Pondicherry
Pondicherry’s wide boulevards, shuttered windows and laidback atmosphere hint at its French past, with a unique melange of Indian and French influences evident in its cuisine, architecture and language. Bougainvillea-draped colonial houses conceal courtyards heavy with the scent of fruit trees and spices, where dragonflies dart from leaf to leaf.
Pondicherry invites visitors to slow down and explore its streets at a leisurely pace. Just out of town, the spiritual destination of Auroville draws people from around the world in search of enlightenment, while an evening stroll along the promenade is a chance to soak in the faded elegance of the old town.
La Villa
Pondicherry, Tamil Nadu, India
La Villa is a luxury boutique hotel located in the town of Pondicherry in Tamil Nadu, India and is a beautifully restored historic 19th century French Manor House. With just six fantastic suites, La Villa is a triumph of design and thoughtful restoration.
Palais de Mahe
Pondicherry, Tamil Nadu, India
The Palais de Mahe is located in the old French quarter of Pondicherry in India, just 50 metres the from seafront. It is a colonial style boutique hotel with just 18 rooms and is an elegant and charming option for those on a tour through Tamil Nadu.