{"id":2295,"date":"2026-02-07T05:35:52","date_gmt":"2026-02-07T05:35:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/visitpondicherry.co.in\/beta\/?p=2295"},"modified":"2026-03-29T16:26:57","modified_gmt":"2026-03-29T10:56:57","slug":"vive-larmee-francaise-pondicherry","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/visitpondicherry.co.in\/beta\/vive-larmee-francaise-pondicherry\/","title":{"rendered":"Vive l\u2019Arm\u00e9e Fran\u00e7aise Pondicherry \u2013 Historic French War Tribute Monument"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"2295\" class=\"elementor elementor-2295\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-310adccc elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"310adccc\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-676b8384\" data-id=\"676b8384\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7b346bdc elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"7b346bdc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1141\" data-end=\"1432\">The <strong data-start=\"1145\" data-end=\"1183\">Vive l\u2019Arm\u00e9e Fran\u00e7aise Pondicherry<\/strong> is a lesser-known yet historically significant monument that reflects the French colonial influence in the region. Located in the heritage-rich areas of the city, this monument stands as a tribute to the French army and its presence in Pondicherry.<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #00314e;color:#00314e\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" 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href=\"https:\/\/visitpondicherry.co.in\/beta\/vive-larmee-francaise-pondicherry\/#History_of_Vive_lArmee_Francaise_Pondicherry\" >History of Vive l\u2019Arm\u00e9e Fran\u00e7aise Pondicherry<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/visitpondicherry.co.in\/beta\/vive-larmee-francaise-pondicherry\/#Significance_of_the_Monument\" >Significance of the Monument<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/visitpondicherry.co.in\/beta\/vive-larmee-francaise-pondicherry\/#Architecture_and_Design\" >Architecture and Design<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/visitpondicherry.co.in\/beta\/vive-larmee-francaise-pondicherry\/#Visitor_Experience\" >Visitor Experience<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/visitpondicherry.co.in\/beta\/vive-larmee-francaise-pondicherry\/#Experience_of_Visiting_Vive_lArmee_Francaise_Pondicherry\" >Experience of Visiting Vive l\u2019Arm\u00e9e Fran\u00e7aise Pondicherry<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/visitpondicherry.co.in\/beta\/vive-larmee-francaise-pondicherry\/#Cultural_and_Historical_Importance\" >Cultural and Historical Importance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/visitpondicherry.co.in\/beta\/vive-larmee-francaise-pondicherry\/#Historical_Importance_of_Vive_lArmee_Francaise_Pondicherry\" >Historical Importance of Vive l\u2019Arm\u00e9e Fran\u00e7aise Pondicherry<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/visitpondicherry.co.in\/beta\/vive-larmee-francaise-pondicherry\/#Best_Time_to_Visit_Vive_lArmee_Francaise_Pondicherry\" >Best Time to Visit Vive l\u2019Arm\u00e9e Fran\u00e7aise Pondicherry<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/visitpondicherry.co.in\/beta\/vive-larmee-francaise-pondicherry\/#How_to_Reach_Vive_lArmee_Francaise_Pondicherry\" >How to Reach Vive l\u2019Arm\u00e9e Fran\u00e7aise Pondicherry<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/visitpondicherry.co.in\/beta\/vive-larmee-francaise-pondicherry\/#Travel_Tips\" >Travel Tips<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/visitpondicherry.co.in\/beta\/vive-larmee-francaise-pondicherry\/#Nearby_Places_to_Visit\" >Nearby Places to Visit<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/visitpondicherry.co.in\/beta\/vive-larmee-francaise-pondicherry\/#External_Reference\" >External Reference<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/visitpondicherry.co.in\/beta\/vive-larmee-francaise-pondicherry\/#FAQ\" >FAQ<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p data-start=\"1434\" data-end=\"1633\">For visitors interested in history and colonial heritage, this site offers a unique perspective on the past. It is an important landmark that highlights the connection between Pondicherry and France.