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Pondicherry has a great cultural, historical, political and
archaeological importance attached to it. Its an ancient
city with rich traditions. Some of the excavation works near
Arikamedu, Pondicherry have revealed that it flourished
during the Greko - Roman times. Later it became the French
Capital of India and got highly influenced by their rich
culture and way of life. All these cultural influx helped to
build a very pleasing social structure. The people are very
peace loving and festive minded. They observe numerous Fairs
& Festivals of Pondicherry and among them the Fete De
Pondicherry is definitely a special one. |
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The Fete De Pondicherry coincides with the Indian
Independence Day, the Liberation Day and the Birth
Anniversary of Sri Aurobindo as it is held between 15th and
17th August. The Art and Cultural Department of Pondicherry
organizes a cultural parade on this day. Fantastic cultural
functions are held around the city. Eminent classical
musicians and folk artists are invited from every corner of
the country to perform in these programs. Thousands of
people come out in the roads to celebrate. They wear new
clothes and throw parties. Along with their friends and
families, they attend the cultural shows.
This time of the year in Pondicherry is very special in
terms of the tourism activities of the area. Tourists and
visitors in large numbers come in during this festival to
indulge themselves in the merrymaking. The city wears a
carnival look to welcome them.
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