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RUE LALLY TOLLENDAL RUE DE LA MARINE RUE JAWAHARLAL NEHRU NEHRU STREET G F E D C B MAP - 01 PONDICHERRY / PUDUCHERRY / PONDY RUE DR. AMBEDKHAR RUE AKKASAMY MADAM RUE SANGARADASS RUE THIAGARAJA SV PATEL SALAI (NORTH BOULEVARD 38 47 RUE PERUMAL KOIL RUE MUTHU MARIAMMAN KOIL BAY OF BENGAL 19 17 RUE ISVARAN DHARMARAJA KOIL RUE KAMATCHI AMMAN KOIL RUE SRI AUROBINDO RUE CALVE SUBARAYA CHETTY (or) RUE VYSIAL GOUBERT AVENUE (BEACH ROAD) 3 01 26 RUE CALATHISVARAN KOIL RUE AMBALATHADAYAR MADAM RUE LAW DE LAURISTON RUE BARATHI RUE SAINT MARTIN RUE DE LA COMPAGNIE 51 27 16 RUE SAINT LOUIS RUE MANUKKULA VINAYAGAR KOIL RUE JAWAHARLAL NEHRU GANDHI STATUE 9 5 4 2 RUE CANTEEN RUE CANTEEN 29 50 RUE BELLECOMBE 51 RUE DESBASSYNS DE RICHEMONT 39 RUE DUPPY 46 RUE MAHATMA GANDHI @ MG ROAD 28 42 36 RAJ NIVAS 52 13 10 22 BHARATI PARK 35 RUE DE LA CATHEDRALE @ RUE DIAGOU MOUDALIAR RUE ANANDA RANGAPILLAI RUE VELLALA RUE NEEDARAJAPPA YAR 49 A ANNA SALAI (WEST BOULEVARD) 1 2 3 4 5 6
RUE SAINT THERESE RUE DE LA CASERINE RUE SURCOUF RUE CANDAPPA MUDALIAR RUE PONNIAH KUTTY RUE DU BAZAR SAINT LAURENT RUE TIPU SAHIB RUE SHAGY RUE RAJA SINGH MAP - 01 PONDICHERRY / PUDUCHERRY / PONDY ST. ANGE ROAD 15 11 RUE MAHE DE LABOURDONNAIS LE CAFÉ BAY OF BENGAL 43 12 7 18 24 34 RUE VICTOR SIMONEL 45 37 41 44 RUE SUFFREN NSC BOSE ROAD (or) GINGEE SALAI HM KASIM SALAI (OR) AMBOUR SALAI RUE CAPITAINE MARIUS XAVIER RUE MISSION RUE PETIT RUE SAVARI RAYALU MG ROAD RUE LAPORTE RUE MONTORSIER RUE BARATHI RUE DUMAS RUE ROMAIN ROLLAND 55 56 48 30 37 RUE BUSSY (LAL BAHADUR SHASTRI ST) 30 BAY OF BENGAL 14 32 33 48 RUE INGASI MAISTRY 53 RUE ELLAIAMMAN KOIL RUE YANAM VENGADASALAM PILLAI RUE BERGERS RUE THILLAI MAISTRY RUE LABOURDONNAIS RUE KAZY RUE MULLA RUE JEEVANANDAM RUE VOC 53 RUE BADER SAHIB RUE MILADRUE CHANDA SAHIB 25 RUE RAMARAJA SUBBAIYA SALAI (SOUTH BOULEVARD) W 6 FRENCH QUARTER TAMIL QUARTER G S F E D C B RUE CHINNA SUBBARAYAPILLAI ANNA SALAI (WEST BOULEVARD) 23 BOTANICAL GARDEN A 6 7 8 9 10
Map LEGENDS General Church Temple Mosque Hospital Police Station Petrol Station Commercial Streets Street Scapes 1 Ashram Post Office F 4 2 Central Telegraph Off. F 5 3 Chief Secretariat G 4 4 Head Post Office F 5 5 Legislative Assembly F 5 6 Railway Station D 10 7 Tourist Information G 7 8 New Bus Stand MAP 2 Monuments 9 Gandhi Statue G 5 10 Aayi Mandapam F 5 11 French War Memorial G 6 12 Joan of Arc G 7 13 Old Light House G 5 MAP 2 PONDICHERRY INDUSTRIAL PROMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT & INVESTMENT CORPORATION WAY TO TINDIVANAM WAY TO VILLUPURAM RADHAKRISHNAN NAGAR OULGARPET THIRIVENI NAGAR DIAMOND NAGAR KANAGAN LAKE KOMBAKKAM KALAIVAANAR NAGAR DHANVANTRI NAGAR INDIRA GANDHI MEDICAL COLLEGE & INSTITUTE REDDIARPALAYAM WAY TO BOAT HOUSE AIRPORT NAVARKULAM KURINJI NAGAR BRINDAVANAM 40 PILLAITHOTTAM PATTINAKKADAI 50 KOSAPALAYAM 31 8 PUDUPALAYAM 20 MUDALIYARPET KIRAPALAYAM LAKE ROAD 14 Statue of Duplex G 9 15 Old Port (Now Le Café) G 6 Museum, Beach and Park 16 Pondicherry Museum G 5 17 Bharathi Museum E 2 18 Ambedkar Manimandapam G 7 19 Promenade Beach G 4 20 (Way to) Paradise Beach MAP 2 21 (Way to) Serenity Beach MAP 2 AVVAI NAGAR NELLITOPE MURUGAMPAKKAM BHARATHI NAGAR LAWSPET KRISHNA NAGAR RAINBOW NAGAR BHARATHI NAGAR MUTHIALPET 21 CHEVARAPET THIRUVALLUVAR NAGAR WHITE TOWN RAILWAY STATION 54 COLAS NAGAR WAY TO ECR WAY TO CHENNAI SODHANAIKUPPAM SOLLITANDAVANKUPPAM VEMBAKIRAPPALAYAM DUBRAYAPET NETAJI NAGAR NO.1 BAY OF BENGAL * NOT TO SCALE 22 Bharathi Park F 5 23 Botanical Garden A 9 Places of Faith 24 Eglise de Notre Dame G 7 25 Sacred Heart Church C 10 26 Sri Aurobindo Ashram F 3 27 Manakula Vinayagar F 4 COMMERCIAL SPOTS Ambal Bike Rental Art Antiqua Baker Street Bon Séjour Boutique St. Laurent Cafe des Artistes Cafe des Arts Café X Tasi Casablanca Decibel Audiology DL Cakes 28 D4 29 E2 30 D8 31 M2 32 G8 33 F8 34 F7 35 E5 36 E4 37 B8 38 D2 Home Trotter 39 D3 Hotel Annamalai 40 M2 Janaki Store 41 F8 Lakshmi Silvers 42 C4 Le Café 43 G6 Le Vietnam 44 G8 Lycée Français 45 F7 Mahalaksshmi Jewellers 46 E3 Maison Perumal 47 D2 Male and Female 48 D8 Raymonds 49 B4 Sri Lakshmi Scientific Surguru Spot The Promenade The Richmond City 365 50 M2 51 F4 52 G5 53 F8 54 M2 HOW TO REACH PONDY BY AIR - The Domestic and International airports at Chennai, Trichy and Bangalore are the closest ones. Both Chennai and Trichy are just a few hours by road, while Bangalore is a little longer. BY RAIL - Daily connectivity to Villupuram, Chennai and Tirupathy are available. While tri-weekly trains connect Pondicherry to Bangalore and Mumbai; other cities like Kolkatta, Bhubaneshwar, New Delhi, Mangalore and Kanyakumari are connected by a weekly train. BY ROAD - The best connectivity is definitely by road. Multiple buses ply daily from and to Chennai and Bangalore. From hop on hop off local buses, to air-conditioned, multi-axled luxury buses. Pondy also offers overnighter luxury buses to Hyderabad. One could also book a Taxi or coach for any of the above destinations.
BUS TIMINGS PRTC S.NO. ROUTE NO. TIME ROUTE NAME 1 502 17.30 MAHE 2 502 17.30 CALICUT 3 506 18.25 NAGARCOIL 4 506 18.25 THIRUNELVELI 5 509 17.00 KUMULI 6 509 17.00 CUMBAM 7 509 17.00 THENI 8 505 A 12.15 PM BANGALORE 9 505 B 23.00 BANGALORE 10 503 A 9.00 AM THIRUPATHI 11 504 A 9.30 AM VELANKANNI 12 504 B 23.30 KARAIKAL 13 504 5.20 AM NAGAPATTINAM 14 501 A (PP) 5.40 AM CHENNAI (BY PASS) 15 511 B 4.00 AM CHENNAI (ECR) 16 511 F 4.30 AM CHENNAI (ECR) TRAIN TIMINGS with effect from 01.07.2013 TRAIN NO. FROM TO ARRIVAL DEPARTURE DAYS 16116 EXP PUDUCHERRY CHENNAI EGMORE... 05.35 DAILY 56861 PASS VILLUPURAM PUDUCHERRY 07.25... DAILY 16856 EXP MANGALORE PUDUCHERRY 10.00... SATURDAY 56862 PASS PUDUCHERRY VILLUPURAM... 08.10 DAILY 12867 PASS HOWRAH PUDUCHERRY 08.50... TUESDAY 22403 EXP PUDUCHERRY DELHI... 09.05 WEDNESDAY 12255 EXP YESHVANTHPUR(BANGALORE) PUDUCHERRY 07.50... SATURDAY 56037 PASS CHENNAI PUDUCHERRY 11.05... DAILY 56041 PASS TIRUPATHI PUDUCHERRY 14.15... DAILY 12898 EXP BHUBANESWAR PUDUCHERRY 13.20... WEDNESDAY 12868 EXP PUDUCHERRY HOWRAH... 12.30 WEDNESDAY 56042 PASS PUDUCHERRY TIRUPATHI... 13.25 DAILY 56863 PASS VILLUPURAM PUDUCHERRY 15.10... DAILY 56038 PASS PUDUCHERRY CHENNAI EGMORE... 15.15 DAILY 56864 PASS PUDUCHERRY VILLUPURAM... 16.00 DAILY 16855 EXP PUDUCHERRY MANGALORE... 16.35 THURSDAY 56865 PASS VILLUPURAM PUDUCHERRY 18.25... DAILY 12897 EXP PUDUCHERRY BHUBANESWAR... 18.30 WEDNESDAY 22404 EXP DELHI PUDUCHERRY 18.45... TUESDAY 56866 PASS PUDUCHERRY VILLUPURAM... 19.35 DAILY 16115 EXP CHENNAI PUDUCHERRY... 22.30 DAILY 12256 EXP PUDUCHERRY YESHVANTHPUR... 21.00 SATURDAY 11005 EXP PUDUCHERRY DADAR-YPR-PDY 08.05... TUE, WED, SUN
The aesthetic town of Pondicherry represents the confluence of history and geography, of antiquity and modernity. GANDHI MANDAPAM is Asia s biggest Gandhi Statue. Mahatma Gandhi is surrounded by eight granite pillars, which were brought from Gingee, a fort 70kms from Puducherry. Located across the street from Gandhi statue is the statue of Jawaharlal Nehru. It is also flanked by four pillars from Gingee. Location: On the Beach Road. 19TH CENTURY LIGHT HOUSE is still one of Pondicherry s prime tourist attractions. It was built in the year 1836. Location: On Goubert Avenue, opposite the Gandhi Statue. DUPLEIX was Pondicherry s most illustrious French Governor. The French Government commissioned his Statue at Pondy to honor him. Location: At the Southern end of the beach overlooking the Children s park. AMBEDKAR MANI MANDAPAM is built in remembrance of Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar. He was the chief architect of the Indian Constitution. He has been honoured with the Bharat Ratna, India s highest civilian award. Visit the Monument to know more about his achievements. Location: On the Beach Road The PLACE DE GOUVERNEMENT or the Government Square includes the XVIII Century Palais du Gouverneur (now Raj Nivas) the old Tribunal now housing the Legislative Assembly, the Cercle de Pondicherry, the Ashram dining hall and the UCO Bank all lined up to form the square. Exquisitely carved monolithic pillars adorn the palace. These pillars, ascribed to the XVII Century were brought from Gingee to Pondicherry after the capture of its fort in 1751. FRENCH WAR MEMORIAL is a monument for soldiers who lost their lives in the First World War. Locaton: on Goubert Avenue. Celebration: On Bastille Day, 14th July, the Memorial is well lit and is worth visiting. AAYI MANDAPAM was built in 16th century in Greco Roman architectural style during the reign of Napoleon III, the emperor of France, commemorating a 16th century courtesan named Aayi. It is surrounded by many stately buildings like Raj Nivas, Museum, Pondicherry Art Gallery etc. Location: Government park and opposite Raj Nivas. Timing: 6am to 9pm. Entry: Free. MUSEUM has an excellent gallery with sculptures and the remains of archealogical finds from the Arikamedu Roman settlement. One can go through the legendary French colonial details in the history section of the museum. Location: Rue Saint Louis. Timing: 9.40am to 1pm and 2pm to 5.20pm. Entry: Adult - 10Rs., Child - 5Rs., Foreigners-50 Rs. Monday Holiday. BHARATHIDASAN MEMORIAL displays the eminent son of the soil poet