We may take the small seaside town, calm coloured colonial houses, the aroma of fresh croissants and the scent of South Indian spices, the touch of the waves on a quiet seaside promontory. Pondicherry is renamed Puducherry, which is one of the most beautiful and peculiar tourist destinations in India. Puducherry is a wonderful blend of simplicity, tradition and elegance of France and Indian culture that gives a fresh breath to the travelers and surrounds them in the air of calm, culture, spirituality as well as beauty of nature.
Puducherry is located along the sea coast of southeastern India bordering the Bay of Bengal, which was at one time a colony of the French and this impact is still evident in its architecture, food, language and way of life. The city is a slow-paced town that encourages the visitor to transform, take a deep breath, and savor the moment. You may want to go on a romantic trip, a religious trip, a cultural trip, or just a nice beach trip. Puducherry is ready to greet you with a warm and gracious welcome.
The other exciting fact is that Namaskar India Tour provides carefully designed Puducherry tour packages which allow the traveler to have a comfortable and educative touring experience. The itineraries, well thought, quality accommodation, professional local guidance and hassle-free travel arrangements make everything in your trip to be easy and unforgettable.

Exploring White Town – The French Quarter

The very core of Puducherry is its French quarter or more popularly its White Town. This neighbourhood is also known with its colonial-era villas that are painted in pastel colours, boulevards that are lined with trees, ornamented balconies, and quaint cafes. The experience of walking in these streets is like entering a European town by the coast and is accompanied with the warmth of India.
Promenade Beach is one of the best attractions here. This is a picturesque park that is stretched along the Bay of Bengal and is ideal to walk in the morning and enjoy the peaceful nights. The sound of waves, cool sea air and the golden views of the sunrise are enough to make it an extremely relaxing experience. The town also has historical landmarks such as the Mahatma Gandhi statue and the French War Memorial which are evident in the promenade. There are also art galleries, heritage churches, boutique stores and comfortable cafes in White Town that can serve both the French and Indian delicacies. The mixing of cultures can be seen everywhere and this place is the heart of Puducherry.

Sri Aurobindo Ashram – A Spiritual Sanctuary

Puducherry cannot be complete without a trip to Sri Aurobindo Ashram just to enjoy the tranquility there. The ashram is among the most recognized spiritual centers in India founded by a philosopher and yogi Sri Aurobindo. Tourists all over the world visit the place in search of inner peace, meditation and self discovery. The silence of the courtyard, and the use of white flowers and marble buildings promote silence and meditation. The ashram propagates the philosophy of integral yoga and spiritual development and this makes the environment calm and positive.
Visiting this place will help the tourists to forget their hectic schedules and rediscover themselves within a peaceful setting.

Auroville – The City of Universal Harmony

There is an experimental township of Auroville, a mere drive away at the border of Puducherry, which was established based on the principle of human unity. Different nationalities and cultures co-exist in this country, moving towards sustainable living and spiritual growth. Auroville has a main attraction in the Matrimandir which is a well decorated golden sphere that is shaped like a meditation center. Located in quiet gardens and open lands, Auroville provides its visitors with a distinctive experience related to harmony, environmental friendliness, and conscious living. Not only is it a tourist attraction in Puducherry, but also an illustration of the world coming together and working together.

Beaches of Puducherry – Relaxation by the Sea

Puducherry is a gifted state, which has serene beaches that offer the perfect remedy to the hectic urban life. Besides Promenade Beach, there is Serenity Beach that is relatively quiet and has soft sands, and there is the Paradise Beach that can be visited through boat, and that is characterized by crystal clear waters. They are the best places to visit Puducherry and have a relaxing stroll, photography and sun bathing and maybe have a relaxing feel of the smooth rhythm of the sea. Puducherry is a great place to be in with its peaceful environment preferred by couples, families, as well as individuals.

Chunnambar Backwaters – Nature’s Calm Beauty

Scenic Chunnambar Boat House provides a scenic boating experience to the visitors on peaceful backwaters and with the green vegetation. Rides on boats will normally take you to Paradise Beach where you can have some adventure in your coastal tour. The soft movement of water, fresh air and natural environment put a refreshing effect on nature lovers and those who also love taking pictures.

Culture, Heritage, and Café Life

The culture of Puducherry is the harmonious fusion of Tamil culture and of the French influence. There are also festivals like Bastille day which are celebrated gleefully, as well as Indian festivals like Diwali and Pongal. The churches, temples, and colonial buildings of the town are built next to each other, which represents unity and diversity.
Puducherry is particularly known for its cafe culture. White Town has cozy cafes that offer freshly baked pastries, croissants, baguettes and scented coffee. Meanwhile, the classic South Indian cuisine, i.e. dosa, idli, and sambar, are readily accessible. This is because eating here is a pleasurable experience due to the fusion cuisine (the French techniques and the Indian flavors).
Seafood lovers are offered the opportunity to taste freshly made fish curries and sea foods that should be representative of the seaside culture of the town.

Best Time to Visit Puducherry

October to March: It is the best time to visit Puducherry as the weather is pleasant and is conducive to exploring the place, visiting the beach, and going outdoors.
April to June: There are warm summers, but evenings are pleasant with sea breezes.
July to September: The monsoon years introduce greenery and freshness although rainfall might fall at times.

Why Choose Namaskar India Tour for Puducherry?

Welcome to Namaskar India Tour, which can make your trip to Puducherry a nice, safe and well planned one. In our Puducherry tour packages, we will take care of heritage accommodation, guided sightseeing in the White town, sightseeing in Sri Aurobindo Ashram and Auroville, beaches, and convenient travelling facilities.
Puducherry is a special and refreshing experience whether you are on a romantic holiday, peaceful spiritual experience, cultural discovery or a relaxing and Time out in Coastal holidays. Not only will it remain with you even after you are through but it is also a feeling of relaxation and beauty that lingers on. Your Puducherry tour will be a precious memory that you will always hold dear to your heart with the help of professional planning and careful service.