Karaikal is on the east coast about 140 kms south of Pondicherry and 300 kms south of Chennai (Madras) located on the Coromandel Coast of the Bay of Bengal. This town is part of the Union territory of Pondicherry.
| Area | 161 Sq.Kms |
| Population | 1,70,640 (2001 Census) |
| Climate | Maximum 38 C, Minimum 23 C |
| Monsoon | September to December |
| Languages Spoken | Tamil, English |
| STD Code | 04368 |
| Access | Road -Well Connected |
| Rail - The nearest railway station is Nagore | |
| Air -The nearest airport is in Trichy (Trichirapalli) |
Karaikal is the gateway to many temples in the east coast of Tamilnadu.
Attractions in Karaikal:
Temples: There are nearly 99 temples in this region and festivals are conducted every year during June - July and October - November. Lord Darbaraneswara Temple for Load Saturn, Karaikal Ammaiyar Temple, Jadaayupureeswar temple for the bird 'Jadaayu' of the Ramayana Epic are the most popular temples among them.
Mastan Syed Dawood dargah and Our Lady Angel's church are other notable religious places here.
Beach: Karaikal's sandy beach is one of the best natural beaches in the South Tamil Nadu and very quiet. The natural sandy beach, boat jetty in the Arasalar, Childrens Park, seating arrangements along the roads, Beach Restaurant, tennis court attracts a heavy
local crowd / Tourists.
Around Karaikal
Nagore Andavar Dargah (Tamil Nadu): One of the biggest Muslim Pilgrim Centre in India, located 10 Kms, south of Karaikal.
Annai Velankanni Church (Tamil Nadu) the famous Christian Pilgrim Shrine located 26 Kms, away from Karaikal.
Thrangambadi or Tranquebar (Tamil Nadu) was a Danish settlement with an ancient port. The first printing press of India was established here. It is located 13 Kms, north of Karaikal.
Saraswathi Temple (Tamil Nadu) which is unique temple for the Lord Saraswathi, placed in Koothanoor near Poonthottam and about 25 Kms, west of Karaikal town.
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YanamYanam is yet another region of the Union Territory of Pondicherry located on the East Coast by the East Godavari District of Andhra Pradesh State, which is 870 Kms from the Pondicherry town.
| Area | 30 Sq.Kms |
| Population | 31,362 (2001 Census) |
| Climate | Maximum 37 C, Minimum 28 C |
| Monsoon | September to December |
| Languages Spoken | Telugu, Tamil, English |
| STD Code | 0884 |
| Access | Road - The Bridge across river Gauthami connects Yanam with Yedurlanka, forming a part of NH 214. |
| Rail - the nearest railway station is at Kakinada. | |
| Air - The nearest airport is in Vishakapattinam, 4 hours drive toYanam. |
Yanam has a striking view full of coconut trees and iodinised air, located on the banks of the river Gauthami Godavari. Visitors will have the impression of a calm rural atmosphere. The Dariyala Thippa Road, Yanam Ferry Road Sri Vishnu Temple, Pillaraya Temple and Shri Venkateswara Temple are the most prominent attractions here.
The Government of Pondicherry is working on the projects to make Yanam as an attractive tourist destination.
Around Yanam
Annavaram : Lord Satyanarayana Swamy's Temple is the second significant Temple in AndhraPradesh after Tirupathi. [ 80Kms ]
Draksharamam : Bheemeswara Swamy temple is considered as one of the oldest temples in India and believed to be constructed by the Devathas. [ 16 Kms ]
Pithapuram : Lord Shiva at Padagaya Temple is in the form of a cock. This temple is famous and attracts people from all over India [ 50 Kms ].
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MaheMahe is a tiny area in Kerala, located 647 kms from Pondicherry. It is located between Badagara and Thalassery, 58 kms from Calicut & 24 kms from Kannur.
| Area | 9 Sq.Kms |
| Population | 36,823 (2001 Census) |
| Climate | Maximum 32.6 C, Minimum 21.4 C |
| Monsoon | September to December |
| Languages Spoken | Malayalam, Tamil, English |
| STD Code | 0497 |
| Access | Road - Connanore railway station. |
| Rail - The nearest airport is in Calicut (93 kms) | |
| Air - well connected by road from Calicut. |
Attractions in Mahe
St. Theresa's Church : The famous Christian Church in Malabar was built during French rule and it stands as a monument to the legacy of the French rule. The festival is celebrated from 5th to 22nd October every year and celebrated irrespective of religion or
caste.
Puthalam (Temple) : The Puthalam Festival happens during the first fortnight of every March. The Theyyattam / Thirayattam is the most famous ritual art performed during the festival, which is a combination of art craft, choreography, painting, dancing, acting
and songs.
Otheman's Fort : This fort is believed to have been built by Thatcholi Othenan, a widely known folklore hero who became the Robin Hood of North Malabar. Only the remnants of this castle can be seen by the public now.
Around Mahe
Payyambalam Beach, Kannur.
Muzhappilangad Beach : Dharmadam Island (Pacha Thuruth) just across the Arayakkandy river [14 kms].
Malayala Kalagramam : The centre for arts and crafts offers courses in painting, sculpture, music, dance and pottery.
Thalassery Fort : Build in 1708 over the small hills of 'Thiruvallipad Kunnu' [ 7 kms ]
Sree Ramswamy Temple in Thiruvangad : Built about 400 years ago for Lord Rama and known as 'Brass Pagoda' [7 kms].
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