Arikamedu is a historical site, 4 km south of Pondicherry, which revealed local trade with the Romans as early as 2nd century B.C. Some even believe Roman settlements existed.

Wine seems to have been a major import as exavated ampohra jars suggest. In return, textiles, precious stones and shell-jewellary left these shores.

Moreover, you will also find the amazing ruins of an 18th century French Jesuit Mission House here.