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Puducherry: A Journey of Temples, Beaches, and History

Joy Rajesh Sundilla

Joy Rajesh Sundilla

25 Nov 2023

Embark on a 4-day adventure in Puducherry, India's Union Territory. Discover ancient temples, relax on pristine beaches, and immerse yourself in the rich history of this captivating destination.

Trip to Puducherry

Day 1Temples and Parks
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$12

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$ 5

Time Travellers Hostel

Depart from your stay 🏨

42 - 51 min

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Sri Kokilambigai Vudanurai Sri Thirukameswarar Temple
Historic Hindu temple to Lord Shiva, with ornate sculptures & a dramatic, colorful exterior.
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
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$4
31 - 38 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
17 - 21 min

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A.P.J Abdul Kalam Puducherry Science Centre and Planetarium
Hands-on science exhibits in the museum & on its grounds, plus a marine life gallery & planetarium.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$8
Day 2Basilica, Beaches, and Aayi Mandapam
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$4

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$ 4

Time Travellers Hostel

Depart from your stay 🏨

27 - 33 min

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The Sacred Heart Basilica
Gothic-style Catholic church in a peaceful setting with stained-glass panels of Biblical scenes.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Promenade Beach
Strip of rocky shoreline in a populous urban area with a promenade, a war memorial & a park.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
18 - 27 min

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Aayi Mandapam
Neoclassical monument built by the French in 1854 to celebrate bringing water into the city.
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
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$4
Day 3Devasthanam, Museum, Gandhi Statue, and Temple
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$15

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$ 4

Time Travellers Hostel

Depart from your stay 🏨

28 - 34 min

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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
4 - 5 min

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Puducherry Museum
Quaint museum known for its rare sculpture collection, including ancient bronze & stone artifacts.
9:15 AM - 10:45 AM
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$11
20 - 30 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
224 - 269 min

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Sri Dharbaranyeswara Swamy Temple
Bright temple featuring stepped towers & carved stone pillars, plus a pond for ceremonial baths.
12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
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$4
Day 4Churches and Cathedrals
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$8

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$ 3

Time Travellers Hostel

Depart from your stay 🏨

30 - 36 min

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Our lady of angels church
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Immaculate Conception Cathedral
Portuguese-style church with white & yellow columns & a gold statue, offering bilingual services.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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$8

Budget breakdown: $51 In total

Activities & Food:$38
Transport:$14