This pretty French influenced city is located along the south-east coast of India on the Bay of Bengal. Its architecture is cheerful and colorful.
Kolam art is very popular in Pondicherry. A kolam is drawn with white rice powder every morning in doorway entrances in honor of the Goddess Lakshmi (Hindu goddess of wealth and good fortune) and to bring harmony and joy into the house.
The black stones are a feature of the beach.
In the evenings people dress up to walk along the Seaside Promenade. It is a beautiful site to see the women in their colorful saris. In the afternoons it is deserted under a hot Greek-like blue sky.
Sri Aurobindo Ashram is in Pondicherry and it is here really where my spiritual quest took a leap forward. No photographs are permitted inside the Aurobindo Ashram. Having taken off my sandals I stepped into a beautiful garden overflowing with flowers. People sat in a circle and meditated. I felt like I was touching the spiritual heart of India.
Carol Balawyder 
How bright and lovely it all is, Carol! I like the custom of the promenade. And I’m sure you had a powerful experience at the ashram. Thanks for sharing.
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You’re welcome, Margot. Unfortunately, I didn’t have a photo of the promenade at night. It is really a colorful feast for the eyes with all the beautiful women in their saris. 🙂
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Thanks for sharing your gorgeous photos, Carol. That architecture is stunning!
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Thanks for commenting, Jill. Sorry I’m so late in responding – just had problems with my comments section but hopefully things are cleared up. The architecture was in the French quarter and it truly s remarkable. Keep well. ❤
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Lovely photographs, I love those colours, a walk along that promenade is what we all need a the moment. I am really enjoying reading ‘Warning Signs’ Carol.
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Oh, I am so happy that you are enjoying Warning Signs. Thank you for reading it. And yes, we all need a bit of color and a walk in nature these days. ❤
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Hi. I never knew about Kolam art before. Among other things, it’s charming. Take care.
Neil Scheinin
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I also didn’t know about Kolam art. That’s what travelling does to you. 🙂 Be well, Neil 🙂
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Hi Carol,Thanks for this little cameo of Pondicherry. In the past it was once a journey I wanted to take, Auribindo.I now have put it of to my next life, satisfyingly…I trust you are well and able to concentrate on your writing. Personally I find it even more difficult these days than usually…I hope all your family is well, particularly Michael. All of my gang is fine.Take care and remain of good cheer.RSent from my Galaxy Tab® E
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So wonderful to hear that everyone is safe. Did you know that there is an Auriobindo Center on St Denis Street? Keep well, keep safe. ❤
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I liked the post
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Thanks. ❤
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Beautiful photos Carol. It feels so Eat Pray Love 🙂 xx
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Thanks for the generous comment, Debby. How I wish I was as successful! 🙂
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It doesn’t mean you aren’t, it just means the right eyes haven’t found you 🙂 xx
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A very pretty place. Colourful and clean, and how nice to have the water so close.
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It is a pretty place. A tourist town with much French influence. Thanks for stopping by, Anneli and sorry for this late response as I am catching up on my comments which I was unaware I had. Be well. ❤
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No problem. We all have a lot going on that’s different in our lives.
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It looks beautiful, Carol. I like the ‘dressing up to walk along the beach’.
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So unfortunate, Jacqui, that I didn’t have a photo of the beautiful women in their colorful saris. It was a delightful sight! So romantic. ❤
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Looks like an idyllic place. Thanks fo the lovely photos. xo
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Thanks for stopping by, Darlene, and for your kind words. ❤
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Beautiful pictures
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Thanks, Leyla. I appreciate this comment coming from such an accomplished photographer. xxx
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oh wow! India looks beautiful! i feel so proud to be part of this community and see others appreciate our INDIA
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There is so much beauty in India. I want to return. ❤
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