Two-Day Itinerary for Pondicherry in May 2023

  1. Day 1: Explore the French Quarter
    10 minutes (2.3 km) from Pondicherry Railway Station

    Start your day by exploring the French Quarter, also known as the White Town. The area is filled with charming colonial buildings that are painted in pastel colours. Take a walk along the Promenade Beach and enjoy the cool sea breeze. Visit the Notre Dame des Anges, a beautiful church that was built in the 18th century. You can also take a stroll through the Bharathi Park, a lush green park that has a statue of the famous poet Subramania Bharathi. End your day by visiting the Gandhi Statue, a memorial to Mahatma Gandhi.

  2. Day 2: Visit Auroville and Matrimandir
    20 minutes (12 km) from Pondicherry Bus Stand

    Start your day early and head to Auroville, an experimental township that aims to create a universal town where people from all over the world can live in harmony. Take a tour of the Matrimandir, a golden dome that is the centre of Auroville. The Matrimandir is a place for silent concentration and introspection. Spend some time in the Auroville Visitor's Centre, where you can learn more about the community and its philosophy. End your day by visiting the Serenity Beach, a beautiful beach that is perfect for surfing and swimming.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Notre Dame des Anges (1 hour, free)
  • Bharathi Park (1 hour, free)
  • Gandhi Statue (30 minutes, free)
  • Matrimandir (2 hours, free)
  • Auroville Visitor's Centre (1 hour, free)
  • Serenity Beach (2 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $0
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