Pondicherry, officially known as Puducherry, and commonly referred to as just Pondy, is one of the seven Union Territories of India. This former French colony is a perfect amalgamation of the traditional Indian sensibilities and French architecture, making it a dreamy escape that offers the best of both worlds.
The silhouette of Pondicherry comprises the famed French Town or White Town, spectacular churches, temples, and statues with an additional charm of the sea and that of the swaying palm and coconut trees. On the Southeast side of the Indian subcontinent Pondicherry or Pondy or Puducherry, whatever you like to call it, is a tourist destination for a calm and relaxed holiday any time of the year. Once the part of the neighboring state of Tamil Nadu, Pondicherry displays a great influence of it in its cuisine, architecture as well as language. Hence, you can expect to relish potpourri of Tamil and French culture in this is beautiful union territory. Pondicherry is indeed a synonym of Auroville. Of course, tourists know it for its French houses and cafes, but Auroville certainly has its own importance when it comes to must-see places in Pondicherry.
Attraction in Pondicherry: For picturesque beaches, French architecture, Auroville, Aurobindo Ashram, heritage, history, French cuisine, honeymoon, watersports, cheap alcohol, relaxing holiday, family vacation, pilgrimage tour.
Aurobindo Ashram
Picturesque Beaches
The months between October and February are ideal for visiting Pondicherry. The easiest way to reach Pondicherry, the town has its own domestic airport. However, the airport can only accommodate small aircraft and most of them are operated to and from Bangalore and Hyderabad. However, you can get a connecting flight to Pondicherry from Delhi, Mumbai and other major Indian cities. The second nearest airport is in Chennai.
The nearest railway station to Pondicherry is Villupuram, which is approx 35 km from the city of Pondicherry. Villupuram is well-connected to major Indian cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore and Hyderabad. From Villupuram, you can book a taxi to reach the town of Pondicherry.
One of the most memorable ways to reach Pondicherry, road trip across the countryside of Tamil Nadu will make your trip to Pondicherry even more exciting. Pondicherry is well-connected by roads and various government operated and private buses operate to and from Pondicherry. luxury beach holiday, family trip.
