Culture & Tradition

Arts and Crafts:

Pondicherry has a tradition of various handicrafts, often reflecting local materials and skills.21

• Handicrafts: People in Pondicherry are engaged in diverse handicrafts, including leather goods, woodcraft, pottery, and metal craft.22
• Clay Craft: Famous for making terracotta items, ranging from utilitarian to decorative pieces.23
• Dolls ("Puducheri Bommai"):24 Locally made dolls are a significant art form.25
• Embroidery: Centres like the Cluny Embroidery Centre preserve and promote traditional embroidery.26