Pondicherry is famous not only for its beaches and its historical monuments, but is also a shopper’s paradise. Shopping in Pondicherry is great value for money as the place is Octroi- free and hence the price is low.

Some of the articles that are famous here are leather products, perfumed candles, pottery, jams and pickles and handmade paper. Pondicherry is also known for it doll making industry. Cute dolls are available at very cheap rates and give a distinct charm. They are often carries as mementoes from Pondicherry. Pondicherry is also known for its textile and silk industry .Yarns of beautiful silk and other textiles can purchased at low rates which adds to the attraction. The place has a lot of boutiques catering to interior furnishings, accessories and garments .It is a pleasure to shop for trendy and elegant garments from here.

Aurbindo Ashram manufactures a lot of these shopping items. The textiles produced in Pondicherry include satin, twill, corduroy, poplin, chambray, oxford, cambric and linen. The Sunday market is the favorite for shoppers. Manufacture and sale of Khadi garments is also popular. The Favorite items of shoppers include Pondicherry Fashions from Auroville, Aromatics, and Décor items from village artisans, Antique furniture, European cuisine and French Bakery Items, Ashram mementoes, Ceramic tableware and décor items, art and handicraft items.

Shopping forms part of the itenary of any tourist visiting here .It is a pleasure shopping here as it is easy to commute and shopkeepers are very warm and friendly. Months from December to February are particularly convenient to shop as the climate is very good then.