Pondicherry (Puducheri), or the capital of one of the union territory of Pondicherry, means 'the new settlement' as thic city was made when the French settlement decided to settle in these parts of India. The town of Pondicherry, fondly called as Pondy and three other cities of theree different states namely Karaikal (Tamil Nadu), Mahe (Kerala), and Yanam (Andhra Pradesh), is what makes today's Union Territory of Pondicherry. On the way to Pondicherry, one can view th natural beauty of the scenic Deccan plateau. Striking red soil and deep green vegetation, consisting mainly of cashew, palm and neem, combining to form a stunning landscape.

Pondicherry is an ideal getaway if one wants to getaway from the maddening crowds and rush of the city. Pondicherry is also famous for the Aurobindo Ashram, an international institution that teaches the practice of yoga. This city has always been one of the calm and quiet in comparison to other Indian cities. Pondicherry still offers exquisite hand made papers and pottery also one can enjoy the French flavor that has captivated this town for a long while know. The earliest description of the city of Pondicherry can be traced back to 2nd century B.C.

Pondicherry is situated on the Coromandel Coast, lcoated on India’s Eastern coastline

860 mm. (July to September)

Summer:   40 °C - 29 °C ;
Winter:       30°C - 24 °C

October to March.

Nearest airport is situated at Chennai, located 135-km from the city.

Pondicherry is connected with a meter gauge link with Chennai via Villupuram by the Pondicherry Express which is 36 km. from the city.

Pondicherry has a good network of roads, which connects it with most of South India.

Samadhi of Shri Aurobindo Ghosh, The Beach Road, Marie, French Institute, Ecole Francaise, Raj Niwas, Rue Dumas Street, Government Square, Auroville, Nehru Street, Duplex and the Botanical Gardens.