How should you spend and where should you stay in your 3 days in Pondicherry?

Pondicherry, officially known as Puducherry, and commonly referred to as just Pondy, is one of the seven Union Territories of India. This former French colony is a perfect amalgamation of the traditional Indian sensibilities and French architecture, making it a dreamy escape that offers the best of both worlds. Here are some of the famous places to spend your leisure time.

1. Paradise beach

Paradise beach or Plage Paradiso is one of the famous tourist destinations in Pondicherry. With the glittering golden sand, the paradise beach is the best place to take a stroll. This is a little-isolated beach, and to reach here, you have to take a ferry across the backwaters, which takes around 20-30 minutes.  Spend your time in the most beautiful spot in Pondicherry as you feel one with nature.

2. Rock beach

Rock beach is also known as The popular “Pondicherry beach” and the symbol of French civilization and also the most attractive spot in the entire Pondicherry. There are other tourist places near rock beach which are at walking distance like the French War Memorial, Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, Aurobindo Ashram, Gandhi Statue, Statue of Duplex. This beach is ideal to take a morning or evening walk. Moreover, it is located at a distance of 16.7 km from the luxurious Ocean Spray resort.

3. Matrimandir

 Established by The Mother of the Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Matrimandir is situated in a large open space called Peace. It is called the soul of the city and considered to be the place for Internal Yoga. Visits to Matrimandir are free of cost. Matrimandir is more than just a tourist attraction. In addition, it is located at a trivial distance of 16.4 km from the Ocean Spray resort.

4. Aurobindo Ashram

If you ever want to engross yourself in immense spirituality, a visit to Aurobindo ashram is a must. It is a very peaceful and divine place in Pondicherry. The ashram was founded by Mirra Alfassa (also known as ‘The Mother’) and the philosopher Sri Aurobindo, a yogi, guru and poet. Ashram also houses stores where one could buy books on spirituality, meditation, and photos of Mother and Shri Aurobindo.  

If you are planning to stay at one of the beautiful beachfront hotels in Pondicherry, then this is it! Choose Ocean Spray, one of the Best Beach Resorts In Pondicherry that houses wonderful multi-cuisine restaurant and beautifully decorated accommodations. Courteous hospitality, wonderful food, and pleasant ambience all together make the resort one of the best 5 Star Hotels in Pondicherry.