Bharathidasan, known as Paventhar or King of Songs. Facing Cercle de Pondicherry is his statue, while the house he lived in - situated at 95, Perumal Koil Street - has been converted into a memorial. PROMENADE BEACH and the monuments along its length, speak of the rich heritage of Pondicherry. Some of the important monuments of the city are located next to its shores. They include the statues of Mahatma Gandhi, Joan of Arc, Dupleix and the French War Memorial etc. A lot of information pertaining to Pondicherry can be acquired through the tourism information centre on the beach road. BHARATHI PARK also called the Government Park is surrounded by some of the most prestigious government buildings like the Lt. Governor s Palace, the Legislative Assembly, Government Hospital, Ashram dining room, the Cercle de Pondicherry private club etc. The park surrounds the Aayi Mandapam. SERINITY BEACH is a few kms from the city, on the ECR, and characterizes the essences of its name. It has a very calm and serene atmosphere. The sands and the waters are the cleanest ones around Pondicherry. CHUNNAMBAR houses the famous PTDC boat house and is located on the Cuddalore main road. The beach is extremely attractive as the sands are clean and water clear. The beach offers a variety of water sport activities. BOTANICAL GARDEN planned by C.S. Perrotet in 1826, has a good collection of exotic flowering plants from India and abroad. The garden was started in 1826 by the French colonists on an experimental basis to analyze the crops that could be cultivated in the region. Location: Just off the west entrance of the South Boulevard & close to old City Bus Stand. SACRED HEART CHURCH is the work of French missionaries. The interiorsk of the Church are a magnificient combination of Indo- European architecture. Location: 132, Sacred Heart Church, Subbaiah Salai, Pondy 01. P. 2228916/2225559. E. tomant12@satyam.net.in W. www.sacredheartpondy.com THE EGLISE DE NOTRE DAME DES ANGES is also known as Church of the Capuchines. The locals call it Caps Church and also Pink Church because of the color. It was built in the year 1865. Prayers are still conducted here in French. Location: Rue Dumas. MANUKULAR VINAYAGAR TEMPLE is dedicated to Lord Ganesh. The temple is assumed to be constructed nearly 5 centureis back. Location: Manakular Vinayagar Koil St (behind Raj Niwas). Contact: 2336544. Dharshanam Timing: 5.45am to 12.30pm & 4pm to 9.30pm. Abishegam Time: 6.30am and 11am (Mon to Thu). AUROBINDO ASHRAM was founded in 1926. The dynamic character of the ashram community reflects the life-affirming aim of Sri Aurobindo s Yoga. Location: Rue de la Marine. Web. www.sriaurobindo ashram.org. Time: 7am-10pm. AUROVILLE is a small village 30 mins drive from Pondy on the ECR towards Chennai. The Matrimandir is the finest attraction of Auroville. Entry passes can be obtained for free at Auroville Visitors Centre, after watching a short introductory video on the Matrimandir. Passes are issued from : 9.30am to 1.00pm and 1.30pm to 4.00pm. Sundays: 9.30am to 12.30pm only. For more information kindly visit www.auroville.org. Information Kiosk: 0413-2622204, 2622268. AROUND PONDY SOUTH A 1 - day excursion to the South of Pondy ias a must. Just 30 mins drive from Pondicherry will bring you to Arikamedu. The place is historically significiant, as recent excavations at some sites have unearthed Roman coins and wine jars establishing it as the earliest Indo-Roman trading centre (around 2nd century AD). A few kms further is Chunnambar, the PTDC boat house. There is a resort and restaurant to facilitate tourists. Boating here is a wonderful experience as a short cruise away is the sand bar that will make you feel as if you are on a remote island. WEST 15kms away from Pondicherry is Ousteri Lake, the largest fresh water body in the region. Ousteri has been recognized as one of the important Wetlands of Asia by the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN). The lake serves as a bird sanctuary to over 20,000 birds belonging to 40 species that call it home during winter. 10] CITY 365 PONDICHERRY This issue Mar 2014
<<<<<<<< best deals this march explore and engage DISCOUNT FOR ALL TREATMENTS 10% discount for all treatments. Punarjani Ayurvedic, 28, Ambedkar Salai, Colas Nagar, Pondy 01. M. 9943999702. 15% to 50% OFFER Pothys Offers 15 % to 50% on Lifestyle Foot wears. 400, Anna Salai, Pondy 01. P.2227333. 20% OFFER Richmond offer 20% in Lunch Hour. Time: 12.30 P.M 3 P.M. The Richmond Residency, 12, Labourdonnais St, Pondy 01. P. 2346363. DISCOUNT ON ALL PRODUCTS Harappa Provides Discount Offers on all Products like Leather Bags, Leather Wallet,Gifts Products, Wooden Handicrafts, Jute Bags. Discount Percentage varies according to the products.harappa Gift Shop, 55, 1st Flr, Mission St, Pondy 01. M. 9894919426. BUY 2 GET 1 FREE Buy 2 Beer & get 1 Beer absolutely free. Green Park Resort, 6/4, Cuddalore Road, Thavalakuppam, Pondy 07. P. 9597474563. SPECIAL ENGLISH HIGH TEA at THE PROMENADE (3 PM onwards). Enjoy English High Tea at the promenade hotel! Indulge in a three tiered set of freshly cut sandwiches; home baked English Scones, Selection of pastries and variety of Tea. You can also have sparkling wine that goes along with the High Tea assortments. Rs. 395 + taxes for 1 set of High Tea. Rs. 695+ taxes for 1 set High tea +1 glass of sparkling wine. SALE 365 DAYS/YEAR Casablanca, at the 1st floor of Titanic 50% OFF on ladies, mens, kids, footwear & home lenin. Also 70% OFF on Ayesha accessories It s new and now open. Check it out ASAP. P. 2342075. 15% DISCOUNT 15% Discount on All Diamond Jewellery @ Tanishq. Venue: Tanishq, 60, Mission St, Pondy 01. P. 2225911. EXCHANGE FESTIVAL Chain & Bangle Exchange festival. Date: till Mar 2014. Siva Valli Vilas Jewellers, 243, Kosakadai St, Pondy 01. P. 2221916, 4201916. LADIES NIGHT OUT Every Wednesday Night, Complimentary Drinks to All Ladies. Time: 6 P.M Onwards. Venue: The Promenade, 23 Goubert Avenue, Pondy 01. P. 2227750. HOMEMADE COMPLIMENTARY 1 complementary homemade hibiscus Juice for bill above Rs.300/- & 2 complementary homemade Hibiscus Juices for bill above Rs.500/- Arokya Organic Restaurant, No.27, Vysial St, Pondy 01. M. 8807372921. UPTO 40% OFFER ON BAGS Strolley bags on 40% Offer & School Bags on 10 to 20% Offer. Roshan Bags, No. 42, Kamaraj Salai, Pondy 09. P. 4304125. SALE UPTO 70% Titanic offers upto 70% off on all 365 Days / Year. Titanic. Amabalathadayar Madam St, Pondy 01. P. 2342075 COMPLIMENTARY OFFER DL Cakers offers 1 complimentary on any purchase of Rs. 500 @ Bakery & Restaurant. Venue: Bakery DL Cakers, No.18, Mission St., Pondy 01. P. 4304000, M. 9790011045 LAILA S COUNTY Buy any Kebab Worth Rs. 250 & Get One Beer Free. Buy one Combo Lunch worth Rs. 350 & Get One Beer Free. Laila s County, 8, Ambour Salai, Pondy 01. OFFER @ THYRO CARE Thyro Care offers all kinds of Tests @ Rs. 6000 / Rs. 3000. Venue: Thyro Care, 251-A, Bussy St, Doss Tailor Upstairs, Pondy 01. P. 2224733, M. 98431 56447. AYURVEDA OFFER Santhigiri Ayurveda & Siddha Hospital offers 10% discount on all Packages, if customers take treatments regularly for 1 week. Santhigiri Ayurveda & Siddha Hospital, No.6, SV Patel Salai, Pondy 01. P. 2225898. SWIM & LUNCH At Mango Hill All Monday to Friday buffet is offered with swimming access at Rs. 490 for Adults and Rs. 390 for Kids. P. 2655492. Old Auroville Road, Bommayarpallayam, Tamil Nadu. SALE ON ALL DAYS B Casual offers 50% Off Company surplus is set on sale all round the year. B Casual at Bharathi St. is a 2 storey building racked with fashion clothing. Check the 2nd floor for flat 50% offer on all men, women & kids products. No. 441, Bharathi St. P. 4201110. www.gocity365.com, www.welcometopondy.com [11
<<<<<<<< happening this march explore and engage 125 INDO - FRENCH FESTI- VAL 2014 The Indo French Festival 2104 is a part of the celebrations in honour of Alliance francaise de Pondichery s 125th anniversary. Venues, Event Date & Time: 10th March Literary Cafe in AF Colombani at 6.30 P.M, 10th 14th March French Language Week in AF Colombani at 9 A.M to 5 P.M, 17th 23rd March Gastronomy Week in Cafe de Flore. 