Here’s more on the Places to See In Puducherry

Puducherry [formerly known as Pondicherry] is a quaint little union territory located in South India. This place was under the French rule until 1954, and even now one can find many French speaking individuals in this place. This union territory is famous internationally due to the renowned Sri Aurobindo Ashram that attracts a large number of spiritually inclined visitors. At Puducherry one can find a slight reflection of the faded colonial era with a unique bohemian vibe.  By booking a budget travel package to Puducherry, one can enjoy the serenity of this beautiful place at the most economical price range. 

Here are few of the things one must see while visiting Puducherry : 

· Aurobindo Ashram: Founded in 1926 by Sri Aurobindo and The Mother, this ashram is visited by thousands of people from all over the world. The Ashram houses the Samadhi of its founding members, who were renowned spiritual leaders. There is an exceptional library and innovative craft centers present in this Ashram. There are a variety of things, right from perfumes to Ayurvedic medicines,that are made in these craft centers.

· Auroville : One of the most popular tourist spots of southern India, Auroville was founded in the year of 1968 by the French spiritual leader Mirra Alfassa, who was lovingly regarded as ‘The Mother’ by her followers. The main attraction of this town is the Matrimandir, which is a contemporary, spherical shaped temple that is covered in gold disks. Auroville also has a beautiful botanical garden that protects the tropical evergreen forests of the region. A person can also find a long sandy beach here with gentle surf. 

· Notre Dame des Anges: Built near the sea beach, this church presents a fine example of French architecture.  Completed in the year 1855, the two elegantly unembellished towers of the church complement its attractive orange-pink domed exterior. 

· Aayi Mandapam: The Park Monument, locally known as Aayi Mandapam, is a serene white monument in Pondicherry that was built during the time of the Napoleon III, who was an Emperor of France. This monument was named after a courtesan called Avi, who had destroyed her own house in order to build a water revoir for the city. ‘

· Manakula Vinayagar Temple : Dedicated to Lord Ganesha, this temple is a popular pilgrimage site for the people of India. This is an ancient temple that has been there since the time of French rule in Puducherry. Pilgrims from near and far come here to get a head pat from the temple elephant and seek the blessings of Lord Ganesha. The 18 feet gold plated kodikambam in this temple is a spectacular architectural highlight

These were few of the places one should definitely see while visiting Puducherry.  By booking a holiday package from one of the best travel agencies in India, one can fully enjoy a relaxing holiday in this heavenly place.