Q&A

Is Auroville beach open now?

Is Auroville beach open now?

Timings:The beach is open every day from morning 7 AM till evening at 6 PM.

Is Auroville Pondicherry open?

Visitors Centre and Matrimandir re-open It will be possible for day visitors to visit the Matrimandir Viewing Point to see the Matrimandir from outside. Kindly book your arrival time slot on visit.auroville.org since entries per hour will be limited to avoid overcrowding.

Is money used in Auroville?

Instead of paper and coin currency, residents are given account numbers to connect to their central account. Visitors are requested to get a temporary account and an Aurocard (debit card). Residents of Auroville are expected to contribute a monthly contribution to the community.

How do you get inside Auroville?

Start at the Visitors’ Centre to get a general idea. Get a token for a visit to the Matrimandir viewing point in the city’s central Peace Area between 9 – 12pm or 2-4.30pm. A relaxed 15 minute shaded walk from the Visitors’ Centre gets you there, or use a shuttle when needed.

How to get to Auroville Beach from Pondicherry?

The Auroville beach is situated 12 km away from Pondicherry. You can take a public transport such as autorickshaw or bus to reach the Auroville beach. Ask a question from the travellers who have experience.

Which is the best beach to visit in Pondicherry?

Auroville Beach, also known as the Auro Beach is located in Pondicherry. It is a part of the Auroville Ashram and is situated about 10 kilometres away. The beach is about 12 kilometres away from Pondicherry and lies on the right-hand side of East Coast Road.

Where is Matrimandir viewing point in Auroville?

Get a token for a visit to the Matrimandir viewing point in the city’s central Peace Area between 9 – 12pm or 2-4.30pm. A relaxed 15 minute shaded walk from the Visitors’ Centre gets you there, or use a shuttle when needed.

Is the Auroville and Matrimandir free of charge?

Access to Auroville and Matrimandir is free of charge for everybody. and want to just hop in and out, go directly to the Visitors’ Centre, known to all cabs and rickshaws in the Pondicherry and Kalapet area.

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