Rock Beach Pondicherry Guide: Promenade, Landmarks & Best Time to Visit

Rock Beach is more than just a coastline; it is a lifestyle. Flanked by the vibrant yellow and white buildings of the French Quarter, this promenade is where history meets the horizon. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful sunrise or a lively evening walk, "The Promenade" is the center of the Pondy experience. Historic Landmarks on the Shore

A walk along Goubert Avenue (the beach road) feels like an open-air museum:

The Gandhi Statue: An 13-foot bronze statue surrounded by eight magnificent granite pillars.

French War Memorial: A solemn tribute to the soldiers who lost their lives in WWI.

The Old Lighthouse: A 19th-century marvel that once guided sailors to the Pondicherry coast.

The Statue of Joan of Arc: Located in a quiet garden facing the sea