10 Sights & Landmarks in Pondicherry That You Shouldn't Miss

July 22, 2021 Agatha Simes

Pondicherry’s bougainvilleas, crumbling cathedrals and leafy boulevards might occasionally make you wonder if you’re in the south of France instead of a former French colony. But it's also unmistakably Indian, with colorful festivals, the famous monument of Aayi Mandapam, and the Sri Aurobindo Ashram. Quiet beaches stretch north and south from town, good for swimming and sunrise strolls.
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1. Arulmigu Manakula Vinayagar Temple

Manakula Vinyanagar, Pondicherry India +91 413 233 6544 http://manakulavinayagartemple.com/
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4.5 based on 1,562 reviews

Arulmigu Manakula Vinayagar Temple

Reviewed By Jaykann - Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

Temple situated in middle of white town and nust to do in town. Gracious lord Ganesha island huge temple complex surrounded by. Beautiful golden chariot is there as well. They do have carnatic music concert in evenings during important festival dates. On average you can spend 45 minutes to one hour inside the temple. Plan in the evening as as temple glows with lights.

2. Varadaraja Perumal Temple

Thiyagaraja Street, Pondicherry 605001 India
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4.5 based on 128 reviews

Varadaraja Perumal Temple

Reviewed By MMTours777 - Vasai, India

If you are a Hindu and like visiting temples make sure you visit the temple for the wonderful idols of Lord Ganesha.

3. The Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus

Mahatma Gandhi Road Sacred Heart Square, Pondicherry 605001 India +91 413 222 8916 http://www.pondytourism.in/iconics-innerpage.php?id=18&district=Puducherry&category=194
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4.5 based on 947 reviews

The Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus

Reviewed By travellordorco - New Delhi, India

Excellent old church with towering high spires just opposite to the railway station. Altar is aesthetically done. The Gothic style 100-year-old church with some rare stained glass paintings of the 28 saints who were related to the devotion of Sacred Heart of Jesus, is one of the churches tourists visit often and is a famous pilgrimage site for Christians. The red and white-bricked walls reminded me of my primary school days - the Sacred Heart School. Visit to churches is a true reminiscent of so many childhood days. Right at the entrance are inscribed these degrees: "I will sanctify this place, for my heart is here." Cheers to life!!

4. INTACH Heritage Centre

62 Rue Aurobindo Street, Pondicherry 605001 India +91 413 222 5991
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4.5 based on 55 reviews

INTACH Heritage Centre

Reviewed By Deadman17 - Mumbai, India

This is the place which lists down what all restorations have been done in and around Pondicherry. In a way it takes us back to olden times and shows what Pondicherry really was - a quiet sea side holiday town, long before the excellent connectivity with neighbouring cities transformed it into a weekend holiday destination. The place helps us connect the past of Pondicherry with the present.

5. Vedapureeswarar Temple, Puducherry

Heritage Town Mahatma Gandhi Road Near Sri Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Pondicherry 605001 India +91 413 233 6686
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4.5 based on 12 reviews

Vedapureeswarar Temple, Puducherry

Reviewed By skaypee - Bengaluru, India

An old and famous Lord Siva Temple in Pondicherry. The Lord is worshipped in the form of Lingam. The paintings inside the temple is a treat. There is a pond on the back side of the temple. The other dieties include Vinayaka, Durga, Sani, Navagraha etc. Housed in a massive area, and near to Varadaraja Perumal Temple, it is a must worship place for those who are visiting Pondicherry.

6. Sri Ayyappa Swamy Temple

Karunanidhi street bharathipuram , Puducherry, Pondicherry 605011 India +91 413 222 4747 [email protected] http://www.sriayyappatemplepondicherrry.org
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4.5 based on 3 reviews

Sri Ayyappa Swamy Temple

The poojas (religious practices) in the temple are performed as per the rules in Sabarimala, the difference being that the Sabarimala temple is open only on specific days in a year, while Sri Ayyappa Swamy Temple Pondicherry, Puduvai Sri Iyappa Seva Sangam temple is open to devotees throughout the year. * Women of all age groups being allowed into the Sri Ayyappa Swamy Temple Pondicherry

7. Pondicherry Lighthouse

Dubrayapet, Pondicherry 605004 India
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4.5 based on 16 reviews

Pondicherry Lighthouse

Reviewed By HarishInani - Bengaluru, India

This light house beach is situated nearby to the beach. You could see the places nearby and visit few sea shores nearby. The view from here is v pretty.

8. Sri Aurobindo Ashram

Rue de la Marine, Pondicherry India +91 413 223 3649 http://www.sriaurobindoashram.org/
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4.0 based on 700 reviews

Sri Aurobindo Ashram

Reviewed By suryaigidr - Mumbai, India

A spiritual experience sans any parallel. Ashram has stores where one could buy books on spirituality and photos of Mother and Shri Aurobindo. Quite an experience.

9. Kanniga Parameswari Temple

MG Road, Pondicherry India http://www.pondytourism.in/iconics-innerpage.php?id=23&district=Puducherry&category=198
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4.0 based on 26 reviews

Kanniga Parameswari Temple

10. Seaside Promenade

Pondicherry 605001 India
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4.0 based on 3,016 reviews

Seaside Promenade

Reviewed By medysurya - Bengaluru, India

Great place to walk along the sea with lovely buildings on the other side without vehicular traffic particularly during late evening very safe and simply superb

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