Pondicherry: The Union territory of Pondicherry is situated
at around 160kms from Chennai. Being a former French colony, it
exudes a Mediterranean aura and is famous for the Sri Aurobindo
Ashram, one of the most well known ashrams in India with devotees
from all over the world, and its offshoot Auroville. Pondicherry is also famous for its pristine beaches and its French town ensconced
with French style architecture and boutiques.