Where tourism is concerned Pondicherry has no scarcity of delightful tourist spots. The peaceful yet exciting beaches, the monuments with colonial nostalgia and the Back water lakes & Gardens in Pondicherry are among the major Pondicherry attractions.
Speaking about the Back water lakes & Gardens in Pondicherry, few places need definite mention. They are:-
Located at the southern side of the New Bus Stand, the Botanical Gardens is a great crowd puller for the nature lovers and green activists. It also attracts the general tourists with its colorful flower beds, paths lined with stones and gravels and never before seen trees. The musical fountain will please the children and adults alike. The Bharati Park serves as the lungs of the Pondicherry City with its long stretch of green patch. The well maintained park is adorned with artificial hills, numerous trees, ponds and granite benches. It is a very popular picnic spot.
Keezhoor is a village with rich presence of the four hundred years old banyan tree. One of the most popular areas of the Union Territory of Pondicherry, the Chunnambar Backwater is very close to the main city. The Chunnambar Backwater area is a hot bed of varied activities like yachting, boating, sun bathing etc. The sports freaks will have a gala time here with the provision of sports like beach volley, horse riding in the beaches and many more. One can watch the lovable dolphins entertaining the spectators with their tricks. In one word the place is must visit for anyone who loves to enjoy.