20th 29th March Multimedia Installation by Isabelle Saij in AF Colombani at 9 A.M 5 P.M. Meeting of French Language Teachers in AF Colombani at 9 A.M 5 P.M. Meeting of AF Directors 9 A.M 5 P.M. Inauguration of AF Auditorium in AF Bellocq at 6.30 P.M. Kanya Talkies movie in Auditorium at 6.30 P.M. For further details contact 2338146/2334351. THE KAREN ON ANDAMAN ISLANDS By Andreas Deffner Photographer. Date: till 14th March 2014. Time: 9 A.M 5 P.M. Old Distillery, Beach Road, Pondy 01. CASINO DE RUEDA International Rueda de casino - FLASHMOB South India will be held in beautiful city of Pondicherry. Thousands of dancers will be dancing Rueda de Casino in the city centers. Date: 29.03.2014. Time: 4:00 P.M. M. 9159180875. BRAZILLIAN ZOUK Zouk India is proud to bring to Pondicherry the beautiful Brazilllian partner dance called Zouk that is making worldwide. ZOUK INDIA is the pioneer in bringing authentic Brazilian Zouk classes in India and has already twice hosted the global event. Date: 28th 30th March 2014. For further details contact M. 9159180875. YOGART Yoga and art are two disciplines that share a lot of similarities and complement each other in a number of ways. This retreat is facilated by Tia Pleiman. Date: 15th 16th March 2014. Retreat Price: Rs. 3000 for guests & Rs. 1500 for Aurovillians and students below 21. Auroville Retreat, Saracon Campus, Kottakarai Plaza, Irumbai Post, Auroville 605111, TN. P. 2622571, M. 8940219725. SUSTAINABLE HABITATS This workshop is aimed at deepening the understanding of a sustainably integrated approach to planning, designing and building of human habitats. A series of interactive workshops and site visits based on the broad themes of planning and design, green building material, energy management, integrated water management, waste management and landscaping will be offered.date: 18th 21st March 2014. Time: 9 A.M 5 P.M. For further details about participation contact: Auroville Green Practices Workshop, Saracon Campus, Kottakarai Plaza, Irumbai Post, Auroville 605111, TN. P. 2622571, M. 8940219725. CINEMA @ ALLIANCE FRAN- CAISE Every Sunday Alliance Française showcases Cinema at Maison Colombani. Time: 6.30 P.M. 58, Suffren St, Pondy 01. P. 2338146. FEMININE FABLES An art Exhibition by Vinita Vasu. Date: Till 13th March 2014. Time:7 P.M. Cafe des Artistes, 1, 12] CITY 365 PONDICHERRY This issue Mar 2014 Rue Labourdonnais, Pondy 01. P. 4300080. YOGA MEDITATION & AWAR- NESS RETREAT Amazing 10 days retreat for sincere seekers who want to deepen their practice & awareness in life. The retreat is hosting only 15 participants. This retreat is facilated by Einat Freedom Yoga. Date: 14th March 2014. Time: 12:15. For further details kindly visit www. einatfreedomyoga.com. DRAWING & PAINTING CLASSES No Age limit to join. Classes go on Saturday s & Sunday s. Time: Saturday 6 to 8 P.M & Sunday 10 A.M to 12.30. Venue: Amarane Art Gallery, 161, Mission St, Pondy 01. P. 4210141, M. 9894617142. DRAWING & PAINTING CLASSES No Age limit to join. Classes go on Saturday s & Sunday s. Time: Saturday 6 to 8 P.M & Sunday 10 A.M to 12.30. Venue: Amarane Art Gallery, 161, Mission St, Pondy 01. P. 4210141, M. 9894617142. ELECTRO BLAST Enjoy our Dj Nights on all Saturdays. Time: 7.30 P.M to 11 P.M. Venue: Hotel Bon Séjour, 252, Lenin St, Pondy 13. P. 2248800, 2248811. ACTIVITIES & PRO- GRAMMES Mohanam Cultural Centre conducts activities like Dance & Music, Martial Art, Theatre, Education, Women empowerment, Community Development. Programmes like group activities, Youth learning gardening, Cultural festivals in the village, Nature & awareness camps. Mohanam cultural Centre, Sanjeevi Nagar, Pondy 605111. P. 2623806 W: www.mohanam.org
BUFFET A TASTE OF AUROVILLE Short introduction to life in Auroville. Explore a variety of sites and relate to the soul of Auroville Matrimandir. Registration for this retreat is not necessary, just shows up on any Thursday morning at the Visitors Centre gate at 8.30am. Retreat price is inclusive of cycle hire, lunch, tea and snacks. Date: Every Thursday. Time: 8.30 A.M to 4 P.M. Retreat Price: Rs. 700 per Participant. Venue: Auroville Retreat, Saracon Campus, Kottakarai Plaza, Irumbai Post, Auroville 605111, TN. P. 2622571, M. 8940219725. ILLUMINATED HEART RE- TREAT A 5-day intensive retreat to be held in Auroville. This retreat will help you remember who you really are. The retreat will be facilitated by Elena Burton. Date: 12th-16th February 2014. Auroville Retreat, Saracon Campus, Kottakarai Plaza, Irumbai Post, Auroville 605111, TN. P. 2622571, M. 8940219725 HANDICRAFT BAZAAR Serenity Beach Bazaar conducts handicraft display on Saturdays. Time: 10 A.M to 5 P.M. Venue: Handicraft Beach Bazaar, Tandiriyankuppam, Kotakuppam, TN. P. 2222963, M. 9791944182. INDIANOSTRUM THEATRE Indianostrum Theatre is conducting classes on theatre, kalaripayattu, bharatanatyam and silambattam for children and adults. Venue: Pathe Cine Familial, 7, Romain Rolland St, Pondy 01. M. 9952491612, 9578302087. AFTER DARK DINNER DEAL Enjoy Dance & Dine Combos on Sizzling Saturdays Nights at Ocean Spray. Venue: 7, 8, 9 ECR, Man jakuppam, TN. P. 2650000, 2656789, M. 8220005901 Days BF L D Le Pondy Sat & Sun x (V & NV) 600+ (V & NV) 700+ Bon Sejour Sat x (V & NV) 455+ (V & NV) 455+ Sun x (V & NV) 455+ x Richmond All days 220 & 200 x x Le Dupleix All days (V) Call Hotel x x Green palace Mon to Thu x (V) 125+ x Fri x (V) 125+ (NV) 300+ Sat & Sun x (NV) 300+ (NV) 300+ GRT Sunway Week days x (V & NV) 575+ (V & NV) 575+ Weekend x (V & NV) 650+ (V & NV) 650+ Atithi Week Days x (V) 300+ (V) 350 + Weekend x (V & NV) 600+ (V & NV) 600+ Anandha inn Sat & Sun x (NV) 500+ (NV) 500+ Mahindra Zest All days x (V & NV) 500+ (V & NV) 715+ Le Promenade Fri & Sat x (NV) Adult 750+ (NV) Adult 750+ (NV) Child 450+ (NV) Child 450+ Sun x (V & NV) 800+ x Hotel Annamalai Fri & Sat x (V) Adult 275+ (V) Adult 275+ (V) Child 200+ (V) Child 200+ Sun x (NV) Adult 475+ (NV) Adult 475+ (NV) Child 375+ (NV) Child 375+ Ocean Spray Fri, Sat, Sun x (NV) 750+ (NV) 750+ * Kindly contact respective hotels for updated buffet price on festival days DISCOVER SCUBA DIVING in Pondy Package includes theory training, pool sessions with instructors, then boat ride, lunch, photos and deep sea diving experience. This course is designed as an introduction to Scuba Diving, and is great even for non-swimmers. It can be done over 1 full day (7am - 4pm) or split over 2 half days (2pm - 5pm / 7am - 12 noon). For groups of 4+ persons avail 10% discount. For details contact: +91 9940219449. RED EARTH RIDING SCHOOL Standard Packages: Single Class: 1 hour Rs. 750. 10 Classes: 1 hour Rs. 6000. Pony Class: ½ hour Rs. 350. For details contact Jacqueline Kapur @ 9677746602, SURFING EXPERIENCE in Pondy Duration: 1h 30 min. Included: rash-vest and surfboard Requirements: Need to know how to swim, feel at ease in the water Don t forget: your own towel and sunscreen. Groups: We can teach groups up to 8 people. Contact: 9442992874/9787306376. SOLO PAINTING EXHIBITION By Artist Pradeep. Date: Till 11th March 2014. Maison Perumal, 58, Perumal Koil St, Pondy 01. P. 2227519. TO ADD YOUR EVENTS HERE 0413 6455555 info@citydirectpondy.com www.gocity365.com, www.welcometopondy.com [13
Shopping Men & Women / Men / Women / Kids / Boutique / Jewellers / Antique Jewellers / Lifestyle, Handicrafts, Art Gallery / Home Decors & Furnishing / Gift Shop / Interiors / Departmental Stores / Florist / Book Shop & library / Pharmacy / 24hrs Pharmacy / Opticals / Pets Departmental Stores / Florists / Book Shop & Library / Pharmacy / Builders / Architect / Opticals Men & Women B Casual No.441, Bharathi St, Pondy 01. P. 4201110. E. outfits@rocketmail.com. A two story multibrand outlet for Men, Women & Children. Ground flr exclusively for Children & Women, 1st flr for Men & 2nd floor for flat 50% sale all through the year. La Fiesta Men & Women No. 33/b, Ambalathadayar Madam St, Pondy 01. P. 2223655, E. la.fiesta@hotmail.fr. Wide range of designs racked for men, women & children in Western & Indo Western inspirations. Factory outlet of branded collections. Hrs: 9 to 21. Outfits No. 67, 1st floor, JN St, Pondy 01. P. 4308110. (Opp. Bata) Multibrand outlet for Men, Women & Children. Open on all days. Hrs: 9.30 to 21.30. Boutique St. Laurent No.10, Rue du Bazar Saint Laurent, Pondy 01. P. 2342220/2342221. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Adidas No. 353, MG Road, Pondy 01. P. 4209695. Male & Female No. 118, Bussy St, Pondy 01. P. 2225563. Levi s Store No. 195, Mission Street, Pondy 01. P. 4500096/97. Muthu Silk Plaza No. 90, Kosakadai St, Pondy 01. P. 2340275. Nike No. 1, 1st Flr, ICON 358, MG Road, Pondy 01. P. 4306607. Pepe Jeans No. 360, Shop No. 3, Ground Floor, MG Road, Pondy 01. P. 4200497. Boutique St Laurent No. 10, Rue du Bazar Saint Laurent, Pondy 01. P. 2622039. Ram Silks No. 290, Nehru St, Pondy 01. P. 2334856. Reebok No. 46, Ambour Salai, Pondy 01. P. 4209066. Shabanam, No. 74, Nehru St, Pondy 01. P. 2222600, 2333600. No. 108, Nehru St, Pondy 01. P. 2339924. Sri Kumaran Stores No. 190, Villupuram Main Rd, Jawahar Nagar, Pondy 05. P. 2201616/2626. Sri Shanmuga Silks No. 320, Nehru St, Pondy 01. P. 2229467/68. Titanic No. 33, Ambalathadayar Madam Street, Pondy 01. P. 2342075. E. casa@hidesign.com Waves No. 104, Anna Salai, Pondy 01. P. 2339111, 4308111. Diva No. 9, Mission St., Pondy 01. P. 2227468/69. Elements No. 53, Suffren St., Pondy 01. New Nanwani s No. 44-46, JN St, Pondy 01. P. 6500151. Men Rajendira s No. 82/A, JN St, Pondy 01. P. 2335891 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Basics Life No. 82, JN St, Pondy 01. P. 4210703. Digjam - Lakshmipati No. 35, JN Street, Pondy 01. P. 2221941, 2335282, M. 98946 55322. R. 2241249, Everest Garments No. 234, JN Street, Pondy 01. P. 2221185. 14] CITY 365 PONDICHERRY This issue Mar 2014
