Bahour’s Timeless Heritage Walk
History · Puducherry · 3 hours
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Overview
Step away from Pondicherry’s well-known sights and head south to Bahour, a town rich in Tamil and colonial heritage. This guided trail reveals Bahour’s past as one of French India’s oldest communes, showcasing temple architecture, colonial bungalows, village tanks, and forgotten landmarks.
- Visit the majestic Bahour temple complex with Chola-period inscriptions.
- See colonial remnants like the mairie (town hall) and school buildings.
- Walk through Bahour’s old French layout and Tamil agraharams (sacred streets).
- Explore Bahour Lake and the intricate water management systems of the past.
- Engage in storytelling with locals and observe everyday life in rural Pondicherry.
- End the walk with a quiet moment by the historic village tank, often visited by migratory birds.
Hosted in English
Meeting point
Ending point
What is included
Guided walking tour by a cultural historian or local expert
Entry permits (if required)
Light local snack
What is not included
Transfer to and from Bahour
Meals not mentioned
Good to know
- Hindi, French, German, Spanish speaking guides available on request
- Wear comfortable walking shoes, as the tour covers cobbled streets and uneven paths
- Dress for the weather cottons in summer, airy fabrics in monsoon, light jacket in winter
- Carry a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen to protect yourself from the tropical sun.
- Be mindful of waste, use bins provided and avoid littering in public spaces.
₹2,950/ guest
Free cancellation
