The top stops along the way from Pondicherry to Chennai (Madras) (with short detours) are Marina Beach, Promenade Beach, and Group of Monuments at Mahabalipuram. Other popular stops include Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Paradise Beach Puducherry, and Mahabalipuram Shore Temple.
Pondicherry (or Puducherry), a French colonial settlement in India until 1954, is now a Union Territory town bounded by the southeastern Tamil Nadu state. Its French legacy is preserved in its French Quarter, with tree-lined streets, mustard-colored colonial villas and chic boutiques. A seaside promenade runs along the Bay of Bengal and passes several statues, including a 4m-high Gandhi Memorial.
Pondicherry, also known as Puducherry, can be a budget-friendly destination or an expensive one, depending on your travel style and preferences.
