The ghost town of Dhanushkodi, the wildly-charming Periyar, the uber Chennai or the much-revered Rameshwaram—there is a good number of places to visit around Pondicherry. For the ones looking for more options, Bangalore, Mahabalipuram, Kodaikanal and Kanyakumari are just a drive away as well. Though Pondicherry has enough to keep you hooked, these places make for interesting getaways for those keen on exploring the southern parts of India.
WEEKEND GETAWAYS FROM PONDICHERRY
Auroville
Auroville, an experimental town spread over some 20 sq km, was founded at the behest of the Mother. Also known as the City of Dawn, it aims at sustai...
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Culture, adventure, nature, religious, heritage and more—the places to visit near Pondicherry have everything on offer. While Chennai, just a short dr...
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Once a bustling port town, Mahabalipuram draws visitors because of its ancient temples and beautiful beach. Deemed a UNESCO World Heritage site, it ha...
3FEATUREDPeriyar National Park
Periyar National Park is a protected area in the districts of Idukki and Pathanamthitta in Kerala, south India. Famous as an elephant and tiger reserv...
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