What Makes Pondicherry A Unique Town?

Pondicherry is a unique town in India, with wonderful surroundings and great remains of the French Past, it is truly a little French Land on the Indian Land. Here is a brief on what makes Pondicherry a great experience in itself.

Of what was a sleepy colonial town is now a vibrant yet amazing spot in India. With French building, Auroville and Promenade Beach, Pondicherry is now frequented with tourists from around the world. The things have changed a lot here but the destination still retains its wonderful essence. There are many reasons to visit the town. Probably the first and important one is the French touch. Well, here is the list of 5 ultimate places to visit in Pondicherry. On your first trip, do not miss any of this place. Before making the itinerary, do keep strong eyes.

5) Sri Varadaraja Perumal Temple is thought to be the most established Hindu Shrine in Pondicherry and goes back to 600 AD and it is situated on M.G Road. An implicit Dravidian style of structural engineering, the Perumal Temple is devoted to Sri Varadaraja Perumal an incarnation of master Vishnu. As per saying, this spot was initially expected to house the icons of Lord Rama, Lakshmana, Sita and Lord Hanuman which were brought from the ocean by the nearby anglers. Directly behind the temple, there is a place of worship committed to Lord Narasimha as well, which is another incarnation of Lord Vishnu.

4) The Immaculate Conception Cathedral as we see today was based on the spot where three different places of worship were constructed before the French control of Pondicherry. The development began in 1791 and further changes were made to the building till 1987. The gala is praised on the eighth of December consistently. The Cathedral was likewise visited by Mother Teresa and is one of the oldest holy places in Puducherry. It is likewise referred to by local people as 'Samba Kovil'.

3) The Promenade beach is one of the principles in Puducherry. The walk is portrayed by different points of interest and statues including the statue of Joan of Arc, Dupleix statue, the statue of Mahatma Gandhi, the Heritage town corridor, the old beacon and so on the off chance that you require a quiet and curious spot ideal for a night walk, this is a spot you need to be at.

4) Aurobindo Ashram: A community set up at Pondicherry by Sri Aurobindo Ghosh on November 24th, 1926. The ashram has following gotten to be one of the prime destinations for voyagers and profound seekers. The major points and goals of the ashrams depend on the teachings of Sri Aurobindo and Mira Alfassa. The ashram contains a few workplaces, a library, a printing press, play area, workmanship display, a dispensary/nursing home, dairy, ranches, visitor houses, kitchen and so forth the principle building in the foundation are the marble Samadhi which is the resting spot of Sri Aurobindo and Mira Alfassa.

5) Auroville: With its name signifying 'The City of Dawn' is a township found 8 kilometers from Pondicherry. It was established in 1968 by Sri Aurobindo and Mira Alfassa and was planned by the French engineer Roger Anger. The thought was to make an all inclusive town where individuals from everywhere throughout the world would live in peace independent of standing, shading, nationalities and so forth.

The town is excellently connected with other cities of the country. Bangalore to Pondicherry flights are also in good service.