PONDICHERRY TRAVEL BLOG: Obtenez le gout des colonies francaises

Planning to have a visit to the French colony, Pondicherry. You are welcomed to my Pondicherry travel blog. Read to know  the best places to visit in Pondicherry.

Pondicherry Travel Blog

                        Pondicherry, or Puducherry, is believed to be a place with French soul or, French Riviera of the east. Well, talking about its beauty; It is most mesmerizing and charming place of entire south India or, In fact, I will say it is most sexy and romantic place of India. The vibes of city won’t fail you to give the feel of French culture. Let it be food, people or architecture; every thing here is influenced by French culture. Not to forget the beauty of eastern ghat here.

Here, I am provide you all the details for your Pondicherry travel.

Where to stay in Pondicherry

Pondicherry Hut villa

Firstly, before starting this; let me remind you that, you won’t get direct flight to Pondicherry. You have to take taxi/bus from Chennai to Pondicherry.

Well now coming on point, you can book hotel and villas at MakeMyTrip and OYO but I will say you should try something adventurous. Guys you are in Pondy, get the taste of its culture and smell of sea.

I will recommend, you better head toward the beach. You will find there many huts on rent. You will get all necessary facilities there. Now. Rest of take remains with you; whether you chill the Pondy night with beer and music or scrolling down your smartphone screens. I will suggest you to rent any of hut guest house nearby to Rock Beach.

PONDY FEAST: Pondicherry travel blog

La Cafe at Pondicherry

       La vie commence…

                       …..après la premiere tesse de café

Who do not want to have a perfect cup of coffee in the place like Pondy. Well, this place won’t disappoint you. You will get café here which are unique in itself. I just realized, my mouth isn’t capable enough to describe French recipe’s beauty. Ambience at the Pondy’s café is just WOW. They aren’t very much costly. Price of a cup of coffee at CCD will fetch you a perfect Coffee at Le Café or, Besto Café.

Well, don’t forget to have hands on sea side French recipes.

   ……bon appe`tit       

Best places to visit in Pondicherry

1.   Paradise Beach

Paradise Beach
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Like its name, Paradise beach is truly a world apart! Adorned with golden sands, this is a little-isolated haven, one of the top attractions in Pondicherry. Reaching the beach is amazing as the shoreline itself. You need to board the ferry traveling through the backwaters surrounded with thick mangrove forests that takes around 20-30 minutes to get to the golden shores.Spot birds, walk on the silky sands, enjoy the opportunity to get some great photos or sitting and enjoying the waves. A variety of water sports facilities are also available for enthusiastic tourists to try a hand at fishing as fishing rods and nets, easily available for rent.

2.  Promenade Beach 

promenade beach

promenade beach

The Promenade beach is among the most popular places to visit in Pondicherry. The rock-lined shore, 1.2km long stretch is marked with popular sites, monuments, cafes, eateries, restaurants, roadside food stalls, shopping options and hotels. Take a walk on the promenade. Stop to admire the statue of Marquis Dupleix. Pay respects to the Father of the nation, Mahatma Gandhi. Visit the First World War Memorial.  Sit on the rocks watching the playful waves hitting the rocks.

For a break from the city, Promenade is a scenic getaway. Stroll, dine, click pics and or enjoy the charming setting along the picturesque views of the Bay of Bengal.

3.  Serenity Beach

Serenity beach

          Serenity Beach, like its name offers peacefulness to all its visitors. The relaxing spot along the Bay of Bengal, 12 km from the town is one of the must visit places in Pondicherry. The warm golden sand with a trail of rocks leading to the cerulean sea is perfect for basking in bliss

Relatively isolated, the beach is to be definitely not to be missed by honeymooners for a quiet time. Early in the morning, fishermen add to the charm as they gear up for the day. Surfing is a thrilling pleasure here as massive waves lead to the shore. Avail surfing lessons and equipments from the nearby Kallialay Surf School.

4.  Puducherry Museum

Trace the French roots and even older histories at the Puducherry museum. Explore the wonderful collection of artifacts, relics and historic treasures. From archeological findings of Arikamedu Roman settlement, to Chola and Pallava dynasties, there are various eras of history preserved here.

Listed among the top attractions in Pondicherry, the museum has stone-carved statues, bronze sculptures of Indian Gods and Goddesses, fossilized trunks of ancient trees, models of modes of transportation, brass temple lamps, church relics, handicrafts, coins, shells and fossils. A completed section is dedicated to the history and legendary French colonial information. Do check out the painting gallery which has colonial prints, Tanjore paintings as well as contemporary works in glass, colors, pastels, and oils.

5.  Lady of Angels Church

Lady of Angels Church

Eglise de Notre Dame des Anges, also known as Our Lady of Angels Church is one of the most popular places to visit in Pondicherry. Reputed for its brilliant masonry, the church has an appearance that is inspired from the churches in France, especially the breathtaking Basilica at Lourdes in Southern France.

Limestone mixed with white of eggs were mixed to create a mixture that gives it a marble like appearance. The church altar has a statue of Our Lady holding a baby Jesus in her arms. Inside the church, there are eight barrel vaults and a central dome that is pierced with eight round openings.

6.  Sri Aurobindo Ashram

Sri Aurobindo Ashram

Spiritual bliss is one of the reasons that tourists from far and wide plan a holiday in Pondicherry. The  Sri Aurobindo Ashram is a famous spiritual community founded by Sri Aurobindo and Mirra Alfassa (The Mother) in 1926.

One of the most visited places in Pondicherry, the ashram is a retreat for your spiritual needs. Take a break from the world and focus on your evolution to higher spiritual beings with yoga, meditation, sermons and other activities. Around 1,200 members along with 400 students can easily accommodate in the complex. Spread over 400 buildings, the ashram has facilities of library, printing press, playground, art gallery, dispensary/nursing home, dairy, farms, guest houses, etc.

Activities to do in Pondicherry: Pondicherry travel blog

You will be spoilt for choice if you look at the options Pondy can offer you with. For your spiritual side, there are a number of beautiful churches in the city where you can spend few quite times.

If you are adventure hunger, go for scuba diving, boating, swimming or surfing into the rising waves of Bay of Bengal. There are quite a handsome number of Adventurous School in Pondy.

If you have inquisitive mind, try learning few French phrases. Or, just walkalong the beautiful roadside along with yellow building of Pondy.

Au revoir Pondicherry…..