Auroville, known as the "City of Dawn" is a small experiential spiritual community situated just 6 km north of Pondicherry. Mirra Alfassam, a French woman who is known as "the Mother" is the founder of this community and it was inaugurated on February 28th, 1968, in the presence of 5000 people.

She was the successor of the renowned Indian spiritual leader Sri Aurobindo. The architect Roger Anger is the designer of this city. This experimental township was set up with the objective of human unity where men and women of all countries are able to live in peace and progressive harmony above all creeds, all politics and all nationalities.

Over 2,000 people from 50 countries live harmoniously in this artificial village. Half of them are Indians, about 300 French people, 200 Germans and 150 Italians. Apparently, the land was completely barren when Auroville was established, but now it spread across 2,000 acres of land covered in thick jungle, planted by residents.

Major Attractions

Matrimandir, botanical garden, Savitri Bhavan, cultural pavilion, peace tables, etc are the major attractions of Auroville.

Speciality Of The Place

Auroville is a small experiential spiritual community founded by Mirra Alfassa, who was the collaborator of Sri Aurobindo.

It was the major Chola Port where the Tamilians traded with Romans.

Activities Suggested

Ways to Reach

 By Air - Chennai International Airport is the nearest airport to Auroville which is situated at a distance of 143.2 Km.

 By Rail - Pondicherry Railway Station is the nearest railway station to Auroville which is situated at a distance of 13.3 Km.

 By Bus - Pondicherry Bus Station is the nearest bus station to Auroville which is situated at a distance of 12.7 Km.