The Union Territory of Pondicherry is regarded as a unique blend of French colonial heritage, traditional culture, spiritual aura and cosmopolitan lifestyle. Pondicherry is located in southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu on the Bay of Bengal coast. Due to its close proximity to Chennai, Pondicherry can be reached very easily. Regarded as a picture perfect town, quiet Pondicherry also has scenic beaches and exotic resorts apart from monuments of historical importance and some natural hotspots. The building architecture and cuisine have a strong French tilt.

The French arrived in Pondicherry in the early 17th century. During British rule in the rest of India, the clash for the control of Pondicherry also intensified between the British and French. The French succeeded in maintaining a strong hold over Pondicherry in 1814 and remained in the beautiful town till 1954. Pondicherry became a part of Indian Union in 1954. The French influence could still be seen in many aspects of Pondicherry’s life.