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Exploring the Charms of Puducherry: A 4-Day Adventure

Dushyanta Sharma

Dushyanta Sharma

29 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling 4-day journey through the enchanting landscapes and cultural wonders of Puducherry. Discover ancient temples, pristine beaches, and the captivating French colonial charm of this Union Territory in India.

Trip to Puducherry

Day 1
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$13

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$ 2

Arulmigu Manakula Vinayagar Devasthanam
Vibrant Hindu temple known for its elephant blessings, ornately carved stone walls & golden chariot.
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
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Free
25 - 38 min

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Puducherry Beach
9:15 AM - 10:45 AM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Mahatma Gandhi Statue
A white structure surrounded by granite pillars houses a bronze statue of the independence leader.
11:15 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Promenade Beach
Strip of rocky shoreline in a populous urban area with a promenade, a war memorial & a park.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free
5 - 6 min

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The Sacred Heart Basilica
Gothic-style Catholic church in a peaceful setting with stained-glass panels of Biblical scenes.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
17 - 21 min

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Pondy Ocean Park
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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$13
Day 2
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$8

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$ 2

Sri Varadaraja Perumal Temple
Centuries-old, Dravidian-style temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu, with a colorful, multi-tier tower.
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
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$3
13 - 20 min

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Bharathi Park
Landscaped park featuring a Greco-Roman arch structure, plus flowers, a play area & fountains.
9:15 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Pondicherry french colony
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Le Capucin Hotel
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Sunday Market
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free
23 - 28 min

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Arikamedu
Former Chola port city dating from the 1st Century BC with a large number of Roman artifacts.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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$5
12 - 15 min

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Eden Beach - Blue flag Beach
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
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Free
Day 3
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$12

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$ 3

Pondy Marina
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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Rock Beach
Coastal stretch with a seawall & a palm tree-lined promenade, popular for watching the sunrise.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
22 - 33 min

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Puducherry Museum
Quaint museum known for its rare sculpture collection, including ancient bronze & stone artifacts.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$8
4 - 5 min

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Sri Aurobindo Ashram
Large residential spiritual community with meditation & yoga practice, open to day visitors.
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Botanical Garden
Botanical garden built by French colonists on 22 acres with themed plots, an aquarium & train rides.
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
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$2
21 - 26 min

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Sri Kokilambigai Vudanurai Sri Thirukameswarar Temple
Historic Hindu temple to Lord Shiva, with ornate sculptures & a dramatic, colorful exterior.
6:00 PM - 6:45 PM
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$3
Day 4
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$10

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$ 4

Mahe River Side Walkway
This popular riverside walkway offers many benches, a relaxed atmosphere & scenic sunset views.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
1017 - 1221 min

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Sri Dharbaranyeswara Swamy Temple
Bright temple featuring stepped towers & carved stone pillars, plus a pond for ceremonial baths.
9:30 AM - 10:15 AM
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$3
9 - 11 min

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Karaikal Ammaiyar Temple
Ornately decorated Hindu temple, constructed in 1929 & known for an annual mango festival.
10:45 AM - 11:30 AM
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$3
9 - 11 min

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Karaikal Beach Park
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
7 - 10 min

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Karaikal Beach
Long sandy stretch with a jetty, popular for swimming, boating & strolls, plus a nearby kids' park.
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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Free
242 - 291 min

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Immaculate Conception Cathedral
Portuguese-style church with white & yellow columns & a gold statue, offering bilingual services.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$5
788 - 946 min

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Yanam River Beach (SR)
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Yanam Beach Boat Point
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $51 In total

Activities & Food:$42
Transport:$9