While
other parts of Indian Society is more or less has influenced by the British
Culture, Pondicherry symbolized the french influence in India. Pondicherry
is placed 160 Km south of Madras. It is said that Agastya Muni once had his
ashram here. Puducherry, which means "New village”has changed into
Pondicherry with the due course of time. This place is famously known as “The
French Riviera of the East”.
Attractions
Pondicherry is famous as there Sri Aurovindo Ashram Situated. This ashram
is founded by Sri Aurovindo in 1940.The ultimate goal of ashram is to build
up self development or self sufficient institution for humanity through
knowledge-devotion-service.
The Varadaraja Temple is the most important Vishnu temple in town and is
located just west of Gandhi road.
After the death of the Sri Aurovindo “Sri Aurovindo International
Education centre” is founded on his thoughts and ideas on education.
The clam and serene beach goes along the eastern side of the city.
Auroville based just ten km away form the Pondicherry main town. This ville
is based on the model of
an universal town with different nationalities, faiths and beliefs. The
Chief attraction of the Auroville is the globed shapes Matri Mandir.
How to reach :
» Air: Chennai airport is 135 kms from Pondicherry.
Through Chennai airport Pondicherry is directly connected to Europe, Asian,
Middle East and the US. For the domestic Destinations too it has ample
amount of flights.
» Rail: Nearest railway station is Villupuram (36
kms), which connects Pondicherry to Chennai and Madurai/Trivandrum
» Road:The best way of going Pondicherry from
Chennai, Bangalore is by taxi or bus. Buses runs on a regular basis.
IIt
is laced 54 Km to the south west of the Tanjore. It is positioned in between
the Sevaroi and Palani Hills. There is a myth that the name Trichy was named
after 3 headed Demon Trisira.This flourishing mercantile centre,
Tiruchirappalli is well known for its educational institutions, industries
and temples. This is a famous tourist spot. Rock Fort and Ranganath Swami
Temple in Sree Rangaram are two prime Attraction For the tourists and
Pilgrimage.
Attractions
There is a Cave temple Of Pallav era which is also popular for its
sculptural uniqueness. Ascending to the cave temple one will find Bell Tower
.The biggest temple in South India is Sree Ranganath Swami Temple having the
area of 250 hectaresof land in an island. The famous Baikuntha Ekadashi
Festival is held here for 9days from 15th Dec to 25 December. The grand
Anicut Barrage is on the Trichi -Tanjore high way. It is a stone wall
Barrage constructed by a Chola King in 11th century.
How to reach
» Air: Tiruchirappalli airport has regular flights
to Chennai, Sharjah, Kuwait and Colombo.
» Rail: With Chennai, Thanjavur, Madurai, Tirupati,
Tuticorin and Rameshwaram Tiruchirappalli is connected by meter gauge
railways .Bangalore, Coimbatore, Mysore, Kochi, Kanyakumarai and Mangalore
has connectivity with Tiruchirapalli on the broad gauge.
Despite
of the mad rush of the tourist Mahabalipuram warms heart with its
hospitality. Its pictorial beauty, heritage, good beaches, good sea food and
a carefree atmosphere all attracts umpteen visitors.
Attractions
Caves Temples Beaches are main attraction of this place. Varaha cave and
Tiger cave these two are the most famous cave amongst all. There are a group
of gigantic Rath structures in the southern Mahabalipuram which also
attracts lots of attention. One of the oldest Rock -cut Temple is Krishna
Temple. Shore Temple is a inexpressible attraction of Mahabalipuram. It is
believed that this templed Stans alone in the Sea sore and guard the coastal
life. Even for excursion there are plenty of options available in
Mahabalipuram like Cove long,Crocodile Bank,Muttukadu.
How to reach
» Air : Chennai airport is just60 Km away
» Rail : Chengalpattu ,the nearest airport is just
60Km away,
» Road : Chennai airport is just 60 Km away.
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