Auroville Beach

Auroville Beach is a sandy shoreline near Bommayapalayam in Vanur Taluk, Villupuram District, Tamil Nadu, close to the experimental township of Auroville and about 12 km north of Puducherry. Known for its relatively shallow waters, dark golden sand and quieter atmosphere compared to city beaches, it attracts visitors for sunrise views, walks and relaxed coastal scenery along the Bay of Bengal on the East Coast Road.

Visitors can expect a relatively wide, sandy beach with dark golden sand and shallow shoreline along the Bay of Bengal. The setting is more open and less commercial than central Puducherry beaches, with fishing boats, gentle waves and views of sunrise. Areas for walking along the shore, sitting and photography are available. There are limited commercial facilities, and the beach is often less crowded on weekdays.

The beach is associated with the nearby Auroville experimental township founded in 1968 by Mirra Alfassa (The Mother) with support from Sri Aurobindo Society. The coastline has served as a recreational area for Auroville residents and visitors since the township's development.

Linked to the Auroville community and its ethos of human unity and environmental awareness. The beach is used by residents and visitors for leisure, walks and sunrise gatherings, reflecting the coastal lifestyle of the Auroville-Puducherry area.