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3-Day Adventure in Puducherry: Beaches, Ashrams, and Basilicas

Rashu Kharat

Rashu Kharat

7 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling 3-day journey to Puducherry, India's Union Territory. Explore stunning beaches, visit spiritual ashrams, and marvel at magnificent basilicas. Join me as I discover the hidden gems of Puducherry!

Day 1
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$46

BlueLine - The Promenade
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$10
21 - 32 min

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Puducherry Beach
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Free
5 - 8 min

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Promenade Beach
Strip of rocky shoreline in a populous urban area with a promenade, a war memorial & a park.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Free
12 - 18 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$18
4 - 6 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$18
Day 2
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$62

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$ 1

Surguru Spot
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$18
3 - 4 min

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Sri Aurobindo Ashram
Large residential spiritual community with meditation & yoga practice, open to day visitors.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
24 - 36 min

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Rock Beach
Coastal stretch with a seawall & a palm tree-lined promenade, popular for watching the sunrise.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Free
5 - 6 min

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India delights restaurant
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$18
1 - 2 min

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Sunday Market
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Free
1 - 2 min

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Aasife
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$26
Day 3
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$57

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$ 3

Adyar Ananda Bhavan
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$16
2 - 3 min

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Arulmigu Manakula Vinayagar Devasthanam
Vibrant Hindu temple known for its elephant blessings, ornately carved stone walls & golden chariot.
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
$3
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.
10:15 AM - 11:45 AM
$3
8 - 12 min

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The Sacred Heart Basilica
Gothic-style Catholic church in a peaceful setting with stained-glass panels of Biblical scenes.
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
Free
8 - 12 min

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1:45 PM - 3:15 PM
$18
6 - 8 min

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Pondy Marina
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
Free
6 - 8 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$18

Budget breakdown: $168 In total

Activities & Food:$165
Transport:$3