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Pondicherry
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Description
Formally a French colony which has settled in the early part
of the 18th century. Places of interest are Sri Aurobindo Ashram
Auroville - the brain child of the mother and designed by French
Architect roger Anger, Auro Ville was meant to be an experiment
in international living where man and women could live in peace
and progress harmony with each other above all creeds.
The beach-comber and the sun-worshipper have miles of nirvana
in Pondicherry. The waters are cool and soothing. The sands
clear and sparkling. In splendid seclusion. Quite often, your
only company is a lone seagull. Or a sandpiper. Many resorts,
cottages, cafes and bars command an excellent view of the sea.
Best Time to Visit
October to February is a great time to visit Pondicherry
Activities
Marvel at the fusion of French and Indian culture in Pondicherry,
a beautiful calm and clean seaside town. On one side of the
now covered canal is French Town, the genteel European Quarter
with impressive colonial buildings and grand churches, particularly
the 300 year old Church of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception;
the church to Our Lady of Angels with a famous oil painting
gifted by Napoleon III; and the gothic Sacred Heart Church with
stained glass panels about the life of Christ. Stroll around
the Botanical Gardens, admire the exotic ornamental fish at
the aquarium, enjoy the doll collection at the Jawahar Toy Museum,
and browse through the Pondicherry Museum with its art collection,
Pallava sculptures, handicraft, weaponry and interesting odds
and ends. When you have had your fill of the French side of
town, move over to the other side of the canal with its strong
Indian colours and flavours the streets lined with homes, shops
and the many temples dedicated to Lord Ganesha. The Manakula
Vinayagar temple has a golden dome and a collection of 40 beautiful
friezes.
Places Nearby
Auroville: 10 kms away is Auroville, an unique experiment in
communal living and was conceived of, by the Mother, as an Universal
Town, where people from different nationalities, faiths and
beliefs, can live in peace and harmony.
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Packages |
Hotel
Promenade
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02
Nights / 03 Days
Valid till 30th September'2009 |
Package
Type
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Package Cost |
Deluxe Room
Sea Facing Room
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| Weekdays |
Weekends |
INR 9,999
INR 11,999 |
INR 11,499
INR 12,999 |
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Package
Includes
- Breakfast on a buffet basis.
- Accommodation in the room chosen for 2 nights / 3 days.
- All taxes are included |
Notes
- Cancellation / Refund rules apply as per Hotel policy.
- The Package Costs are subject to change without prior
notice as per Hotel policy.
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Hotel
Le Dupleix
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02
Nights / 03 Days
Valid till 30th September'2009 |
Package
Type
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Package Cost |
Deluxe Suite
Luxury Penthouse |
| Weekdays |
Weekends |
INR 11,499
INR 14,999
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INR 12,999
INR 16,999 |
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Package
Includes
- Breakfast on a buffet basis.
- Non-alcoholic welcome drink on arrival.
- Accommodation in the room chosen for 2 nights / 3 days.
- All taxes are included |
Notes
- Cancellation / Refund rules apply as per Hotel policy.
- The Package Costs are subject to change without prior
notice as per Hotel policy.
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Hotel
Anandha Inn
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02
Nights / 03 Days
Valid till 30th September'2009 |
Package
Type
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Package Cost |
Standard
Room
Executive Room
Deluxe Suite
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INR 6,500
INR 8,700
INR 10,400 |
Package
Includes
- Breakfast on a buffet basis.
- Non-alcoholic welcome drink on arrival.
- Accommodation in the room chosen for 2 nights / 3 days.
- All taxes are included |
Notes
- Cancellation / Refund rules apply as per Hotel policy.
- The Package Costs are subject to change without prior
notice as per Hotel policy.
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