Visiting to Pondicherry? Just never forget to visit the famous White Town or the French Quarter, both which are going to leave your mouth watering. Situated on the coast and right in the city center, White Town is the place where colonial elegance of the French architecture reconnects with the colourful South Indian soul.
A Walk in French history
White Town was the colonial remnant where French families used to reside and still nowadays it exhibits European finery. The whole region is crafted with cozy townhouses, bright colonial structures, local cafes, and the resorts with heritage that were beautifully maintained or turned into today art galleries and stores.
Most of the constructions are colored in bright yellow and white colors, making the quarter look extremely photogenic. As you take a tour around its tree-lined streets, you will observe that a number of names of roads there still retain the French names and this can be a tongue twister but a pleasure to the history and language admirers.
White Town Major Attractions
A history enthusiast or an art admirer or even a person who only wants to enjoy a quiet stroll, in White Town you will find what you are looking at. There are a few landmarks and you must visit these places within and in White Town:
- Sri Aurobindo Ashram- Religious ashram where tranquility is a way of life
- Pondicherry Museum- Art and artifacts, colonial history exhibition
- Joan of Arc Park A scenic green oasis that is an escape hole
- Old Court Complex- A flashback into colonialism administration building A look back into colonial administrative building
Cafe culture the shopping
White Town also has the European style cafes, where you will have the authentic French dishes, croissant and the locally made coffee. Make sure you visit boutique shops and art galleries, in which you will be offered a handcrafted artwork, personally made souvenirs, and fusion decor items of Tamil-French.
White Town walking tour will transport one to a living museum, a near-perfect combination of colonial heritage of Pondicherry and contemporary colors. Visiting this side of the city alone or with the support of friends and family members will make sure to provide you with everlasting beauty and cultural experience.