Excursions near by Pondicherry
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Relatively undiscovered by standards, the territory of Pondicherry offers its visitors mesmerizing beauties at every nook and corner. The excursions nearby Pondicherry are more so because there is the fun of going looking for them; this only adds more charms to them.
While Pondicherry had a good deal of attractions within its precincts, the excursions nearby Pondicherry should be a must on your itinerary during your trip to the territory.
The most popular destinations among the excursions nearby Pondicherry are the Auroville. Also called the 'City of Dawn', its construction began in the year 1968; but 30 years on, and the Auroville remained unfinished. A remnant of the French era, the Auroville stands as a testimony of unity of some 124 countries world wide along with 23 other Indian states.
The Arikamedu in Pondicherry is a reputed archeological site in the territory. It was at the Arikamedu that Wheeler began an excavation in the 1940s. From here has been unearthed several Roman artifacts. The area was said to be a famed port where Romans came to trade at. It was also an area where fishing and bread making made up the chief occupation of the people.
The Chunnambar is basically a beach in Pondicherry. Known for its mesmerizing
sunsets, the Chunnambar Beach allows other adventurous activities such as boating,
tree house living, trekking and swimming.