The Botanical Garden of Puducherry is a quiet location surrounded by greeneries, colors of flowers, and remote plants. It is located in 22 acres of land and could be classified as one of the best nature attraction or tourist spot in Pondicherry suitable to all nature loving people, families, and photographers.
This historical garden was constructed in 1826 by a French colonist, C.S. Perrotet, but currently it has turned out to be a green heart of the city. With over 1,500 species of plants gathered globally, the garden houses those plants.
Opening and Closing Time and Entrance Charge
- Timing: 10 00 AM to 5 00 PM (Every day of the week)
- Admission Fee: Quite insignificant (free for children and quite expensive to adults)
When to go to Botanical Garden Puducherry
The most suitable time to visit Botanical Garden is during spring winter months in between November to March when weather is pleasant. This is the best time to check in the garden with no concern of heat or humidity.
Special Event, The Annual Flower Festival
The Botanical Garden mounts a Flower Festival annually which is the attraction of tourists and admirers of flowers from all corners of India. It is an event held on display of rare flowers and garden art as well as exhibitions concerning the plants. It is fantastic to visit during the period in which you love photography or gardening.
Activities to do in Botanical Garden
- Take a family picnic under trees and have shade
- Stroll across vegetable gardens and lawns
- See the musical fountain at night
- Ride the children toy train
- Go to the mini- aquarium and rock garden of Japan
- Gorgeous images at the entrance gate of French style
Why You Should Go
- Sanity in escaping from urban dinners
- The best place to read on plants and biodiversity
- Entertainment to children, adults and nature lovers
- It is a nice place to relax, practice yoga, or read under trees
