Pondicherry the little Union Territory lies in the eastern side of the Indian Peninsula. The land boasts of a rich past. The legend has it that Pondicherry was the abode of ancient sage Agastya. Apart from the myths, remnants of an ancient port and discovery Chola coins prove its past glories.
The history of modern Pondicherry began with the arrival of the French in 1673. it became a part of Indian Union in 1954.
Before you travel to Pondicherry, Travel.mapsofindia brings you some useful facts:
| Location | Southern part of India on the Coromandel Coast of the Bay of Bengal Bounded by Tamil Nadu on the North, West and South |
| Latitude | Between 11°46' and 12°30' of North |
| Longitude | Between 79°36' and 79°52' of East |
| Area | 492 Sqkms |
| Climate | Warm throughout the year |
| Max Temperature | 31.5°C |
| Min Temperature | 23.9°C |
| Average Annual Rainfall | 130 cms |
| Capital | Pondicherry |
| Population | 973829 |
| Languages | Tamil, English, French, Telugu and Malayalam |
| Religion | Hindus, Christians, Muslims and very few Jains, Sikhs and Buddhists |
| Best Time to Visit | October to March |
| Clothing | Cottons throughout the year |
The land does not promise a stock of monuments as you travel to Pondicherry. Despite being a seaside resort, it is different from typical beach resorts.
This is a place where history still lingers in its buildings and boulevards. The French legacy is evident in its landscaped town and imposing churches. People travel to Pondicherry because of its ambience.
Let you hair down where the turquoise seawater kisses the glistening sands every now and then. Listen to the whistling palms and watch the seagulls.
Pay a visit to Auroville, the Ashram of Sri Aurobindo, and find a peaceful and harmonious way of life. Today, it is home to people from all corners of the world who travel to Pondicherry to seek peace and solitude through an alternative way of life.
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