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Auroville

Universal Township

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1 dayIdeal stay₹1,000From / nightFreeEntryOctober – MarchBest windowPuducherryNearest rail · 12 km

An experimental international township founded in 1968 by The Mother. The golden Matrimandir is its meditation centre; visitors can walk the Banyan Tree path and explore craft workshops.

Pairs well with

Puducherry (Pondicherry)· 29m awayChidambaram· 2h awayMahabalipuram· 2h awayTiruvannamalai· 2h awayKanchipuram· 3h awayChennai· 3h away

When to go

Month-by-month fit

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GreatOkayAvoid⟡ Jul: 86
Honest take for Jul: Monsoon season — heavy rainfall expected. Good for nature lovers, but outdoor travel can be challenging. (high crowds.)

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Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors · Puducherry 12km · Chennai (MAA) 150km

Nearest transport

Puducherry12 km
Chennai (MAA)150 km

Stay options

budget₹1,000/night
mid₹2,800/night
luxury₹7,500/night

Best time to visit

October – March

How to get here

Puducherry → Auroville

cab · 0.5h

₹700

approx.

Nearby attractions

Matrimandir Visitor CentreBanyan TreeAuroville BakeryCycling trailsAuroville Beach

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