looking for expats living in Pondicherry -am thinking of moving there

Member since 22 January 2011

Angelie9Member22 January 2011 02:52:45

Hi,

Im an expat (British) with a PIO card who has been living in Piuttaparthi, Andhra Pradesh for the last 12 years, I'm thinking of relocating to Pondicherry but would like some info about where is a good area to live,yet cheap to buy too.

I'm also looking for any information as to how the locals treat Foreigners, here in Puttparthi, foreigners are are a relatively 'new' thing and there is still much to be deserved.

For example are there any bicycle clubs in Pondicherry, my husband loves to ride, but here in Puttparthi, the kids often throw stone as he ventures to the outskirts.

Is there a gym in Pondicherry?

Are the locals friendly with Foreigners or do they see them simply as Dollar signs and constantly harrass them for money or business?

Any information, and reference to your personal experience would be much appreciated.

Thanks Angelie

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log24 Member

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log24Member22 January 2011 06:30:20

Pondicherrry is more favourable to foreign tourists given the fact that many foreigners stay there . It is a common sight to see foreigners go undisturbed in their work by the locals . I do not know if bicycle clubs exist in pondy , but there are a few trekking clubs out there .

Angelie9 Member

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Angelie9Member22 January 2011 07:39:44

Thank you log24...

What would be the cheap areas in Pondicherry (or around Pondicherry) to purchase properties, but at the same time be SAFE too! Any ideas?

Is there a Gym in Pondicherry?

Regards

log24 Member

Member since 01 November 2010

log24Member22 January 2011 13:13:01

There are hell a lot of gym there in pondicherry . You can also pick up membership at some of the hotels where they have a fitness centre . There are a few streets near the beach where the French have their dwellings , that might be a good choice or a little outside the main city you might be able to buy a big house at a good bargain

Angelie9 Member

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Angelie9Member22 January 2011 15:26:09

Ah great news about gyms!!!!! hahahaaa

So what would the prices be like in the French streets?

And when you say good bargain for house outside the main city...what kind of money are we talking about here?

Thank you soo much yet again!!

Regards

helene chapdaniel Member

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helene chapdanielMember18 March 2011 14:46:26

hello, I m not fluent in english, so, I m women 57 years, and I have making the project to go to Kerala in december - Do you have plans, or good ideas to give me, to enjoy my trip ?
thanks you -

mushin Member

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mushinMember26 May 2011 18:10:48

hi angelie,
you might have heard about auroville where lot of foreigners live ,also it is a safe place to live,and the houses are not expensive to buy whereas the white town in the pondicherry it self is bit expensive,and you can also find gym and cycling clubs in pondicherry.

hmli2002 Member

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adhavanActive member11 August 2011 03:17:54

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adhavan Active member

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adhavanActive member11 August 2011 16:15:55

#10

ok I havn't payed attention....

adhavan Active member

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adhavanActive member17 January 2012 08:55:14

#11

Unfortunatly there is nothing french anymore here in pondy...nothing.

RAHUL321 Guest

RAHUL321Guest17 January 2012 18:00:23

#12

hie angelie9...im rahul from chennai...pondy is the most favourable place for foreigner in india...very nice beaches n views...not tht much expensive for day-to-day life...peaceful life ...nice ashrams n all...very french ppls are therre in pondy..if you want to get settled there then you can proceed...
if you need any other help try to contact me @ jatan_rahul@yahoo.co.in

RAHUL321 Guest

RAHUL321Guest05 March 2012 02:19:44

#13

Hi Angelie,

Pondicherry is a great place to be at. Far from the maddening crowd and with a serene and peaceful environment is a safe place too.
It is extremely conducive for foreigners and that's why many expats have been staying here for years and have made it their home. While the main city may be a little expensive, you can find good accomodation at relatively reasonable prices a little away from the city.
Let me know if need more help and I will research for more info and share the details.

Regards,
Sagar

kicha Member

Member since 04 March 2012

kichaMember24 March 2012 14:03:58

#14

Hi,

I am a pondicherry citizen.W r u now?

I will help you,what you need?

regards
Krishna/Kiruchna

kicha Member

Member since 04 March 2012

kichaMember24 March 2012 14:06:52

#15

Sorry boss,

safest place to live. cheapest transport in india,you can get everything.no one distinguish the foreigners.

regards
krishna

mushin wrote:
hi angelie,
you might have heard about auroville where lot of foreigners live ,also it is a safe place to live,and the houses are not expensive to buy whereas the white town in the pondicherry it self is bit expensive,and you can also find gym and cycling clubs in pondicherry.

shaghayegh1363 Member

Member since 04 April 2013

shaghayegh1363Member04 April 2013 13:08:21

#16

hey Angelie
read ur post saw that u,r ling in pondocherry i am wishing to go in there for studying and living, i would appriciate if u help me with a couple of questions:
i have 2 dogs, where would be a nice safe peaceful and affordable neighborhood to live? how much does it cost me?

which university would be the best studying psychology in?

how much is the cost of living?

can a student work in there? or as a hairdressing or nail design at home? how much money can i earn doing this kind of home jobs?

looking forward to hear from u
best regards
Shaghayegh

Aurélie ViP

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AurélieViP05 April 2013 07:34:27

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Hello Shaghayegh -> You should start a new thread on the Pondichery forum with your questions.

Thank you,
Aurélie

seashore** Member

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seashore**Member24 March 2014 15:51:34

#18

Hi Angelie9
Just read your post, please let me know if you are living in Pondy now
appreciate your help.
Any places to stay flats close to the ashram

Pinkest Member

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PinkestMember15 June 2015 10:54:16

#19

Hi Krishna, hope you are well?
I saw your response about Pondy and thought to ask you if we can be in contact?
I'm moving to Pondy next year and I'd like to get know how and advice in general.

Hope to hear from you soon!