Exclusive FURNITURE, LAMPS & HANDICRAFTS 44, Aurobindo Street (between Mission st. & Gandhi st.) Pondicherrry. Tel. (0)413 2221600 Web. home-trotter-stores.com John Players No. 119, JN St, Pondy 01. P. 2349494. Jockey No.151, Mission St, Pondy 01. P. 4201454. Navigator Focus Clothing. G-15,16, No. 100, New Building, JN Street, Pondy 01. P. 2260363. Newyorker No. 100, G-12, New Shopping Mall, JN St, Pondy 01. P. 2227406, E. stori.pondy@gmail.com. Off-Beat No. 16, Mariamman Koil St, Vazhakulam, Pondy 12. P. 2223556. E. sales@off beat-pondy.com, President Collection No. 259, JN Street, Pondy 01. P. 4200366, M. 9344884210, 9944321996. Sting No. 100, JN Street, (Opp to Indian Coffee House) Pondy 01. P. 4209636, F. 4216284 The Raymond Shop No. 252, JN Street, Pondy 01. (Near- IOB) P. 2335056, 4200555. E. krishna.12010@trs.raymond.in. Women Anokhee No. 93, Bharathi St, (Near Aurobindo St cutting) Pondy 01. P. 2221367, M. 93457 36909, 93456 33649. Diva No. 109, Old No. 51, Blk 19, Mission St, Pondy 01. P. 2227468/69. W. www.divastyle.in. G Ethenic No. 11, Thiyagaraja St off Mission St, Pondy. P. 2336222. M. 8754821222. Women s World No.100, JN St, New Complex, (Opp to Indian Coffee House)Pondy 01. P. 2226166, M. 93454 26336. Kids La Feista Kids No. 56, Canteen St, Pondy 01. P. 4210867. Exclusive Kids Showroom. Kiddies Centre No. 35, 1st Floor, Pondy 01. P. 2335282, 2222942, R. 2241249. M. 9894275110, Kids World No.107, Mission St, (Near Chetty Koil) Pondy 01. P. 2220469. New Born No.105, Mission St, Pondy 01. P. 2346389. Oh la la! in La Maison Rose, 8 Romain Rolland St, Pondy 01. P. 4210808. E. agathelazarodesigns@gmail.com Jack n Jill No.100,JN Street, Pondy 01. P. 2260140,. JCR Baby Needs No.361, MG Road, (Near Petit Seminaire School) Pondy 01. P. 4200636. M. 98942 15807. Boutique Casablanca, A Division of Hidesign Boutique, No. 165, Mission St, Pondy 01. P. 2226495, 2336495. E. casa@hidesign.com. Habitart & Food Habit, 1st Flr, No. 6, SV Patel Salai, Pondy 01. M. 94434 52488. E. contact@habitart.net, W. www.habitart.net. Kalki Boutique No. 134, Mission St, Pondy 01. P. 2339166, Also at Visitor Center, Auroville, TN. P. 2623450. Serenity Beach Bazaar Serenity Beach, Thandirayankupam, Kottakuppam, TN. P. 9791944182. Every Sat & Sun ( 10-5pm). 16] CITY 365 PONDICHERRY This issue Mar 2014
Shopping Jewellers Lakshmi Silvers No. 136 & 138, Kosakadai St, Pondy 01. P. 2224678, 2334678, E. lakshmisilvers@gmail.com. Antique Jewellers Mahalaksshmi Ethnic Jewels & Gems No. 97, Mission St, (Vysial St Cutting) Pondy 01. P. 2225886. E. panchrathan@gmail.com. W. www.mahalaksshmiethnicjewels.com. Exclusive showroom for ethnic Gold, Silver Jewels & Gems. Life Style, Handicrafts & Art Gallery Home Trotter No. 44, Aurobindo St, (between Mission St & Gandhi St) Pondy 01. P.2221600, E.hometrotterstore@yahoo.com. Exclusion collection of furniture, lamps, textiles and handicrafts inspired by the art of living in Pondicherry Janaki House of Conscious Living, No.21, ECR, Near Auroville Junction, Periyamudaliyar Chavady, Tamil Nadu 605104. P.2623227, E. outpost@janaki.co.in. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Amarane Art Gallery No.161, (Next to Casablanca) Mission St, Pondy 01. M. 9894617142. Aurodhan Art Gallery No.33, Francois Martin St, Kuruchikuppam, Pondy 01. P. 2222795, 2222449. W. www.aurodhan.com. Crafts Emporium No. 35, Mission St, Pondy 01. P. 4304222. M. 9894108764. Living Art No. 14, Bazar Saint Laurent St, (Opp Bamboos Garden Restaurant)Pondy 01. P. 4308773, M. 97877 48481. Home Decors & Furnishing Domus in La Maison Rose 8 Romain Rolland street, Pondy 01. P. 4210807. E. domus.dalmais@hotmail.fr From 10am to 7: 30pm. Stylish furnitures and curios. Interior design services also available. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Aurofurn No. 23, Rue Francois Martin, Pondy 01. P. 2334727, 2334698. Damro No. 364, PRG Complex, Villianur Road, Nellithope, Pondy 05. P. 2206613, 2206614. Darling Furniture World No. 43, Near Indira Gandhi Statue, Villupuram Main Rd, Reddiyarpalayam, Pondy 10. P. 4202205 / 04. AVR Swarna Mahal No. 145-156, Anna Salai, Pondy 01. P. 2343307. Joyalukkas No. 54&56, Kamaraj Salai, Pondy 11. P. 2211916. Design r Furniture No. 74, 100 ft Road, Sundararaja Nagar, (Near Railway gate) Mudaliarpet, Pondy 04. P. 2206229. Josalukkas No. 236&247, Anna Salai, Pondy 01. P. 3249916. Home Trotter No. 44, Aurobindo St, Pondy 01. P. 2221600. Kalyan Jewellery No. 46, Kamaraj Salai, Pondy 01. P. 2214633. Leather Life International No. 104, Vysial St, Pondy 01. Khazana Jewellery No. 73, Kamaraj Salai, Opp. Jayaram Hotel, P. 2333335, 4210138. Pondy 01. P. 4209900. Style Spa No. 82, Needarajapayar St, Pondy-01. P. 2224168. Lalitha Jewellery Mart No. 221, Nehru St, Pondy 01. P. 2331177/88. Ocean Boutique No. 34, Vaishyal St, Pondy 01. Muthu Gold House No. 222, JN St, Pondy 01. P. 2222338. Portico Shop No. 26 & 27, 1st Floor, No.100, JN St, Pondy 01. Ram Thanga Nagai Maaligai No. 225, Nehru St, Pondy 01. P. 2260300, 2260600. P. 4302704. Siva Valli Vilas No. 157, Barathi St, Pondy 01. P. 4201916. Gift Shop Archies Gallery No. 251/1, (Opp. Immaculate Church), Mission St, Sri Lakshmi Jewellery No. 186, Kosakadai St, Pondy 01. Pondy 01. P. 2220220. P. 2334678, 2335903. Currimbhoys No. 264, Mahathma Gandhi Rd, ECR, Kottakuppam, Tanishq No. 60, Mission St, (Kamatchi Amman Koil St. cutting) Tamil Nadu, Near Pondy 104. P. 2238834. Pondy 01. P. 2225911. Dream World French Corner Complex, No. 1A, 1st Floor, Anna Nagar, Thanga Maaligai No. 79 & 81, Kosakadai St, Pondy 01. 100 ft Road, (Near Indira Gandhi Statue) Pondy 05. P. 2338318, 4200800. M. 9994921247. Duty Free Shop No. 159, Mission St, Pondy 01. P. 2341895. Fairever No. 96, Nehru St, Pondy 01. P. 2336302. Fairhaven No. 428, Mahatma Gandhi Rd, Pondy 01. M. 9944540827. Hallmark No. 20, Needarajapayar St, Pondy 01. P. 2222500. Lifestyle No. 51 B, Mission St, Pondy 01. P. 9894032459. Music Park No. 59, Mission St, Pondy 01. P. 4200320. Spencers No. 67, Nehru St, Pondy 01. P. 2220051, 2220061. Shalimar No. 114/1, Nehru St, Pondy 01. P. 2342907, 4201907. Wonders Gifts No. 122, Mission St, Pondy 01. P. 2334633. Harappa Unique gifts & Lifestyle Store. No. 55, 1st Floor, Mission St, Pondy 01. M.9894919426. Interiors Art Antiqua No. 25, Mission St, Pondy 01. P. 2343403, E.artantiqua.jagat@gmail.com. Patnoo Creation No. 24, Rue Bazaar Saint Laurent, Pondy 01. P. 2349394, M.8870637053, E. patnoocreation@gmail.com. Renaissance No. 2, Francois Martin St Corner, Pondy 01. M.9443228838, E.sharmarenaissance@gmail.com, W.renaissanceantiques.in. The Ovoid No.56, Thottakkal Main Road, Karamanikuppam, Mudaliarpet, Pondy 05. M.9994378011. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Departmental Stores Grinde No. 45, Easwaran Koil Street, Pondy 01. P. 4210232. 18] CITY 365 PONDICHERRY This issue Mar 2014
Shopping Nilgiris Super Market No. 19, Rangapillai Street, Pondy 01. P. 2339210, 2336604. Pothys No. 400, Anna Salai, Pondy 01. P. 2338444. Sri Vijaya Ganapathy Stores No. 109, Eswaran Koil St, Pondy 01. P. 2227546, 2227547. Digital Shops Darling No. 80, Kamaraj Salai, Pondy 03. P. 4207451, M. 9894650903. / No. 43, Near Indira Gandhi Square, Villianur Main Road, Pondy 05. P. 4200080. LG No. 318, MG Road, Pondy 01. P. 4209522. M. 9894455955. Mani Electronics No. 271/2, GRR Zone, Opp. to Botanical Garden, Maraimalai Adigal Salai, Pondy 01. P. 2335090, 2225690. Naresh Electronics No. 107/109, Opp. Grand Bakes, Anthoniar Koil St, Kumaragurupalayam, Venkata Nagar, Pondy 11. P. 2214135/1726. Nokia Care No. 361, MG Road, Pondy 01. P. 4500063. Panasonic Darling Digital World Pvt Ltd. No.120, Kamaraj Salai, Pondy. P. 4207450, 4207543. E. darling.panasonic@gmail.com W. www.panasonic.co.in Canon Image Square No. 30, Subramaniar Koil St, Pondy 13. P. 2246243. Rupa Electronics No. 227, Nehru St, Pondy 01. P. 4201381. Samsung Plaza No. 64, Near Jain Temple, Anna Salai, Pondy 01. P. 4206169, 4206139. M. 984052376. Samsung Smart Phone Café No. 89, MG Road,(Opp Eswaran Koil Next to Sangamam Sweets) Pondy 01. P. 2341234. Shamrok Systems No. 3/39, SV Patel Salai,(Next to Hotel Anadha Inn) Pondy 01. P. 2222957, 2223716, F. 2223716, E. admin@shamroksystems.net. W. www.shamroksystems.net Sony No. 261, Nehru St, Pondy 01. P. 4209139. Swastik No. 111, Kamaraj Salai, Pondy 09. P. 6534523. Musical Instruments Musée Musical No.129, Saint Therese St, Pondy 01. P. 2223533, M. 9600009989. Sri Hari Musicals No. 87, Chetty St, Pondy 01. P. 4210551. Sports Amman Traders Sports Goods No. 23, Near Fillo Hotel, Sathya Nagar, East Main Road, Pondy 03. M. 9894218190. Simon Sports No. 6, 1st Flr, Municipal Complex, MG Road, Pondy 01. P. 2221584. Star Sports & Garments No. 10, Odai St, Anandha Nagar, Lawspet, Pondy 08. M. 9944678772. Venkateshwara Sports No. 131, (Opp. New Bus Stand) Maraimalai Adigal Salai, Pondy 03. P. 2200138, M. 9842520549 / No. 7, 1st Flr, Municipal Complex, MG Road, Pondy 01. P. 2223757. Florists - Natural Flowers Arcadia No. 204, Mission St, Pondy 01. P. 2338932. Frash & Buds No. 23, Ayanar Koil St, Pondy 01. M. 9994685321. Heart 2 Heart No. 302/12, 45 Feet Rd, Venkata Nagar, Pondy 11. M. 9842386070. Mass Florist No. 152 & 154, Maraimalai Adigal Salai, Pondy 01. P. 4207001. Scoop & Sip No. 61, Bussy St, Pondy 03. M. 9842292213. Florists - Artificial Flowers KKM Agencies No. 126, Aurobindo St, Pondy 01. P. 2334212. Lahori Boutique No. 9, Nehru St, Pondy 01. P. 2349217. Sugamathi Decorators No. 3, Middle St, Nesawalar Nagar, Lawspet, Pondy 08. M. 9789442201. Book Shop & Library VAK No.16, Nehru St, Pondy 01. P. 2331962. Book Café Nilgiris No.19, Rangapillai St, Pondy 01. P. 2336604. Focus No. 204, Mission St, Pondy 01. P. 2345513. French Book Shop No.60, Suffren St, Pondy 01. P. 2338062. Kailash Librairie Francaise No.169, Lal Bahadur St, Pondy 01. P. 2228272. Landmark Landmark Ltd, Ginger Hotel, Old Venus Theatre, Karuvadikuppam Main Rd,Saram Revenue Village, Oulgarpet Municipality, Pondy 03. P. 2234246, W. landmarkonthenet.com. Romain Rolland Library Govt. Asst. Library Information Officer Rangapillai St, Pondy 01. Pharmacy Amudha Pharmacy No. 176/68, Anna Salai, Pondy 01. P. 2222656.No. 171, MG Road, Pondy 01. M. 9442623405. Apollo Pharmacy No 140, LAL Bahadur St, Bussy St, Pondy 01. P. 2226800 Himalayas No.3/36, SV Patel Salai, (Near Anandha Inn) Pondy 01. P. 2225294. Sun Pharmacy No. 210, M.G. Road. Pondy 01. P. 2224371 Varma Medicals No. 281, Near Nokia Service Centre, Anna Salai, Pondy 01. P. 2338459. 24 Hrs Pharmacy Apollo Pharmacy No 140, LAL Bahadur St, Bussy St, Pondy 01. P. 2226800 New Medical Centre No. 470, MG Road, Pondy 01. P. 2225286, 2225287, 2228995. Builders Jeno Maran Builders Pvt. Ltd. No.55, Kamatchi Amman Koil Street, Pondy 01. P. 2220770. M. 978 777 9432. W. www. jenomaran.in, E. info@jenomaran.in Siva Kandan Foundation No.57, 1st Flr, Montorsier St, Pondy 01. M. 9842728080. E. aksami73@gmail.com. W. skfoundation.net. Architect Chatterjee Design Consultancy Service M. 9786074065. E. chatterjee.dsc@gmail.com 20] CITY 365 PONDICHERRY This issue Mar 2014
