Culture & Tradition

• French and Franco-Pondicherrian Festivals:

• • Bastille Day (July 14): Celebrated with parades, music, and the hoisting of Indian and French national flags, commemorating France's national day.
  • French Food Festival: An annual event organized by the Tourism Department, showcasing French culinary delights.19
  • Fête de Pondichéry: A lively festival on August 14th celebrating the blend of French and Indian cultural traditions with music, dancing, art exhibitions, and craft fairs.