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Ananda Ranga Pillai Mansion




Ananda Ranga Pillai Mansion, is situated at Pondicherry, was the famous dubash of Dupleix, the governor of Pondicherry, while it thrived under French glory. Also known as ‘natives quarters’, it is one of the oldest buildings which exist on the west side. The mansion features a nice collection of diaries which serves as a storehouse of information on 18th century French India. The architecture of Ananda Ranga Pillai Mansion is a unique blend of French and Indian styles.



Updated on 1st July, 2005
District: Pondicherry
Location: Pondicherry Town    

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