Culture & Tradition

Art, Music & Literature – The Creative Spirit of Pondicherry

Pondicherry has a thriving artistic community with numerous galleries, cultural centers, and performance spaces.

✔️ Art Galleries & Exhibitions – Contemporary, Tamil folk, and Indo-French artworks
✔️ Street Art Murals – Vibrant wall paintings depicting French & Tamil culture
✔️ Music & Dance Performances – Classical Carnatic music, Bharatanatyam dance, and Indo-French fusion concerts
✔️ Bookstores & Libraries – Old French literature and spiritual books

 Must-Visit Art & Cultural Centers:
 Tasmai Gallery – Local and contemporary art exhibitions
 Romain Rolland Library – One of India’s oldest French libraries
 Alliance Française de Pondichéry – Hosts film screenings, art workshops, and literary events