Can I visit Auroville
Entry to Auroville’s landmark Matrimandir is highly restricted and the general public is not encouraged to visit it.
The reasoning is that it was created for serious spiritual seekers only.
However, you can go inside if you make a booking at least a day in advance (see more information below)..
What is special about Auroville
Auroville wants to be a universal town where men and women of all countries are able to live in peace and progressive harmony, above all creeds, all politics and all nationalities. … The purpose of Auroville is to realize human unity.
Are cars allowed in Auroville
Auroville has a not-for-profit transport service for Aurovilians, newcomers, volunteers, visitors and guests: Integrated Transport Service (ITS). ITS’s goal is to strive towards a pollution-free, safe transportation system by collaborating with community members to manifest the vision for mobility in Auroville.
Can I stay in Auroville
Can I Stay In Auroville? Yes, you can. Auroville has both, private as well as ‘Auroville’ guesthouses, for stay.
How do I get to White Town from Auroville
Take a local train from Park Town Station which is walking distance from Central Station for Guindi. Get down at Guindi Station and take a bus for Pondicherry from across the road. Ask the driver to drop you at the Auroville junction on the ECR Road. Take a bus for Pondicherry from across the road.
How far is Auroville from Pondicherry
Auroville is 16 km by bus from Pondicherry and 163 km by bus from Chennai. Trains are also available and they take 6 hours.
How do I book a room in Auroville
E-mail guestaccommodation@auroville.org.in It is highly advisable, in all seasons, before planning a visit to Auroville, to visit the http://guesthouses.auroville.org website. It offers a vast overview on different possibilities of accommodation in Auroville, at different levels of price, location, and comfort.
What is there in Auroville
Here are some of the best things to see and do in Auroville.Visit the Matrimandir. … Auroville Bakery and Boulangerie. … Visit Auroville Beach. … Cafe hopping. … Shopping at the Auroville Main Road Market. … Auroville Botanical Gardens. … Recreational learning (yoga, arts & crafts, sculpting)
How many days do you need in Auroville
Normally, you should budget Around 1 day as time taken to visit auroville.
Is Auroville open tomorrow
The most important thing to know is that auroville is closed on Sunday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday.
Can we wear shorts in Auroville
wearing shorts is Not a problem at all in Pondicherry. Majority of females wear it. Now a days even temple don’t have strict dress code. You can go to seawater in Paraidise beach.
How much does it cost to stay in Auroville
How much does it cost to stay at a guest house in Auroville? On average, a guest house in Auroville costs $14 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
What should I wear in Auroville
Dress by local standards, both men and women: Near villages, wear modest clothes; long pants or long shorts and tops with sleeves; no short- shorts, bathing costumes, or halter-tops. Men must wear a shirt in public places.
How do you get inside Auroville
Each individual who wish to go inside Matrimandir should go in person- it is not possible for one family member to go and get pass for everyone in family. It is not possible for tour operators to get you passes. It is not possible for a resident or volunteer or your hotel in Pondicherry to get you passes.
What is famous in Auroville
Auroville is famous for sharing Integral Yoga with the world, building a town in the desert, building a 29-meter tall gold dome, buying the largest optically perfect glass globe in the world, and sharing healthy products like spirulina, seeds and more.
What is the best time to visit Auroville
winter seasonOne can visit Auroville any time during a year. However, the best time to visit Auroville is winter season. Starting from October, the winter season in Pondicherry is the most pleasant time to explore the region. The season ends in the month of March.
How do you get to matrimandir in Auroville
You can stay in Puducherry (Pondicherry) and take a tourist car to visit Matrimandir. You can visit anytime during the day to get the outside view of the Mandir. If you desire to go to the Meditation Hall, then you have to book in advance the previous day. The Staff in Auroville Tourist Centre are friendly and helpful.