Pondicherry mangrove forest

You may not have heard about this place like myself, but its a hidden paradise to say the least. Bring the 2nd largest mangrove forest in the world (after sundarbans), this place gets you closer to nature in the best possible way. The almost empty beach which is reachable via the boat is an added advantage! A must visit if you are near Chidambaram. 15 km from town 10 of which are on a quieter rural road. Arrived at 8am opening time. Not too hot. Took an hour on a row boat for 160rs. That was enough for 'solo' me. With co. may have gone further if deeper meant better/different? Very little English from the rower but a friendly chap, kept hinting for a tip. Official payment made at office on jetty. Camera 25rs. Charged after.(told them to take it from tip). A nice experience worth it for the ride out of manic'ish Town. Enjoy! It is always better to go through official boats. Two categories are available. One is row boat and another is motor boat. Row boat can accommodate up to 4, but suggested only for three. You can engage it for two hours also. Motor boats you can accommodate 13 persons. You have to pay for full boat even if you have less no of persons It will be little hot at that time. 1. It is best to go there at around 8.30 AM 2. The boat charges are about Rs.700 for 2 hrs ride for 5-6 people. Don't go by motor boat or boat with shed. Carry water, and cap for the visit. 3. It usually takes about 3.30 hrs in total. It is about 18 Kms from Chidambaram. You can hire an au...

This post may contain compensated links. Find more info in my Boating in the mangroves forest (Arts and Crafts Village)– Timings, Ticket Price etc When you think of boating in Pondicherry, the Chunnambar boat usually comes to mind. But there is another boating option in Pondicherry in the Arts and Crafts village at Murungapakkam. To enjoy boating in the mangrove forest, you don’t need to go to Pichavaram or Muthupettai; Arts and Crafts Village in Murungapakkam offers this unique experience. This is one of the hidden gems of Pondicherry, located just 5 km from the Entry Fee/Ticket Price: There are no entry fees for Arts and Crafts village. Entry is free. Local Artisans crafts Arts and Crafts village exhibits the local artisans works who were the residents of Pondicherry over the years. Going around the village, you can find many handicraft shops with unique handicrafts made by local artisans. Shops like woodcrafts – which makes wooden toys and other interesting hand-made wooden materials, Marble stone shop has displayed works from marble stones with agarbatti stands, candle stands, and soapboxes made up of marble stones which are time-consuming artworks on their own. Artisans working on wood Wooden toys Jute bags Coconut husks works Arts and Crafts Village There is also a Decorative candles shop, pottery studio, Jute bag shop, and other unique artefact shops that excite you. Not much crowd will be there since this place is still unknown to many. You can have a peaceful time...

Pondicherry is a heritage town that needs no introduction. With its beautiful beaches, gorgeous sunsets, hip cafeterias, happening pubs, and famous historical landmarks, Pondicherry beckons you into her fold. Delight in this beach town’s laidback ambience and its colonial history to make memories that last you a lifetime. While no one can get enough of this quaint town, a minimum 4-day Pondicherry itinerary is what you may need to cover the length and breadth of this place. So here is a 4-day Pondicherry itinerary for a unique trip Day 1: Of Serenity and Community 1. Auroville The Matrimandir in Auroville Image credit: www.pondicherrytourism.co.in- Location: Villupuram, Pondicherry Timing: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm every day. Entry fee: No entry fee. Do check out 2. Serenity Beach Serenity Beach Image credit: Pinterest Serenity Beach in Kottakuppam can be your first introduction to beach life in Pondicherry. Here you can sit back and relax while watching the waves, go sea-shell hunting, or build sandcastles. There is a natural stone bridge that you can walk on while taking in the breathtaking surroundings around you. Location: XRFV+8W, Kottakuppam, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu 605101 Timing: All days of the week. Entry fee: No entry fee. 3. Cafe des Arts Cafe des Arts To put a perfect end to your day, head over to Cafe Des Arts for a bite. This cafe is a renovated 19th-century French building with delicious offerings and a comfortable ambience. Do note, that it is often crowded and you...

The word "Mangrove" is considered to be a combination of the Portuguese word "Mangue" and the English word "grove". Mangroves are salt-tolerant plants of tropical and subtropical intertidal regions of the world. The specific regions where these plants occur are termed as 'mangrove ecosystem'. These are highly productive but extremely sensitive and fragile. Besides mangroves, the ecosystem also harbours other plant and animal species. Anthropological pressures and natural calamities are the enemies of the ecosystem. Growing industrial areas along the coastlines and discharge of domestic and industrial sewage are polluting these areas. Many studies have highlighted these problems and the conservation efforts are being considered. Experiences have proved that the presence of mangrove ecosystems on coastline save lives and property during natural hazards such as cyclones, storm surges and erosion. These ecosystems are also well known for their economic importance. They are breeding, feeding and nursery grounds for many estuarine and marine organisms. Hence, these areas are used for captive and culture fisheries. The ecosystem has a very large unexplored potential for natural products useful for medicinal purposes and also for salt production, apiculture, fuel and fodder, etc. The distribution of mangrove ecosystem on Indian coastlines indicates that the Sundarban mangroves occupy very large area followed by Andaman-Nicobar Islands and Gulf of Kachch in Gujarat. Rest of the man...

Mangrove forest? Just 80kms away from Pondicherry is Pichavaram Imagine boating through greenery in pristine waters sighting birds and few animals, yes Pichavaram with its meandering mangroves is the place to be. We were definitely spellbound by the boatride through this lesser known mangrove forest. This is definitely a must visit if visiting Pondicherry which is just 80 kms aways from here. Definitely will be an experience to remember for a lifeltime. There are speed boats and row boats which take you inside the mangroves. Boating here starts at 8am and goes on till 5 pm. This is a half day trip from Pondicherry and definitely a must visit I would say.  Imagine boating through greenery in pristine waters sighting birds and few animals, yes Pichavaram with its meandering mangroves is the place to be. We were definitely spellbound by the boatride through this lesser known mangrove forest. This is definitely a must visit if visiting Pondicherry which is just 80 kms awa...