Things to do in Puducherry
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Paradise Beach
This private beach provides a slice of idyllic tropical beauty at the meeting point of a river and the Indian Ocean.
Pondicherry Promenade Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Pondicherry Promenade Beach during your trip to Puducherry? Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.
Arulmigu Manakula Vinayagar Temple
Pilgrims flocks to this lively temple to say prayers at the sacred shrines devoted to the Hindu gods Lord Ganesh and Lord Murugan.
Sacred Heart of Jesus
The first and only basilica in Pondicherry is a masterpiece of neo-Gothic architecture that is adorned with superb stained glass.
Pondicherry Lighthouse
Learn about the local history of Puducherry with a stop at Pondicherry Lighthouse. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.
Botanical Gardens
Leave the noisy city streets behind and unwind in a peaceful haven of native flora and fauna.
French War Memorial
Enjoy an outing to French War Memorial during your stay in Puducherry. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.
Church of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception
Learn about the local history of Puducherry with a stop at Church of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
French Institute
Explore the campus of French Institute during your stay in Puducherry. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.
Areas of Puducherry
White Town
White Town is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Pondicherry Promenade Beach and Pondicherry Lighthouse.
Pondicherry Beach
Travelers like the monuments in Pondicherry Beach, and Pondicherry Lighthouse is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Heritage Town
Visitors to Heritage Town enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Kanniga Parameswari Temple is worth a stop.
Balamurugan Nagar
While Balamurugan Nagar isn't home to many top sights, Sacred Heart of Jesus and Botanical Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby.
Bharathidasan Nagar
Though Bharathidasan Nagar might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ousteri Lake and Botanical Gardens.
Mothilal Nagar
While there might not be top attractions in Mothilal Nagar, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ousteri Lake and Sacred Heart of Jesus.