Purple Architecture & Interior No.36, Dr. Ambedkar St, Padmini Thottam, Kuruchikuppam, Pondy 12. P. 2345694, 2345695. E. bipin.rananaware@gmail.com. Opticals Rainbow Opticals No. 77, Villianur Main Road, Reddiyarpalayam, Pondy. P. 2292919. No. 82/150A, Anna Salai, (West Boulevard) Pondy 01. M. 9944128899. GKB Opticals GKB Lens Pvt. Ltd, No. 201, Mission St, (Opp Nilgiri s) Pondy 01. P. 6451202. W. www.gkbopticals.com Lawrence & Mayo No.483, Mahatma Gandhi Road, Pondy 01. P. 2225842, 2225843 Pets AR Aquarium No.170, Point Care St, Karamanikuppam, Pondy 04/ No.116-B, Karuvadikuppam Main Rd, Muthialpet, Pondy 03. M. 9944366137. Hema Latha Aquarium & Pets No. 65A, Salai Theru, Muthialpet, Pondy 03. M. 9789136390. Martina Fish World No.110, Laporte St, (Bharathi St. Cutting) Pondy 01. M. 9944025352. Modern Aquarium No.104, Laporte St (Bharathi St Cutting), Pondy 01. M. 9994189881. Petvets No.1, Needarajapayer St (Opp. Hallmark), Pondy 01. P. 4209279. Pet s Home No.16,Othaivadai St, New Saram, Pondy13. M. 99440 09932, 95666 88250. E. anand.k600@yahoo.in Sri Annai Aquarium No. 477, M.G.Road, Muthialpet, Pondy 03. M. 9442570753. BIKE RENTALS V. Ambal Rentals, M. 9500889275, 7305678080. No. 106, Eswaran koil street. Sri Iyyapan Rentals, M. 9994208729 No. 39E, Chetty Street. Sri Manonmani Amman Rentals M. 9894172244. No. 106, Mission Street. Vivekanandhar Rentals, M. 9944013396 39, Chetty street. J.P. Raja Rentals, M. 9894121133 No. 106, Mission Street. J.D.R Durairaj Rentals, M.9894104747 31, Mission Street, Krishna Sweets(Opp) Pondy Wheels.Com, M. 9865573349, 8807896660. No. 106, Mission Street. Gopi Rentals, M. 9894172244 No. 06, Mission Street merely Shopaholics for 22] CITY 365 PONDICHERRY This issue Feb 2014
Discover the Pondicherry Shopping Experience New Arrivals! Spring/Summer 14 MEN WOMEN KIDS 165 Mission Street Pondicherry 605001 Fashion Footwear Leather Goods Jewelley Perfume Sportswear Watches Pizza Bric-a-brac www.gocity365.com, www.welcometopondy.com [23
Restaurants Multi Cuisine / Continental - French Food, Creole, Italian, Chinese, Vietnamese, Others / Indian - South Indian, North Indian, Vegeterian / Pizzeria Café & Bakery / Chocolates / Fast Food / Ice Creams / Sweet Stall / Concept Stores / Organic Food / Lounge Bar & Bar multi - cuisine Blue Line The Promenade No. 23, Goubert Avenue, Pondy 01. P. 2227750-7 lines. E. mbmanager @hidesign.com, W. www.sarovarhotels.com Multi cuisine all day dinning restaurant. Continental, Indian & Chinese menu. Buffet dinner available all days. Buffet lunch on Friday, Saturday & Sunday. Experience the Italian delicacies of chef Arjun comprising fresh natural ingredients & hotel s own organic vegetables. Light House The Promenade No. 23, Goubert Avenue, Pondy 01. P. 2227750-7 lines. E. fmbmanager @hidesign.com, W. www.sarovarhotels.com Indulge in the fresh catch of the sea at Pondy s most stunning restaurant. Experience romance at the Light House. Whist the sunsets in the Bay of Bengal. Specialities barbeque & sea food grill restaurant. Bistro The Richmond No. 12, Labourdonnais St, Pondy 01. P. 2346363, F. 2336333. E. richmondpondy@gmail.com. W. theresidency.com. The Restaurant offers Multi Cuisine Speciality. Lingering Steak & French Food. A new dinning experience in French Town. Court Yard Le Dupleix, No. 5, Rue de la caserne, Pondy 01. P. 2226999, E. ledupleix@sarovarhotel.com. W. www.sarovarhotels.com Mediterranean Pondicherry speciality cuisine. La Caravelle La Maison Rose, No. 8 Romain Rolland Street, Pondy 01 P. 4210806. Hours: 10am to 11pm Authentic flavors from the Middle East, Asia and Europe, with attention to details and excellent presentation. For lunch or a romantic dinner with candles and stars above in a unique colonial setting. Fresh salads, pasta or steaks are recommended. La Table du Chef Hotel Bon Séjour, No. 252, Lenin St, Kosapalayam, Pondy 13. P. 2248800/11, 2249900. M. 7639000111. E. gm@hotelbonsejour.com. W. www.hotelbonsejour.com. The elaborated and lavish Buffet service for Breakfast and Lunch are available everyday with at site counters on Weekends. In addition à la Carte option is also available. Hrs: 10am to 11pm Mango hill Old Auroville road, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu Near Pondy. P. 2655491, 2655492. M. 9597891966, 9751305989. E. contact@hotel-mangohill-pondicherry.com. A special attention is given to both atmosphere & gastronomic quality in the restaurant. The menu of French & Indian specialties is built around the freshest natural ingredients: organic vegetables from the hotel s own garden, freshly caught fish, cured ham, pate & cheeses we produce ourselves. New varieties of delicious tandoori made from charcoal oven. Anjappar Chettinad Restaurant No. 239, Bussy St, Pondy 01. P. 2225082. Gardenia The GRT Sunway No. 155/D, 100 ft Road, Pondy 04. P. 2281608. E. restaurant@grtsunway.com. Karai Chettinad Restaurant No. 13, 100 ft Road, Near Indira Gandhi Square, Pondy 05. P. 2203066, 2203068. M. 9345211234. L Heritage Anandha Inn, 154, SV Patel Road, Pondy 01. P. 2233000, 24] CITY 365 PONDICHERRY This issue Mar 2014
10, Suffren Street Pondicherry 8:30 am - 7:00 pm Tuesday holiday Megala Hotel Mass No. 152, Maraimalai Adigal Salai, Pondy 01. P. 4207001. F. 4207012. Toll Free. 1800 209 1400. Sri Kamatchi No. 20, Near Railway Gate, 100ft Road, Sundaraja Nagar, 3rd Cross, Mudaliarpet, Pondy 4. P. 2206705. The Rennaissance Room Hotel Annamalai, No. 479, Kamaraj Salai, Pondy 13, P. 2247001. E. info@hotel annamalai.com, W. www.hotelannamalai.com continental French Food Baker s Street No. 123, Bussy St, Pondy 01. M. 9994427899. P. 6458888, E. jas.delicacies@ gmail.com, W. www.baker-street.co.in. Exclusive outlet for french foods. Bakery, Desserts, Ice Creams & more. Le Vietnam No. 6, Bussy St, Romain Rolland St Cutting, Pondy 01. P. 2340111. Hrs. 11 to 23 Vietnamese cuisine in combination with French Cuisine. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Le club No. 38,Dumas Street, Pondy 01. P. 2239745, 4210592, M. 9940970745,9629154520. W. leclubraj.com. Le Space No. 2, Rue Labourdonnais, Pondy 01. M. 9944337940 Creole Hotel De l Orient Neemrana Hotel, No. 17, Rue Romain Rolland, Pondy 01. P. 2343067, 68 & 74. W. www.neemranahotels.com Italian Umami Kitchen No. 14, Bazar Saint Laurent St, (opp Bamboos Garden Restaurant) Pondy 01. P. 4209387, M. 9787748481. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Don Giovanni Roof Top, Hotel Corbelli, No. 170, Mission St, Pondy 01. P. 98948 97955. Italian Food & Trading Pvt. Ltd. No. 55, Rue Vysial, Pondy 01. P. 2227369. Pasta Bar No. 248, Mission St, Pondy 01. P. 4200463. E. pondymgr@thepastabarveneto.com. W. www.thepastabarveneto.com A perfect Italian restaurant with lounge bar. Hrs: 11 to 23 Chinese Chinatown No. 42, 1st floor, Ambour Salai (above Hot reads), Pondy 01. P. 2226588, 2226583, 3191066. M. 93677 04061. E. ganesamoorthy@orientalcuisines.in, W. www.orientalcuisines.in --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- La Terrasse No. 2, Subbiah Salai, Pondy 01. P. 2220809. Vietnamese Le Vietnam No. 6, Bussy St, Romain Rolland St Cutting, Pondy 01. P. 2340111. Hrs. 11 to 23 Vietnamese cuisine in combination with French Cuisine. Others 26] CITY 365 PONDICHERRY This issue Mar 2014 Bon Bakes No. 18, Ambour Salai, Pondy 01. Opp. to BSNL Head Office, Near Head Post Office. P. 2330555, 2331555. Confectionery, Bakery and Euro Restaurant. Come and enjoy our bakery products and our continental specialities - pasta s, pizza s, burgers, hotdogs, grills, steaks, soups and salad s. La Caravelle (Fusion Food) La Maison Rose No. 8, Romain Rolland Street, Pondy 01. P. 4210806. Hours: 10am to 11pm Short to long Italian espresso, cappucino, tea, fresh juices and original syrups served along with desserts in a beautiful garden setting. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Le Ciel Ajantha Sea View No. 50, Goubert Avenue, Beach Road, Pondy 1. P. 2349032, 2349033, E. info@ajanthaseaviewhotel.com.
