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Located 162 kilometers south of Tamil Nadu's capital of Chennai, Pondicherry is
a small but remarkable Union Territory of India. Still quite undiscovered by tourists,
much of the beauty of the territory originates from mystery and enchantment. Because
of its French colonial past, Pondicherry is often referred to as 'A little piece
of Medieval France in India'. As much French, as Indian in essence, Pondicherry
has numerous natural and historical excursion attractions nearby. Though there
are plenty of excursions nearby Pondicherry the three of the most important excursion
locations are Auroville, Arikamedu and Chunnambar.
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.
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