Two-Day Itinerary for Pondicherry in May 2023

  1. Day 1: Sri Aurobindo Ashram
    5 minutes (0.5 miles) from the city center

    The Sri Aurobindo Ashram is a spiritual community founded in 1926 by Sri Aurobindo and his spiritual collaborator The Mother. The ashram provides a beautiful and serene environment for meditation and self-reflection. Visitors can take a guided tour of the ashram and learn about its history and teachings.

  2. Day 1: Promenade Beach
    10 minutes (2 miles) from Sri Aurobindo Ashram

    Located in the heart of the city, Promenade Beach is a popular tourist spot in Pondicherry. The beach offers a perfect view of the Bay of Bengal. Visitors can enjoy a peaceful walk along the beach and watch the sunset. There are many street vendors selling delicious snacks and souvenirs on the beachside.

  3. Day 1: Matrimandir
    20 minutes (3 miles) from Promenade Beach

    Matrimandir is a popular tourist attraction in Pondicherry. It is a golden sphere-shaped structure located in the center of Auroville. The structure is surrounded by beautiful gardens and provides a peaceful and serene environment for meditation and self-reflection. Visitors can take a guided tour of the structure and learn about its history and teachings.

  4. Day 2: Paradise Beach
    30 minutes (8.5 miles) from the city center

    Paradise Beach is one of the most beautiful beaches in Pondicherry. The beach is located on an island and can be reached by taking a ferry from Chunnambar Boat House. The beach offers a perfect view of the Bay of Bengal. Visitors can enjoy water sports activities and relax under the palm trees on the beachside.

  5. Day 2: Auroville
    20 minutes (6 miles) from Paradise Beach

    Auroville is an experimental community founded in 1968 with the idea of promoting human unity and peace. The community is located on the outskirts of Pondicherry and provides a peaceful and serene environment for meditation and self-reflection. Visitors can take a guided tour of the community and learn about its history and teachings.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Sri Aurobindo Ashram (1 hour, free)
  • Promenade Beach (1 hour, free)
  • Matrimandir (2 hours, free)
  • Paradise Beach (2 hours, INR 300 for ferry ride)
  • Auroville (2 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 300
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