Pondicherry Location: Pondicherry
is situated on the Coromandel Coast, lcoated on Indias Eastern coastline
Rainfall in Pondicherry: 860 mm. (July to September)
Climate of Pondicherry: Summer: 40 °C - 29 °C
;
Winter: 30°C - 24 °C
Best Time to Visit: October to March
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Pondicherry (Puducheri), or the capital
of one of the union territory of Pondicherry, means 'the new settlement'
as thic city was made when the French settlement decided to settle in
these parts of India. The town of Pondicherry, fondly called as Pondy
and three other cities of theree different states namely Karaikal (Tamil
Nadu), Mahe (Kerala), and Yanam (Andhra Pradesh), is what makes today's
Union Territory of Pondicherry. On the way to Pondicherry, one can view
th natural beauty of the scenic Deccan plateau. Striking red soil and
deep green vegetation, consisting mainly of cashew, palm and neem, combining
to form a stunning landscape.
Pondicherry is an ideal getaway if one wants to getaway from the
maddening crowds and rush of the city. Pondicherry is also famous for the
Aurobindo Ashram, an international institution that teaches the practice
of yoga. This city has always been one of the calm and quiet in comparison
to other Indian cities. Pondicherry still offers exquisite hand made
papers and pottery also one can enjoy the French flavor that has
captivated this town for a long while know. The earliest description of
the city of Pondicherry can be traced back to 2nd century B.C.
Tourist Attractions:
Samadhi of Shri
Aurobindo Ghosh, The Beach Road, Marie, French Institute, Ecole Francaise,
Raj Niwas, Rue Dumas Street, Government Square, Auroville, Nehru Street,
Duplex and the Botanical Gardens.
How To
Reach Pondicherry:
By Air:
Nearest airport is situated at Chennai, located 135-km from the city.
By Rail: Pondicherry is connected with a meter
gauge link with Chennai via Villupuram by the Pondicherry Express which is
36 km. from the city.
By Road: Pondicherry has a
good network of roads, which connects it with most of South India.
