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Nearby Attractions in Pondicherry

Nearby Attractions in Pondicherry


Last Updated: 29/03/2012

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  • Arikamedu

    Pondicherry

    Distance from Pondicherry :8 km;

    This is a historic site which has revealed ancient Roman artifacts that are evidence of the thriving trade that existed between this region and ancient Europe. The site is located about 4 kilometers from Puducherry along the right bank of the Ariyankuppam River. Among the artifacts found here are Ro...

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  • Auroville

    Pondicherry

    Distance from Pondicherry :13 km;

    This is an experimental township located in the Viluppuram district in Tamilnadu, about 12 kilometers from Puducherry. It is one of the tourist spots that can be visited on excursions from Puducherry. The town was founded by Mirra Alfassa, popularly known as ‘mother’. She was the chief c...

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  • Chidambaram

    Pondicherry

    Distance from Pondicherry :66 km;

    Chidambaram is famous for the Nataraj temple which is dedicated to dancing, which is one of the prominent classical arts of South India. The chief deity here is Nataraja, the dancing form of Lord Shiva, one of trinity according to Hindu mythology. Details of the Natya Shastra, an ancient text dedica...

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  • Thiruvannamalai

    Pondicherry

    Distance from Pondicherry :88 km;

    This is another temple town located close to Puducherry. Situated about 107 kilometers from Puducherry this small place is famous for the Arunachaleshwara Temple. It holds special importance as one of the most prominent Shaivite temples in South India. Thiruvannamalai is also famous for the ashrama ...

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