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  1. Jun 29, 2024 · It was formed in 1962 out of the four former colonies of French India: Pondicherry (now Puducherry) and Karaikal along India’s southeastern Coromandel Coast, surrounded by Tamil Nadu state; Yanam, farther north along the eastern coast in the delta region of the Godavari River, surrounded by Andhra Pradesh state; and Mahe, lying on the western ...

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  2. Jun 14, 2024 · Its draw is the massive Thillai Nataraja Temple, an exquisitely carved Chola-era complex dedicated to Nataraja (Hindu deity Shiva in his cosmic dancer form). A French-inflected town plonked down on the coast of Tamil Nadu, Puducherry (Pondicherry) is one of India’s most memorable destinations.

  3. 1 day ago · The river’s catchment area covers regions in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka, and the Union Territory of Pondicherry. Key tributaries that join the Cauvery include Harangi, Hemavati, Kabini, Suvarnavathi, and Bhavani. It remains perennial due to its dual reliance on both advancing and retreating monsoons for rainfall.

  4. Jun 14, 2024 · Explore Serenity Beach. Hop to Auroville. Enjoy Water Sports at Paradise Beach. Spiritual Aura at Sri Aurobindo Ashram. Discover the Pondicherry Museum. Visit to Botanical Garden. Boat Ride at Chunnambar Backwaters. Adventure fun at Karaikal Beach. Shopping at Goubert Market. Enjoy Nightlife at Asta. Explore the French Quarter.

  5. Jun 11, 2024 · Those headed to Pondy, as it is colloquially called, can expect a potpourri of experiences encompassing spiritual beaches, dynamic water sports, cafe hopping, and shopping trails. In this story, we round up the most beautiful places in Pondicherry that should be on your radar.

  6. 6 days ago · Pondicherry, or Puducherry, is a captivating coastal town on the southeastern coast of India. This quaint town has a history different from the rest of India making it a unique beach destination with cultural significance.

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  8. Jun 8, 2024 · Located at the confluence of the Bay of Bengal and the Chunnambar River, the scenic Paradise is one of the most popular beaches in Pondicherry. It's reached via a half-hour ferry ride through stunning backwaters lined with mangroves.