Pondicherry Reviews

Overview of the destination
I along with my wife visited Pondy after it was referred to us by some of my friends. Initially I was bit sceptic after going thru net as Pondicherry didn?t have much to offer. But we were mistaken, if you love sitting by sea side and enjoy sea breeze this is THE place. Nice people and crowd are also decent. One can find lots of foreigners about Aurovindo ashram

Food, sight-seeing and shopping
Go to Auroville a must. Unique temple they are constructing is awesome. For those who hate idol worshipping & temple crowd et al this is marvellous. There is a secluded beach near Auroville where you can enjoy swimming and find lots of foreigners sunbathing tanning themselves. One can also indulge in shopping-handicrafts, clothes.

Activities & things to do
Auroville is a must. The main beach offers you a serene milieu facing opp French colony, just sit on any of the rocks holding your beloved hands & enjoy the sea breeze. Aurovindo ashram is another place one can go. Dont go to botanical garden - waste act.

Travel tips, How to reach, travel warnings etc.
Stayed in Jayaram hotel. Nice and maintained well though food was strictly veg and south Indian touch. But lots of joints offering diff cuisine. avoid peak summers.350 km from banglore,6 hrs drive.