Another long weekend in Pondicherry. Whether you’re a local resident or tourist, take some time to enjoy this long weekend. Here are our top picks for what to do in Pondicherry & Auroville.
1. Check out beautiful pottery from all over India
Admire and shop for ceramics and stoneware from 30 potters from all over India– table ware, sculptures, jewellery and more
WHERE: Visitors Centre, Auroville
WHEN: Jan 24, 25 & 26, 11 am – 6 pm
Entry Free
2. Spend time floating away on a lagoon or riding the waves
Choose from 3 sailboat rides offered by Pondicherry Sailing Association based on your comfort and budget. Want a short sweet ride? Opt for the Caravelle sailboat. Want to tackle the waves and learn the basics of sailing a boat ? Sign up for the 2 hour session on a championship sailboat. Want something in between? Climb aboard the J80 boat and cruise around the lagoon for an hour.
Pro Tip: Go for the sunset ride ! Full details here
WHERE: Thengathittu Estuary near Old Harbour (10 minutes from Town area)
WHEN: Jan 23, 24, 25 & 26
Cost: Rs. 500- 2000 per head . Refer’ PondyLive ‘ for 5 % discount and group discounts
Contact for enquiries/ booking: 98940 42756
3. Discover something new made in Pondy or Auroville
Do you know about the finest and exclusive things made in Pondicherry? From stationery to soaps, pottery to paper , designer clothes to jewellery, this weekend find them when you walk into one of the stores featured under ‘ Made in Pondy’ initiative. Show your support for these local brands and take away something made in Pondy/ Auroville to cherish forever. This experience falls under the Pondicherry Heritage Festival.
WHEN: January 22 – February 21
WHERE: Find full list of outlets here .
4. Experience an open-air interactive audio visual treat
Experience SOMNI a unique interactive audiovisual experience brought to you by Āyāhi, an experiential art atelier. Walk through a magical garden, play with a field of fireflies from a distance, create music with a flick of a hand, or just enjoy and capture memories in a photogenic scene of lights. SOMNI is a one of a kind interactive walkway of light, sound, and movement.
WHEN: January 22 – 24
WHERE: Aurodhan Gardens, Papammal Koil Street, Vaithikuppam
Entry is Free but registration mandatory: https://www.ayahi.in/somni
5. Sample seafood at Pondy’s newest seafood restaurant
Pondy has a new exclusive seafood restaurant : The Wildfish Bistro that promises to serve freshly caught seafood tastefully prepared for dinner everyday! Savour your favourite seafood prepared French, Indian or Creole style
WHEN: From 7 pm onwards
WHERE: Wildfish Bistro, The Promenade
CONTACT: 0413-2227750 for reservations
Other events to check out this long weekend in Pondicherry include a brownie festival, a stand up comedy show, an exhibition featuring old maps of Pondicherry etc. Check below for details. Follow PondyLive on Facebook and instagram for event coverage and updates.
