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Puducherry: A Journey of Serenity

divyam arora

divyam arora

27 Dec 2023

Embark on a 5-day adventure to the charming coastal town of Puducherry. Discover ancient temples, pristine beaches, and colonial architecture. Immerse yourself in the tranquility of Sri Aurobindo Ashram and witness the grandeur of Notre Dame des Anges Church. Indulge in the rich history and culture of this unique destination.

Trip to Puducherry

Day 1Temples and Beach Bliss
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$2

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8 - 11 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
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
20 - 29 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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$1
Day 2Spiritual Retreat and Oceanic Delights
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$0

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$ 1

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8 - 12 min

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Sri Aurobindo Ashram
Large residential spiritual community with meditation & yoga practice, open to day visitors.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
21 - 32 min

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Promenade Beach
Strip of rocky shoreline in a populous urban area with a promenade, a war memorial & a park.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Day 3Parks, Rocks, and Museum Marvels
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$4

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12 - 17 min

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Bharathi Park
Landscaped park featuring a Greco-Roman arch structure, plus flowers, a play area & fountains.
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
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Free
20 - 30 min

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Rock Beach
Coastal stretch with a seawall & a palm tree-lined promenade, popular for watching the sunrise.
9:15 AM - 10:45 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.
11:15 AM - 12:45 PM
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$4
Day 4Colonial Charms and Botanical Wonders
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$1

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$ 1

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6 - 8 min

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Notre Dame des Anges Church
Catholic church built in 1855 with vaulted ceilings, colorful stained glass & a pink facade.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
12 - 17 min

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The Sacred Heart Basilica
Gothic-style Catholic church in a peaceful setting with stained-glass panels of Biblical scenes.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Botanical Garden
Botanical garden built by French colonists on 22 acres with themed plots, an aquarium & train rides.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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$1
Day 5Science, Spirituality, and Architectural Splendor
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$7

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$ 2

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12 - 15 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.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$3
210 - 252 min

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Sri Dharbaranyeswara Swamy Temple
Bright temple featuring stepped towers & carved stone pillars, plus a pond for ceremonial baths.
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
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$1
239 - 287 min

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Immaculate Conception Cathedral
Portuguese-style church with white & yellow columns & a gold statue, offering bilingual services.
11:45 AM - 12:45 PM
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$3

Budget breakdown: $15 In total

Activities & Food:$13
Transport:$3