Offbeat things to do in Auroville

Engage in a host of Workshops or Volunteer Positions

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Auroville is a hotbed for experiential activities and volunteer tourism. Innovation and sustainability are two big cornerstones of the Auroville community.

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Swimming classes with Ruslan - at Veerampattinam or Auro beach

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If you’re in Auroville or Pondi for a period of time, you should consider swimming classes. Once you are comfortable swimming, you can also consider diving and surfing along the coast.

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Arrange a visit to Solitude farm

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Solitude farm is one of many Auroville units. Solitude was started in 1996 by a bunch of young Aurovillians, aiming to create a self-sustaining farming community.

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Try your hand at kalaripayattu or just witness a choreographed performance

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Kalaripayattu is an extraordinary form of ancient martial art, which originated in Kerala. It is believed to have inspired several other modern forms of martial arts, such as kung-fu and taekwando.

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