Rendez Vous (French & Italian) No. 30, (Opp. City Bank) Rue Suffren, Pondy 01. P. 2227677 Indian South Indian Maison Perumal (Kerala) No. 4,4 Perumal Koil St, P. 2227519, M. 9442127519, E. maisonperumal@cgearth.com, W. www.cghearth.com Beautiful boutique hotel, culinary experience drawn from Tamil Nadu, Pondicherry, Kerala. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Adyar Anandha Bhavan No. 25, Nehru St, Pondy 01. P. 2223333 Gongura (Andhra) Hotel Season, No.132, Vellala St, Pondy 01. P. 2343539 / 639 Indian Coffee House No. 48, Nehru St, Pondy 01. P. 2337572 North Indian The Indian Kaffe Express No. 3,(New)Dumas Street,Pondy. M. 9789198989, E. theindiankaffeexpress@gmail.com, All day fine cafeing!delectable selection of north indian fusion menu and the finest coffee in town. Plush soothing interiors and different from the run of mill places around town. Hrs. 8.30 to 22.30 No holidays. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Punjabi Dhaba No. 31, Mission St, Pondy 01. (Perumal Koil St cutting), P. 2330821. Vegetarian Surguru No. 99, Mission St, Pondy 01. P. 4308082, 4308083. A unit of Hotel Surguru Pondicherry. 28] CITY 365 PONDICHERRY This issue Mar 2014 Surguru No.104, S V Patel Road, Pondy 01. P. 2339022, 2227290. E. info@hotelsurguru.com. W. www.hotelsurguru.com. Surguru Near Education Department, 100ft Road, Pondy 03. P. 4308088 Surguru Spot No. 12, JN Street, Pondy 01. P. 4308084. A unit of Hotel Surguru Pondicherry. The Haveli Hotel Annamalai No. 479, Kamaraj Salai, Pondy 13. P. 2247001, E. info@hotelannamalai.com. W. www.hotelannamalai. com. Vegetarian restaurant with unique ambience of Rajasthan decor. Serves authentic North & South Indian dishes. Hrs. 12 to 23 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Hotel Jayaram No. 90, Kamaraj Salai, Pondy 01. P. 2214311. M. 9600949990 Ram International No. 398, Anna Salai, Pondy 01. P. 2337230, M. 9790581521. pizzeria Café Xtasi No. 245, Mission St, (Near Surguru) Pondy 01. P. 4209062, M. 99947 00098. E. manavachal@gmail.com. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Pizza Corner Casablanca No. 165, JN St. corner, Mission St, Pondy 01. P. 2344111 Pizza Hut No. 4, (Near Old Court) Rue Bussy, Pondy 01. P. 4210999 café & bakery Baker s Street No. 123, Bussy St, Pondy 01. P. 6458888, M. 9994427 899. E. jas.delicacies@gmail.com,
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Restaurant W. www.baker-street.co.in. An exclusive outlet for french foods. Bakery, Desserts, Ice Creams & more. Artika-Cafe des Artistes No.1, Rue Labourdonnais, Pondy 01. P. 4300080, M. 9894910080, E. karthiksugumaran@hotmail.fr DL Cakers No.18, Mission St, Pondy 01. P. 4304000, M. 9790011045, 9443246185. Café des Arts No. 10, Suffren St, Pondy 01. M. 9994481914, W. www.cafedesartspondicherry.com Zuka (earlier known as Choco-la) No. 319, Mission St, Pondy 01. P. 2221191. M. 9786599854. W. www.ebonyfoods.in Bon Bakes No. 18, Ambour Salai, Pondy 01. Opp. to BSNL Head Office, Near Head Post Office. P. 2330555, 2331555. Confectionery, Bakery and Euro Restaurant. Come and enjoy our bakery products and our continental specialities - pasta s, pizza s, burgers, hotdogs, grills, steaks, soups and salad s. Le Hidesign Café No. 69, JN Street, Pondy 01. Fashionable lounging on top of our flagship store. Free Wifi, free gossip & long lazy evenings. The Indian Kaffe Express No. 3,(New)Dumas Street,Pondy. M. 9789198989, E. theindiankaffeexpress@gmail.com. All day fine cafe-ing!delectable selection of north indian fusion menu and the finest coffee in town. Plush soothing interiors and different from the run of mill places around town. Hrs. 8.30 to 22.30 No holidays. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Amber Ocean Spray No. 7,8,9, ECR Main road, Manjakuppam, Tamil Nadu 604303. P. 32650000, Extn.1550, E. info@oceanspray.in, W. www.oceanspray.in Daily Bread No. 54, 1st flr, Ambour Salai, Pondy 01 P. 2226268, 2226302, W. dailybreadpondicherry.com Hot Breads No. 42, Ambour Salai, Pondy 01. P. 2227886 / 87 Zuka No. 319, Mission St, Pondy 01. P. 2221191, M. 9786599854, W. www.ebonyfoods.in CHOCOLATES Baker s Street No. 123, Bussy St, Pondy 01. P. 6458888, M. 9994427 899. E. jas.delicacies@gmail.com, W. www.baker-street.co.in. An exclusive outlet for french foods. Bakery, Desserts, Ice Creams & more. Bon Bakes No. 18, Ambour Salai, Pondy 01. Opp. to BSNL Head Office, Near Head Post Office. P. 2330555, 2331555. Confectionery, Bakery and Euro Restaurant. Come and enjoy our bakery products and our continental specialities - pasta s, pizza s, burgers, hotdogs, grills, steaks, soups and salad s. Zuka No. 319, Mission St, Pondy 01. P. 2221191, M. 9786599854, W. www.ebonyfoods.in fast food Ck s No. 58, Mission St, Pondy 01. P. 4200010. KFC MG Road, Pondy 01. P. 4200010. ice cream Arun Icecream No. 36, Goubert Avenue, Beach Road, Pondy 04. P. 30] CITY 365 PONDICHERRY This issue Feb 2014 2227232 / No. 126, Mission St, Pondy 01. P. 2338056 Fruitz Ice Creams No. 7, J.J Apparts, Rangapillai St, Pondy 01. P. 2343572, E. pondyfreshnaturals@gmail.com Ibaco No.14, Rue Dupuy, White Town, Pondy 01. M. 9626831493 Manana No. 653, MG Road, (Near Railway Station) Pondy 01. P. 4308384. Richy Rich No. 25, (Manukula Vinayagar Temple Cutting) Nehru St, Pondy 01 / No. 52, Rangapillai St, Pondy 01 / No. 100, Nehru St, M. 9025252214. concept store Baker s Street No. 123, Bussy St, Pondy 01. M. 9994427899, P. 6458888, E. jas.delicacies @gmail.com, W. www.baker-street. co.in. Exclusive outlets for French foods, Bakery, Desserts, IceCreams & more. ORGANIC FOOD Arokya Nature Restaurant New No. 27/Old No.23, Vysial St, Pondy 01. M. 8807372921, E. arokyanaturerestaurant@yahoo.co.in lounge bar & bar Resort Kailash Beach Resort (Ground Level Lounge Bar) Purnankuppam Village, Ariyankuppam Commune, Pondy 07. P. 2619700. Le Pondy (1st Flr. Lounge Bar) No. 3, Lake View Road, Pudukuppam, Nallavadu Post, Pondy 07. P. 2619888. Nalla Eco Beach Resort (Ground Level Lounge Bar) Alamaram St, Chinna Kalapet, Pondy 14. P. 2655683-86. SKA (Ground Level Lounge Bar) Ocean Spray. No. 789, ECR Main Rd, Manjakuppam, ECR to Pondy, Tamil Nadu 604 303. P. 2650000. The Windflower (Roof top/beach View) Survey No. 198/1, 198/2, Manaveli Revenue Village, Maraimalai Adigal St, Chinna Veerampattinam, Ariyankuppam Post, Pondy 07. P. 2603200. Stand alone Seagulls (Sea facing) Near Old Port, No. 19, Dumas St, Pondy 01. P. 2338643. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- China Town (1st Flr. Lounge Bar) No. 42, 1st floor, Ambour Salai, Pondy 01. P. 2226588, 2226583, 3191066. M. 93677 04061. Veneto Pasta Bar (Lounge Bar) No. 248, Mission St, Pondy 01. P. 4200463. Kailash Beach Resort (Ground Level Lounge Bar) Purnankuppam Village, Ariyankuppam Commune, Pondy 07. P. 2619700. The Windflower (Roof top/beach View) Survey No. 198/1, 198/2, Manaveli Revenue Village, Maraimalai Adigal St, Chinna Veerampattinam, Ariyankuppam Post, Pondy 07. P. 2603200. attached Courtyard (Ground Level Lounge Bar) Le Dupleix, No. 5, Rue de la Caserne, Pondy 01. P. 2226999. Risque (Ground Level Lounge Bar) The Promenade, No. 23. Goubert Avenue, Pondy 01. P. 2227750. S3 (Ground Level Lounge Bar) The Richmond, No. 12, Rue Labourdonnais, Pondy 01. P. 2346363. The Court of Bacchus (1st Flr. Lounge Bar) Hotel Annamalai Intn. No. 479, Kamaraj Salai, Saram, Pondy 13. P. 2247114.
