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Mahe

November: okHalf a daytown

Small Puducherry enclave on the Kerala coast at the mouth of the Mahe river.

Quiet riverside enclave with a French past.

November: Wettest month, cyclone risk

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Things to do

  • Riverside walk: Walk along the Mahe river promenade.
  • Visit St Theresa's Shrine: Church built in 1736, one of the oldest in Malabar.
  • Boating at the Manjakkal water sports complex: Motor and pedal boats on the Mahe river with views of the Kanakamala hill.
  • Sunset from the Hillock (Moopenkunnu): Wooded heritage hill with an old lighthouse and sea view.
  • Evening river walk: About 2 km lit walkway from Azhimukham toward Mahe Bridge.

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