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From the cuisine and culture to colonial-style villas and street names, French influences are easily glimpsed in Pondicherry. The coastal town was under the control of France until 1954. Many people in Pondicherry still speak French and in some of the restaurants you can find French specialties. The town is officially called Puducherry, the original Tamil name, but it is still widely referred to as Pondicherry, or “Pondy.” A visit there will reward you with beautiful architecture, beaches and a delightful mix of Eastern and Western culture.
Start your exploration of the picturesque city by visiting some of its old churches, including the 18th-century Cathedral of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception and the Church of Our Lady of Angels. Go to the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus for its stained-glass windows that depict the life of Jesus. Tour the town’s other religious buildings including Hindu temples and the Meeran Mosque that dates back to the 17th century.
Head to Promenade Beach for sunbathing and water sports. Swim, go fishing from a catamaran or book a scuba diving lesson. Enjoy a stroll along the promenade where you can see statues of Mahatma Gandhi and Joan of Arc.
Those who are into nature will appreciate a walk through the Botanical Garden. It was established in 1826 and is home to rare species of plants, a musical fountain, birds and a children’s train. For something a little different, take a Bollywood dance class or massage workshop at the Sita Cultural Center.
Save some time for a visit to Auroville, a small enclave located just outside of Pondicherry. It was established as a universal town where people of all faiths and backgrounds from dozens of countries can live in harmony. Among the architectural highlights is the large, gold-coloured geodesic dome called the Matrimandir. The structure’s spacious inner chamber is for people who want to sit quietly and meditate.
Pondicherry lies on the Bay of Bengal and can be reached by plane, train and car. There are also bus services from several cities, including Bangalore and Madurai.
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Treebo South Avenue
No. 151-152 Subbiah Salai, PondicherrySituated in Pondicherry, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Pondicherry Botanical Gardens, Ousteri Lake, and Botanical Gardens. Eglise de Sacre Coeur de Jesus Church and Sacred Heart Church are also within 2 mi (3 km).
OYO Premium Villianur Thirubuvanai
65, West Car Street, Villianur, PondicherrySituated in Pondicherry, this hotel is within 9 mi (15 km) of Botanical Gardens, Sacred Heart of Jesus, and Government Place. Pondicherry Lighthouse and Raj Niwas are also within 9 mi (15 km).
The Promenade
23 Goubert Avenue Pondicherry - 605 001, PondicherryLocated in Pondicherry, this beachfront hotel is in the city center and within a 5-minute walk of Jawahar Toy Museum, Eglise de Notre Dame des Anges, and Notre Dame de Anges. Bharathi Park and French War Memorial are also within 10 minutes.
Hotel Le Royal Park
No. 168, Kamaraj Salai, PondicherrySituated in Pondicherry, this spa hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Ousteri Lake, Kanniga Parameswari Temple, and Ananda Ranga Pillai House. Botanical Gardens and Church of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception are also within 1 mi (2 km).
Bon Sejour
252, Lenin Street, PondicherryLocated in the heart of Pondicherry, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Ousteri Lake and Botanical Gardens. Eglise de Sacre Coeur de Jesus Church and Kanniga Parameswari Temple are also within 2 mi (3 km).
Purple Hotels Resorts
Auroville Main Road,, PondicherrySituated near the beach, this hotel is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Auroville.
OYO Rooms off Aurobindo Ashram
Plot No. 18, Aurobindo Street, PondicherrySituated near the beach, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Sri Aurobindo Ashram and Arulmigu Manakula Vinayagar Temple. French Institute and Kanniga Parameswari Temple are also within 10 minutes.
Hotel du Parc
5, Jawaharlal Nehru street, PondicherrySituated in Pondicherry, this hotel is steps from Raj Niwas, Arulmigu Manakula Vinayagar Temple, and Sri Aurobindo Ashram. Government Place and French Institute are also within 5 minutes.
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3.5 out of 5.0Fri, 3 Nov - Wed, 8 Nov
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£569
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£577
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£507
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£482
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