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5 Days in Puducherry: Beaches, Ashrams, and Cultural Delights!

Swapna Karmokar

Swapna Karmokar

20 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling 5-day journey to Puducherry, where you'll explore stunning beaches, visit ancient temples, immerse yourself in spiritual ashrams, and indulge in the rich cultural heritage of this charming coastal town.

Trip to Puducherry

Day 1Sun, Sand, and Serenity at Puducherry Beach
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$0

Puducherry Beach
8:00 AM - 9:30 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.
10:00 AM - 10:15 AM
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Free
19 - 28 min

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Bharathi Park
Landscaped park featuring a Greco-Roman arch structure, plus flowers, a play area & fountains.
10:45 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Arulmigu Manakula Vinayagar Devasthanam
Vibrant Hindu temple known for its elephant blessings, ornately carved stone walls & golden chariot.
12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
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Free
Day 2Spiritual Awakening at Sri Aurobindo Ashram and Promenade Beach
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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 3Unveiling History and Tranquility at Puducherry Museum and Rock Beach
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$20

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$ 2

Puducherry Museum
Quaint museum known for its rare sculpture collection, including ancient bronze & stone artifacts.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$15
22 - 33 min

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Rock Beach
Coastal stretch with a seawall & a palm tree-lined promenade, popular for watching the sunrise.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
229 - 275 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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$5
Day 4Divine Beauty and Botanical Wonders
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$14

Immaculate Conception Cathedral
Portuguese-style church with white & yellow columns & a gold statue, offering bilingual services.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$10
11 - 16 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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$4
Day 5Coastal Bliss at Karaikal Beach and Riverside Walkway
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$10

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$ 3

Karaikal Beach
Long sandy stretch with a jetty, popular for swimming, boating & strolls, plus a nearby kids' park.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
234 - 281 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.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$10
789 - 947 min

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Mahe River Side Walkway
This popular riverside walkway offers many benches, a relaxed atmosphere & scenic sunset views.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $49 In total

Activities & Food:$44
Transport:$5