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Discover Pondicherry:
A Blend of French Heritage and Coastal Beauty Pondicherry (now Puducherry), once a French colonial settlement until 1954, is a charming Union Territory town nestled along the southeastern coast of India, bordered by Tamil Nadu. The town retains its French legacy, most notably in the picturesque French Quarter, where tree-lined streets, mustard-colored colonial villas, and chic boutiques create a distinctly European atmosphere. A leisurely stroll along the seaside promenade, which skirts the Bay of Bengal, reveals a series of statues, including the notable 4-meter-high Gandhi Memorial.
Climate:
Pondicherry enjoys a tropical wet and dry climate, characteristic of coastal regions. Summers, from April to early June, are warm, with average temperatures reaching 36°C and lows around 28°C. This season is followed by a humid period with occasional thundershowers, lasting from June to September, providing some relief from the heat.
Beautiful Beaches of Pondicherry:
No visit to Pondicherry is complete without exploring its beautiful beaches. Despite the warm and humid climate throughout the year, the town boasts four main beaches that are popular with both tourists and locals. These beaches are notably cleaner and less crowded compared to other parts of India, offering a peaceful escape by the sea. Promenade Beach: A picturesque stretch along the Bay of Bengal, Promenade Beach offers a scenic spot for leisurely walks and stunning sunset views. Paradise Beach: Known for its pristine sands and clear waters, Paradise Beach provides a tranquil escape with its unspoiled beauty and serene environment. Auroville Beach: Located near the Auroville community, this beach is favored for its peaceful atmosphere and ideal conditions for relaxation and reflection. Serenity Beach: A quieter alternative with golden sands and gentle waves, Serenity Beach is perfect for a calm and soothing seaside experience
Sri Aurobindo Ashram
Situated on Rue de la Marine, the Sri Aurobindo Ashram is a renowned spiritual center in India, attracting devotees from around the world in search of spiritual enlightenment. The ashram’s teachings blend the principles of yoga with modern scientific insights. Please note that children under 3 years of age are not permitted, and photography is only allowed with prior permission from the ashram authorities.
Auroville (City of Dawn) is an experimental township in Viluppuram district of state of Tamil Nadu, near Pondicherry. It was founded in 1968 by Mirra Alfassa (known as “The Mother”) and designed by architect Roger Anger. As stated in Alfassa’s first public message about the township, “Auroville is meant to be a universal town where men and women of all countries are able to live in peace and progressive harmony, above all creeds, all politics and all nationalities. The purpose of Auroville is to realize human unity. The soil from 124 countries was placed in a lotus-shaped urn and mixed to symbolize universal oneness”
Some 12 km northwest of Pondicherry, Aurovillians run a huge variety of projects ranging from schools and IT to organic farming, renewable energy and handicrafts production, employing 4000 to 5000 people from nearby villages.
Things To Do In Auroville
Auroville, the international city has got a lot activities to do. It is an amazing experience to go and meditate at the Matrimandir one of the key activities at Auroville. Apart from this once a person is willing to offer his services to the Auroville he or she can visit the visitor center and engage for various voluntary services ranging from gardening to farming, pottery to maintaining various areas of Auroville, also the person can choose from a variety of activities according to their caliber and capability. There are a lot of places of interest to visit as well apart from the voluntary services. One can take a taxi to visit nearby places of interest and gain in depth knowledge into India’s history. Also there are some of the most beautiful beaches in the country which gives one an opportunity to feel the waters of Bay of Bengal. Auroville beach, serenity beach just a couple to name. Beach road in white Town has a very beautiful promenade where people can enjoy a morning jog or a romantic walk in the evening. It’s a happening place in the evening with many roadside eateries and a 24 hour café for the guests. About Matrimandir In the middle of the town is the Matrimandir, which was conceived by “The Mother” as “a symbol of the Divine’s answer to man’s aspiration for perfection”. Silence is maintained inside the Matrimandir to ensure the tranquility of the space and entire area surrounding the Matrimandir is called Peace area. The Matri Mandir is no doubt the finest attraction of Auroville. It consist of 4 concrete columns supporting an inner circular chamber, The external edges of the columns form a circle. The space frame (grid of triangles) forming the outer part of the structure looks like a flattened globe. The outer part is covered with mesh of gold encased discs. The inner chamber is lined with lighted cloth. Entry to the inside chamber is through two helical ramps. In the center lies a crystal globe. In gets illuminated by solitary light rays of sun from a heliostat mounted on the roof. Matrimandir is equipped with a solar power plant and is surrounded by manicured gardens. When there is no sun or after the sunset, the sunray on the globe is replaced by a beam from a solar powered light.