ARIKAMEDU; THE ARCHEOLOGICAL HERITAGE OF SOUTH INDIA

Honeymoon places in south India are quite popular amongst tourists. But South India has some of the best historical sites, one of the most popular ones being Hampi. 

Today let’s explore another archeological site with a golden past; Arikamedu in Puducherry Located at a distance of 4 km from the beautiful city of south India, Puducherry, near the banks of the river Ariyankuppam, Arikamedu was discovered in an excavation from 1947- 1950 by Sir Mortimer Wheeler and Jean Marie Casal.

Puducherry earlier known as Pondicherry is among the top tourist destinations in India. 

Apart from visiting Arikamedu, there are many things to do in Pondicherry, which will give you unforgettable experiences. 

The story of Arikamedu goes like this, it was once just a fishing village, but gradually it emerged as a major trading port and harbor town. 

According to UNESCO, it acted as the main port for Greco-Roman trade with the Indian subcontinent. 

Once revered as the “mother of all bead centers” across the globe, Arikamedu now lies in ruins that speak of the history of Arikamedu. It was a hub of trade and commerce from the 2nd Century BCE to the 8th Century BCE. 

Arikamedu’s location played a pivotal role in making trade possible with the Roman and European countries. 

BEST TIME TO VISIT ARIKAMEDU

But Arikamedu is a piece of art for archeology enthusiasts, architecture students, and history lovers. The best time to visit Arikamedu is in October and March, as the weather conditions are temperate and comfortable for traveling. 

Travelers also visit Aurobindo Ashram, which is a popular spiritual hub. Whenever you plan a trip to South India, make sure to keep Pondicherry on your list. There are many amazing places to visit in Pondicherry, which will leave you speechless. 

There is no accommodation in Arikamedu, specifically. However, there are many good accommodations near Arikamedu. If you want a comfortable and luxurious stay then Radisson Resort Pondicherry is a good option. Several other hotels near Arikamedu offer reasonable stay options for tourists. Jeyam Residency, Petit Palais, La Villa Heritage, and many other hotels near Arikamedu are situated within an area of 3 km from Arikamedu. 

Many people wonder what Arikamedu ticket prices are. But the good news is that Arikamedu has free entry. The Arikamedu timings for visiting are from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM every day. Arikamedu is an archeological site, and maybe in the future Arikamedu ticket prices may vary, according to government rules.