

The French War Memorial is an imposing structure located on Gobert Avenue that was built in memory of soldiers who lost their lives in World War I. Let us tell you that on 14 July every year, this monument hosts an annual memorial ceremony, during which it is decorated with great beauty. If you are planning to visit Pondicherry then you can go to see this French War Memorial.

Note: Timing  10:00 AM to 05:00 PM [Entrance is Free]

Beaches of Pondicherry

Paradise Beach - Pondicherry

The most beautiful part of Puducherry is the paradise beach here. The way it is named, so is its style. Coming here it seems as if you have visited Paradise. People enjoy various types of water adventures here like Banana Ride, SPeed Boat, Jet Ski, Kayak Boating etc. People walk on the beach barefoot. Paradise Beach is a great place for loving people to visit, which is really no less than a paradise. Sunset time is considered to be the best for walking on paradise. 

Promenade Beach - Pondicherry

Prominade Beach is also known as Pondicherry Beach. This beach is a center of attraction for the people of India. The Promenade begins at the Beach War Memorial and ends at Duplex Park. Thousands of tourists visit this place every year.

Rock Beach - Pondicherry 

Rock Beach is also very famous after Paradise Beach of Puducherry. People forget their everyday life for a few moments amidst the natural beauty here. Rock beach is a very popular place among the tourists visiting Puducherry.

Time for Pray in Pondicherry 

Manakula Vinayagar Temple - Pondicherry 

In Tamil, Manal means sand and Kulan means lake. Manakula Vinayagar Temple is one of the ancient temples in India. The idol of Lord Ganesha is installed in this temple. The 16 forms of his spoken in the scriptures are seen on the walls of the Manakula Vinayagar temple.This temple is built in 8,000 square feet and has a lot of gold. The Brahmotsavam is celebrated here every year in the months of August and September.

Note: Timing  05:45 AM to 12:30 PM & 04:00 PM to 09:30 PM [Entrance is Free]

How to Reach Pondicherry ?

The nearest airport to Pondicherry is in Chennai. Regular domestic and international flights are available from Chennai Airport, hence it is a good option to fly from Chennai to Chennai from where you can go to Pondicherry which is only 140 kms. is far.

Note: Next article i will  publish soon about Heritage walk & shopping tour Pondicherry.