Cocooned in the languor of a beachy vibe on the South-Eastern coast of India, Pondicherry has flowered into an unusual destination with a blend of colonial influences, including Dutch, English and especially French. From experimental community living at Auroville to architectural eye-candy at the old French town and jasmine stalls outside colourful temples, Pondy promises heady doses of bohemia on every front. Peel away the layers of time and capture the essence of the city in all its hues!