Vacation The coastal town of Pondicherry has redefined itself over the years from a former French enclave, to a spirituality hub, to a cove of rejuvenation and wellness. It would be criminal to leave without having gone under the expert hands of the trained masseurs here. Most centers will offer you an assortment of treatments to choose from, whether beauty care, slimming and herbal treatments or just pain relief massages. And this is just skimming the surface! For tourists plagued with swollen limbs caused by extended travel times, good news awaits in the form of the lymphatic drainage massage treatment which eliminates oedema swelling caused by an over accumulation of fluids in body tissue. This drainage therapy detoxifies the whole internal system, and has garnered a sizable fan following in recent times.
Hair-related treatments are soaring in popularity thanks to premature greying and rapid hair fall that has taken a toll on both men and women in their late twenties or early thirties. Young men are now faced with a seemingly harmless pattern of frontal hair thinning which quickly escalates to scalp and crown balding. While some blame it on the hard water, others blame it on stress. Either way, chunks of hair continue to free fall as the clock ticks. Surely hair transplants are possible but the risk of scarring and infections looms precariously. Why not instead settle for a free consultation with the in-house doctor? If time does not permit a hop over to the neighboring state Kerala, no worries. The famous Kerala Ayurveda technique has been around in Pondy for years now. Ayurveda which means Science of Life is huge in Pondy thanks to the ubiquitous presence of centers that have mushroomed all over the town. Preventive and curative measures help curb arthritis, obesity, spondylosis, skin issues, diabetes, rheumatism, etc. Urban lifestyle disorders such as stress and insomnia are also taken care of ably. If you are a woman who prefers being treated by female staff, Pondy won t let you down. Get rid of those inhibitions and treat yourself to a therapeutic massage infused with generous portions of oil. Baby massage and massage for pregnant women as well as special spinal massage are a few favorites. Pregnant women can also opt for a tailormade hatha yoga class which holds immense benefits for the unborn baby and mother. Those who fancy a massage in the privacy of their homes only have to dial a number and the masseur will be there - oil, towels and massage table in tow. Massage aside, Pondy also happens to host the annual International Yoga Festival. This January, a series of exciting events played out along the promenade such as Sunrise Mass Yoga, workshops on Laughter Therapy, Classical Yoga, Yoga for Diabetes, Dance Therapy, Personality Development, etc. Yoga classes are pretty popular with expats and travelers who linger on in the city for longer periods of time. A special note must be made of Watsu, an aquatic massage technique which invites you to defy gravity whilst floating in a pool of waist deep warm water. An instructor will cradle your body, with one hand supporting the back of your knees, and the other your back. Complete trust in your instructor forms the backbone of Watsu, and is the only way to achieve the lightness of being so to say. It s the buoyancy of the water that lets your spinal column to be moved in ways that aren t possible on land. Many claim that Watsu works on an emotional level as well, promoting deep trust and connection. Look up a few videos of Watsu on Youtube if curiousity has gotten the better of you. Learning the Ropes... Just a few kilometers north of Pondy lies the City of Dawn, Auroville which is where you d ideally head to, to master the techniques of wellness and rejuvenation. Certification could be possible depending on the center and course you choose. The options are quite staggering and range from hatha yoga classes, acupuncture, free flow, integral meditation, yoga nidra, Reiki, homeopathy, polarity therapy, pranic healing, crystal healing, foot reflexology, deep tissue massage, Thai massage, Shiatsu and more. When in Pondy, set aside some time from your touristy train to heal, rejuvenate and transform your mind and body with what the city has to offer. The best part is that the options cater to every need and budget whilst letting you into a world of time-tested ancient traditions. It s true that not every center will be a luxurious affair with candlelight and incense however the services are trusty, potent and full value-for-money. Welcome summer
Wellness Ayurveda / Parlours / Hearing Aid / Dentist / Clinical Equipments Ayurveda Birla Kerala Ayurveda No. 83, Eswaran Koil St, (Opp. Clinic Nallam), Pondy 01. P. 2224443. Santhigiri Ayurveda & Siddha Hospital Devi Appartment, B Block, No. 6, SV Patel Salai, Pondy 01. P. 2225898. Only hospital offering ayurvedic & siddha treatment. Visit for free consultation. Hrs. 6 to 20. Parlours Green Trends Old No. 9-B, New No. 17, Lal Bahadur Shastry St, (Opp. Old Law College) Pondy 01. P. 2343353, 2343354. Naturals Unisex Saloon No. 52, Montorsier St, MG Road, Pondy 01. P. 4500330, 4500350. No. 83/84, Sithanantha Nagar, J - Plaza, Ellaipillaichavady (Above Daily Bread) Pondy 01. P. 2206322. No. 39, S.V. Patel Salai, Pondy 605001. P. 4500066, 4500044. Prabhass V Care No. 221, Mission St, Pondy 01. P. 2348920, 2348921. M. 9094488888. E. info@vcaretrichology.com Studio Profile No. 5, Bussy St, Pondy 01. P. 4210114 M. 9655222012. E. studioprofile.pondy@gmail.com Gym Talwalkars HIFI Gym No. 155, Mission St, Pondy 01. M. 9655696880, E.talwalkarshifipondy@gmail.com Medical Equipments Sri Lakshmi Scientific Co. No. 111, Lenin St, Kosapalayam, Pondy 34] CITY 365 PONDICHERRY This issue Mar 2014 13. P. 2240408, 2242703. M. 9842322023. E. laxmiscientific@ yahoo.co.in. W. www.lakshmiscientificpy.com, Glucometre, Digital BP Monitor, Wheel Chair, Nebulizer, Walking Stick, Commode Chair, Weight Scale, Water Bed, Air Bed, Hot Water and Ice Bag, Cervical Coller, Oxygen (O 2 ) concentrated, MCP Chapel, Stockings all surgicals, Oxygen Cylinder. Hospital AG Padmavathi Hospital Pvt Ltd M.9894437166. P. 2205762, 2204621 Apollo Hospital Information Centre M. 9994983840. P. 4205678, 4208383 AIH Clinic for Orthopaedic Special Surgery No. 265, Bussy St, (Near Kamban Kalai Arangam) Pondy 01. P. 2222228, M. 90035 48023 Aravind Eye Hospital Cuddalore Main Road, Abishekapakkam Post, Thavalakuppam, Pondy 07. P. 2619100 East Coast Hospital No. 1, Perambai Road, Paris Nagar, Moolakulam, Pondy 10. P. 2297800, E. echpondy@yahoo.co.in, W. www. eastcoasthospital.com New Medical Centre No. 470, MG Road, Pondy 01. P. 2225286, 2225287, 2228995. E. drarjunsundaram@gmail.com. Hearing Aid Decibel Audiology Centre No. 216, Lal Bahadur Shatri St, Pondy 01. P. 2228888. M. 9443379762.
Accommodation Resort / Luxury / Mid-Scale / Standard / To Stay In Karaikal RESORTS (BF-Breakfast, T - Transfer) Category Check-in BF T Mango hill 2500-3800 12 noon x ü Old Auroville road, Bommayapalayam, Tamil Nadu 104, Near Pondy. P. 2655491, 2655492. E. contact@hotel-mangohill-pondicherry. com. W. www.hotel-mangohill-pondicherry.com. 24 rooms with private terrace & sea view. 10 cottage rooms over the swimming pool with scenic atmosphere. Facilities - Internet, Ayurvedic spa etc. Seagulls Chunnambar River Inn 2950 12 noon ü ü Pondy - Cuddalore Road, Nonankuppam, Ariyankuppam Post, Pondy 07. P. 2600816, 2602940, 2339497. E. wowseagulls@gmail.com. Life Time memorable stay in Pondy. Multi- Cuisine all day dinning restaurant. Take away café shop, Continental, Indian, Chinese and Tandoori Menu. Beach Quick lunch, special beach event & buffet lunch & dinner, sea beach walk, water sport, pleasure sport ride. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Big Beach (Zest) 6000 12 noon ü x R.S. No.200, 201 Valluvar Medu, Near. Nycer Factory, Manapattu Village, Bahour Commune Panchayat, Pondy 604127. P. 2616100/200 Le Pondy 5500-15000 12 noon ü x No.3, Lake View Road, Pudukuppam, Nallavadu Post, Pondy 07. P. 2619666, F. 2619888, E. reservations@lepondy.com Nalla Eco Beach Resort 2900-4900 24 hrs ü x Alamaram St, Chinna Kalapet, Pondy 14. P. 2655686, E. info@nallabeachresort.com. Green Park Resort 2700-4500 24 hrs ü x 6/4, Cuddalore Road, Thavalakuppam, Pondy 07. P. 9597474563. The Ashok Beach Resort 5000-12000 12 noon x ECR, Kalapet Beach, Pondy 14. P. 2655160-63. The Wind Flower 6300-12600 12 noon ü ü Survey No. 198/1, 198/2, Manavalli Revenue Village, Maraimalai Adigal St, Chinna Veerampattinam, Ariyankuppam Post, Pondy 07. P. 2602300, W. thewindflower.com 36] CITY 365 PONDICHERRY This issue Mar 2014
