If you’d prefer a bit more independence, bicycles and scooters are also widely available to rent from outfits such as JP Two Wheeler. The golden Matrimandir in nearby Auroville draws pilgrims from around the w
13. Day trip to Mamallapuram A day trip to Mamallapuram (also known as Mahabalipuram) from Pondicherry offers a perfect blend of historical exploration, scenic coastal views, and cultural immersion. I think Mamallapuram was my favourite place in the whole of Tamil Nadu, so yeh, don’t miss vi...