Pondicherry is one of the Union Territories of India. It was earlier under the influence of the French people until 1954. You can find a number of French buildings, statues, museums, parks and a beautiful beach.
Pondicherry tour
It is one of the most favorite tourist destinations in India which is quite easily accessible from Bangalore and from Chennai. The key aspect of the place is that it has lower taxation on alcohol items making it a vacation place to enjoy drinking.
The top attractive destinations to visit in Pondicherry are given below:
Pondicherry Beach:
You can find a number of tree houses in the region near backwaters.
A wonderful holiday destination to spend time with family members as it offers reasonable accommodation in resorts and also in hotels. The sea shore is a fantastic place for backwater cruises, trekking and beach volleyball.
Sri Aurobindo Ashram:
The ashram is founded by Sri Aurobindo and Mirra Alfassa in 1926 which is one of the most attractive spots in Pondicherry. It is visited by thousands of people from all over the globe.
The Samadhi of Shri Aurobindo is placed in the ashram. People visit the place to get spiritual enlightenment and peace of mind.
There is a practice of yoga in the place to gain a life transforming experience and to attain divinity. People are motivated towards a better living and bring a meaningful family life to their existence.
Auroville:
It is a popular design building developed by the architect Roger Anger. The idea of the building is to have peaceful co-existence in the township.
People who seek spiritual harmony will find the place to be an awesome family experience to understand the unity in diversity of the Indian culture.
At the middle of the township you will view the marvelous architecture called the Mantrimandir that is made of gold covering its surface.
Some of the other interesting highlights in Pondicherry are given below:
- Botanical Garden
- Pondicherry Museum
- Promenade
- Church of Sacred Heart of Jesus
- Church of Our Lady of Angels
- French War Memorial
- Raj Niwas
- Park Monument
- Chunnambar Boathouse
Overall it is a fascinating family destination in India for the families, youths, couples, fun lovers and tourist people.
The region is under the control of the central Government and is house to people from different castes, religions, cultures and practices.
Hope you will enjoy the family tour de Pondicherry.
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