Accommodation LUXURY (BF-Breakfast, T - Transfer) Category Check-in BF T Hotel Annamalai International 3000-6300 24 hrs ü ü No. 479, Kamaraj Salai, Saram, Pondy 13. P. 2247001. F. 2242015. E. info@hotelannamalai.com, W. www.hotelannamalai.com. 4star Hotel with 70 rooms. 3 restaurants, 4 conference halls, swimming pool and gym. Hotel Bon Séjour 2800-6000 24 hrs ü ü No. 252, Lenin St, Kosapalayam, Pondy 13. P. 2248800/11, 2249900. M. 7639000111. E. gm@hotelbonsejour.com. W. www.hotelbonsejour.com. Beautiful spacious lawn of 45000 sq. ft., Bon Séjour is a beautiful manifestation of cultural heritage. At closest proximity to the main bus stand and all major attractions of the city. Hotel Green Palace 1600-3500 24 hrs ü x No. 140, Maraimalai Adigal Salai, Pondy. P. 2206000, 2206934. E. info@hotelgreenpalace.in, W. www.hotelgreenpalace.in. Le Dupleix 7500-10200 12 noon ü x No. 5, Rue de la Caserne, Pondy 01. P. 2226001 to 05. W. www.ledupleix.com. Beautiful heritage hotel with a nice restaurant. Maison Perumal cgh earth experience hotels 4730 12 hrs ü ü No.58, Perumal Koil St, Pondy 01. P.2227519, F. 2227523, M. 9442127519, E. maisonperumal@cghearth.com. W. www.cghearth.com Located on Perumal Koil Street in the Tamil quarter of Pondy. Is an amalgamation of French & Tamil cultures. Palais de Mahe cgh earth experience hotels 12000 12 noon ü ü No. 4, rue Bussy, Pondy 01. P. 2345611, M. 9442127519. The Promenade 6500-15000 12 noon ü ü No. 23, Goubert Avenue, Pondy 01. P. 2227750-7 lines. E. promenade@sarovarhotels.com, W. www.sarovarhotels.com A luxury boutique hotel on the ocean front located in the French Quarter. The Richmond 2250-5750 12 noon ü ü No. 12, Labourdonnais Street, Pondy 01. P. 2346363, E. richmondpondy@gmail.com. A hotel with luxurious rooms, restaurants & bar. A beautiful place with all modern amenities. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Accord Puducherry 4500-7500 12 noon ü ü No.1, Thilagar Nagar, Ellaipillaichavadi, Pondy 09. P. 2299000. Anandha Inn 3750-7000 24 hrs ü x No. 154, SV Patel Road, Pondy 01. P. 2233000. Atithi 3800-5500 12 noon ü ü No. 126, S.V. Patel Salai, Pondy 01. P. 2345000. M. 9003043214, E. atithi@aitkenspencehotel.in. Hotel De l Orient Neemrana Hotel 3500-7000 12 noon ü ü No. 17, Rue Romain Rolland, Pondy 01. P. 2343067, 68 & 2346589. E. lorient@neemranahotels.com, W.www.neemranahotels.com. La Maison Tamoule - A Neemrana non hotel 3000-5000 12&2 noon ü ü No. 44, Vysial St, Pondy 01. P. 2224103. M. 9786100423. E. lmt@neemranahotels.com. W. www.neemranahotels.com. Le Royal Park 5000-12000 12 noon ü x No. 168, Kamaraj Salai, Saram, Pondy 13. P. 2231500, W. leroyal.park-pondicherry.com. 38] CITY 365 PONDICHERRY This issue Mar 2014
Ocean Spray 7000-10700 10/12 noon ü ü No. 7,8,9, ECR Main Rd, Manjakuppam, ECR to Pondy, Tamil Nadu 604303. P. 2650000, E. info@oceanspray.in, W. www.oceanspray.in. The Sun Way GRT GRAND 4500-8000 12 noon ü ü GRT Grand, No. 155 D, 100 ft Road, Pondy 04. P. 2281608, M. 9600234567. E. reservation@grtsunway.com, W. www.grthotels.com. Villa Bayoud 2000-4000 12 noon ü x No. 5, Rue Saint Martin, Pondy 01. P. 2227426. E. villabayoud@gmail.com. MID-SCALE (BF-Breakfast, T - Transfer) Category Check-in BF T Devis Grand 1250-2150 24 hrs x x No. 237, Bussy St, Pondy 01. P. 2220222, M. 97866 75758, E. enquiry@devisgrand.com, W. www.devisgrand.com. Restaurant attached serving speciality Chettinad Cusine menus. Hotel Surguru 1800-2300 24 hrs x x No.104, Sardar Vallabhai Patel Road, Pondy 01. P. 2339022, 2227290. E. info@hotelsurguru.com. W. www.hotelsurguru.com. Restaurant with Continental & Indian Veg cuisine menus. Credit Card, Doctor on call, Travel Desk, Same Day Laundry, Internet Access. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Ajantha Beach Guest House 1000-4000 12 noon x ü No.1, Rue Bazar Saint Laurent Street, Beach Road, Pondy 01. P. 2338898, 2338899. Ajantha Sea View 3500-4500 12 noon ü x No. 50, Goubert Avenue, Beach Road, Pondy 1. P. 2349032, 2349033, F. 2349033. E. info@ajanthaseaviewhotel.com. Anantha Heritage 2000-4000 12 noon ü x No. 96, Perumal Koil St,Pondy 01. P. 2220605, M. 9003966521. E. booking@ananthaheritage.com. W.www.ananthaheritage.com. Mother Sea View Residency 1500-4000 12 noon x x No. 1-C, Rue Bazaar Saint Laurent St, Beach Road, Pondy 01. P. 2225999, 2225099, 4201889. Red Carpet Residence 1000-2500 24 hrs x ü 3rd cross St, Ananda Rangapillai Nagar, Pondy 08. P. 4207321, 2248207, 2248253, 2248321.
Accommodation STANDARD (BF-Breakfast, T - Transfer) Category Check-in BF T Castle Service Apartment 1750-3300 24 hrs x x Discount For: 1St Floor Apartment, Ground Floor Apartment, Entire Building. Total 13 A/c Rooms, Sea View Dining Hall, Sea View Roof Top 200 Mts Auro Beach. ECR, Auroville Main Road, Periya mudaliyarchavadi, Tamil Nadu. M.9843519997, 9025691010, E.rameshwfc@gmail. com, W.castleserviceapartment.com. Hotel Palanisamy 700-2800 24 hrs x ü New No. 468, MG Road, (Next to NMC Hospital), Pondy 01. P. 4201751, 4201752. E. hotelpalanisamypondy@gmail.com. W. www.hotelpalanisamy.com. 16 AC rooms, Internet, Laundry, Mini Bar, Permit Room, Chettinadu Restaurant, Conference Hall, Indoor Games, Travel Desk, Car Parking, PIZZA MANIA - Coffee Shop. To Stay in Karaikal (BF-Breakfast, T - Transfer) Category Check-in BF T Kumaran Residency 1964-2250 24 hrs ü x No. 18, Dr, Ambedkar St, Karaikal 609602. P. 04368 228348/49. E. checkinkumaran@yahoo.com. Centrally Located & at a walkable distance from the beach.conference Halls & Multicuisine facilities are available. Ample car parking space. GUEST HOUSE/HERITAGE(H) (BF-Breakfast, T - Transfer) Category Check-in BF T Dumas Guest House (H) 2400 12 noon ü x No. 36,Rue Dumas,Pondy 01. P. 2225726, 4210518. M. 9894172255. E. dumasgue st@gmail.com, jackie_blanc@yahoo.com. W. www.dumasguesthouse.com. Heritage rooms. Kailash Guest House (H) Pls. call 12 noon x ü No. 43, Vysial St, Pondy 01. (Mission St cutting). P. 2224485, M. 9443466144. E. kailashguest@gmail.com. La Maison Natura 500-750 12 noon x ü No. 62 & 64, Bajanai Madam St, Manjini Nagar, Muthialpet, Pondy 03. P. 2333044, M. 9944338207, E. naturahotels@gmail.com, info@lamaisonnatura.com, W. www.naturafoundations.org, lamaisonnatura.com. A comfort hostel for budget travelers and back packers who plan to stay in Pondy for a long time. Special offers available for students/volunteers comes for internship. La Marina (H) 2999-4000 24 hrs x ü No. 56 A, Romain Rolland St (White Town), Pondy 01. P. 4300333, E. contact@lamarinapondy.com, W. www.lamarinapondy.com A Heritage guest house & roof top multi- cuisine restaurant. At Home (H) 1600-4000 8.30 to 9am ü x No. 28, Captain Marious Xavier St, Pondy 01. P. 98436 01884. E. info@pondycherryguesthouse.com, W. www.pondycherryguesthouse.com. Villa Shanti 7000-11000 12 noon ü ü No. 14, Rue Suffren, Pondy 01. P. 4200028, 4200009. W. lavillashanti.com To Stay in Karaikal (BF-Breakfast, T - Transfer) Category Check-in BF T Kumaran Residency 1964-2250 24 hrs ü x No. 18, Dr, Ambedkar St, Karaikal 609602. P. 04368 228348/49. E. checkinkumaran@yahoo.com. Centrally Located & at a walkable distance from the beach.conference Halls & Multicuisine facilities are available. Ample car parking space. CASTLE SERVICE APPARTMENT A PLACE FOR COMFORTABLE STAY 40] CITY 365 PONDICHERRY This issue Mar 2014 ECR Auroville main road, Periyamudaliyar Chavadi, Tamil Nadu. Web. www.castleserviceappartment.com Mob. (0) 9025691010, 8940693606, 9600912825 Email. rameshwfc@gmail.com
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Travels Tours & Travels / Taxi Service / Visa Arrangements / Visa Extension Bereau of Immigration / Airlines Tours & Travels CNP Travels No.16 Kandappa Mudaiar St, Pondy 01. M.9443216997. Car Rental,Hotel Booking,Packages,Tour Guide, South India Tour Operating. Make My Trip, Old No. 14, New No. 28, Ambour Salai, (Next to traffic Police Station) Pondy 01. P. 4308747, 2348747. M. 9952640585. E. obt1.puducherry@makemytrip.in Travel Mate No. 13, Rue Candappa (off. Mission St) Pondy 01. P. 4200525, 2225257. M. 9894055995, 9362008468. E. travelmateconsulting@yahoo.com, info@thetravelmate.com, W. www.thetravelmate.com Air Ticketing, Car Rental, Hotel Bookings, Package Tours for individuals & Groups, Tour guide, Visa, Conference, Event Management. Hrs. 9.45 to 19.00 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Amsham Travels No. 48 B, Chetty St, Pondy 01. P. 2338513, 2339467 Atlanta Travels & Tours No. 496, MG Road, Pondy 01. P. 2225468, 2220168, 2228057. E. attpondy@bsnl.in Auro Travels 12-B, JN Street, Pondy 01. P. 4200106, 2335128, 2335560. W. www.aurotavels.in Bike Rental Bonjour Bonheur Forex Spot Pvt. Ltd. No. 119, Kosakadai St, Pondy 01. P. 2331732,2335921, 2331215, F. 2331734. E. bonbonspot@airtelmail.in, W www.bonjourbonheur.com Easyway No. 11, Surcouf St, Near Lycée Français, Pondy 01. P. 2227979, 4200066, F. 2227744. M. 8870788111. Shanti Travel No. 13, Romain Rolland St, Pondy 01. P. 4210401, 4210402, 4210403. M. 99435 94663.W. www.shantitravel.com Soundar Travels No. 64, Subbaiah Salai, (Opp to Railway Station) Pondy 01. P. 2224755. Traveler s Choice Bharathy Nagar, Auroville Main Rd, Auroville. P. 2622767, M. 9994692313. W. www.travelerschoice.in Taxi Service Taxi 4 You Pvt. Ltd No.111&113 (Ground Floor), Gingee Salai, Pondy 01. P. 4500444, M.09944942545, E.rajkumar@taxi4you.in, W.www.taxi4you.in Visa Arrangements Department of Immigration PHB Complex, Anna Nagar, Pondy-05. Regional Registration Office, P. 2201605 Office Working Hours:Reception Hrs: 09.30 to 13.00, Visa fee collection Hrs: 09.30 to 11.30, Documents issue Hrs: 16.00 to 17.00 (Monday to Friday) Ambal Bike Rental No. 106, Mission St, Chetty Koil Complex, Visa Extension Bureau of Immigration Pondy 01. P. 3198080, M. 9500889275, 7305678080 Shastri Bhavan, Haddows Road, Chennai. Ready to deliver vehicles at hotels within Pondy. All type of bikes P. 044 28251721, 23454973 available for rental. 42] CITY 365 PONDICHERRY This issue Mar 2014
P E A C E F U L PONDICHERRY a tranquil environment FANTASTICALLY RICH IN ELEMENTS OF CULTURAL HERITAGE To know more call +91 413 2339497 or visit http://tourism.puducherry.gov.in