A perfect getaway near Hyderabad I must say. Pondicherry is all about exploring French and South Indian cuisine, peace, and love. And yes it is one of the best places to chill and relax.
How to Reach ??
You can directly reach Pondicherry by flight but this can be a little expensive. The other way is to reach Chennai airport and then take a cab which costs around 2500 from Chennai Airport to White Town. For a budget trip you can also book a bus from Chennai which costs around 500 to 800 rs per person Plus point of reaching Chennai is you can have an amazing breakfast at Saravana Bhavan and you can also visit Mahabalipuram on the way.
Where to Stay?
Staying is very cheap in Pondicherry. I just booked a place from OYO called Ravi Krishna which is in the city center and charges 1000 rs per night excluding breakfast which was a decent and clean place to stay. You can also find small homestays and guest houses over there. Who needs a breakfast inclusive when there are a lot of good restaurants to explore?
List Places to explore
- Paradise Beach
- Promenade Beach
- French Colony
- Maitree Mandir
- White Town
Paradise Beach
Must visit restaurants/Cafe’s in Pondicherry.
- Cafe Xtasi
- Bakers Street
- Bread And Chocolate
- Auroville Bakery
- Le Chateau
- Suruguru
What to shop ??
If you are a person who loves baking then Pondi is a place where you will get amazing baking utensils at a very cheap price Pondicherry is also good for some handicraft items If you are lucky You will find an expo next to Promenade Beach which has amazing handicrafts at half the market price.
Some Food Photography
Some food exploration at Bakers Street.
Breakfast at Sarvana Bhavan
Baked vegetables with Cajun Rice.
Neha Manavi 