Arikamedu Pondicherry This is a historic site which has revealed ancient Roman artifacts that are evidence of the thriving trade that existed between this region and ancient Europe. The site is located about 4 kilometers from Puducherry along the right bank of the Ariyankuppam River. Among the artifacts found here are Roman pottery and grey painted ware. The area seems to have been a busy commercial hub, dealing predominantly in stone beads, glass beads and ceramics. The research and further excavations are going on. Some of the artifacts found here can be seen at the Puducherry museum.
General Information about Arikamedu :
Location: Puducherry (city).
State: Puducherry (Union Territory of INDIA)
Capital: Puducherry (city).
Language: Tamil, French, Telugu, Malayalam
Temperature: Max 41˚C, Min 30˚C (summer), Max 26˚C, Min 14˚C (winter)
Best Season: October to March"
Arikamedhu is the beautiful outcome of the extensive excavations carried out in Pondicherry. This place was once a bustling centre of the Indo Roman trade. The exquisite remnants of wine jars and Roman coins prove this place to be a successful trading hub. Arikamedhu is assumed to be the settlements of Romans nearly 2000 years ago proving the rich ancient history Pondicherry can boast of. The remains of 18th century built French Jesuit Mission House are also visible here. This bustling and once lively trading centre is now visited mostly by historians and archaeological enthusiasts who explores in search of more vivid history of the area. This is the reason why a lot of tourists flock to this place and enjoy the mesmerizing beauty. The place is simply bewitching and attracts all those interested in history and inquisitive to know about the era bygone. This is a must visit for everyone.
Tamilian Civilisation..One of the oldest in India
General Information about Arikamedu :
Location: Puducherry (city).
State: Puducherry (Union Territory of INDIA)
Capital: Puducherry (city).
Language: Tamil, French, Telugu, Malayalam
Temperature: Max 41˚C, Min 30˚C (summer), Max 26˚C, Min 14˚C (winter)
Best Season: October to March"
Arikamedhu is the beautiful outcome of the extensive excavations carried out in Pondicherry. This place was once a bustling centre of the Indo Roman trade. The exquisite remnants of wine jars and Roman coins prove this place to be a successful trading hub. Arikamedhu is assumed to be the settlements of Romans nearly 2000 years ago proving the rich ancient history Pondicherry can boast of. The remains of 18th century built French Jesuit Mission House are also visible here. This bustling and once lively trading centre is now visited mostly by historians and archaeological enthusiasts who explores in search of more vivid history of the area. This is the reason why a lot of tourists flock to this place and enjoy the mesmerizing beauty. The place is simply bewitching and attracts all those interested in history and inquisitive to know about the era bygone. This is a must visit for everyone.
Tamilian Civilisation..One of the oldest in India