<\/p><h2 data-section-id=\"17cj1sc\" data-start=\"1640\" data-end=\"1660\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quick_Information\"><\/span>Quick Information<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p data-start=\"1662\" data-end=\"1822\">Location: White Town, Pondicherry<br data-start=\"1695\" data-end=\"1698\" \/>Entry Fee: Free<br data-start=\"1713\" data-end=\"1716\" \/>Timings: Open throughout the day<br data-start=\"1748\" data-end=\"1751\" \/>Best Time to Visit: Morning or evening<br data-start=\"1789\" data-end=\"1792\" \/>Time Required: 15\u201320 minutes<\/p><h2 data-section-id=\"bhzf1o\" data-start=\"1829\" data-end=\"1877\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"History_of_Vive_lArmee_Francaise_Pondicherry\"><\/span>History of Vive l\u2019Arm\u00e9e Fran\u00e7aise Pondicherry<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p data-start=\"1879\" data-end=\"1963\">The <strong data-start=\"1883\" data-end=\"1921\">Vive l\u2019Arm\u00e9e Fran\u00e7aise Pondicherry<\/strong> dates back to the French colonial period.<\/p><p data-start=\"1965\" data-end=\"2140\">The phrase \u201cVive l\u2019Arm\u00e9e Fran\u00e7aise\u201d translates to \u201cLong live the French Army.\u201d The monument was built to honor the contributions and presence of French soldiers in the region.<\/p><p data-start=\"2142\" data-end=\"2275\">It reflects the historical connection between Pondicherry and France, especially during the time when the city was under French rule.<\/p><h2 data-section-id=\"1jzlav5\" data-start=\"2282\" data-end=\"2313\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Significance_of_the_Monument\"><\/span>Significance of the Monument<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p data-start=\"2315\" data-end=\"2384\">The <strong data-start=\"2319\" data-end=\"2357\">Vive l\u2019Arm\u00e9e Fran\u00e7aise Pondicherry<\/strong> holds symbolic importance.<\/p><p data-start=\"2386\" data-end=\"2581\">It represents the pride and strength of the French army and serves as a reminder of the colonial history of Pondicherry. The monument also reflects the cultural exchange between India and France.<\/p><h2 data-section-id=\"tkc78p\" data-start=\"2588\" data-end=\"2614\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Architecture_and_Design\"><\/span>Architecture and Design<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p data-start=\"2616\" data-end=\"2669\">The monument features a simple yet meaningful design.<\/p><p data-start=\"2671\" data-end=\"2810\">Unlike large memorials, this structure is modest but carries strong historical value. The design focuses on symbolism rather than grandeur.<\/p><p data-start=\"2812\" data-end=\"2900\">Its location adds to its charm, as it blends with the surrounding colonial architecture.<\/p><h2 data-section-id=\"eo5913\" data-start=\"2907\" data-end=\"2928\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Visitor_Experience\"><\/span>Visitor Experience<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p data-start=\"2930\" data-end=\"2990\">Visiting this monument is a quick but insightful experience.<\/p><p data-start=\"2992\" data-end=\"3127\">Visitors can observe the structure and learn about its historical background. The site is usually quiet, allowing for a peaceful visit.<\/p><p data-start=\"3129\" data-end=\"3190\">It is often included as part of a walking tour of White Town.<\/p><h2 data-section-id=\"h53v1d\" data-start=\"3197\" data-end=\"3257\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Experience_of_Visiting_Vive_lArmee_Francaise_Pondicherry\"><\/span>Experience of Visiting Vive l\u2019Arm\u00e9e Fran\u00e7aise Pondicherry<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p data-start=\"3259\" data-end=\"3384\">The experience of visiting the <strong data-start=\"3290\" data-end=\"3328\">Vive l\u2019Arm\u00e9e Fran\u00e7aise Pondicherry<\/strong> is more about understanding history than spending time.<\/p><p data-start=\"3386\" data-end=\"3487\">Visitors can take photographs, read about the monument, and reflect on the colonial past of the city.<\/p><h2 data-section-id=\"12ic56q\" data-start=\"3494\" data-end=\"3531\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cultural_and_Historical_Importance\"><\/span>Cultural and Historical Importance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p data-start=\"3533\" data-end=\"3649\">The <strong data-start=\"3537\" data-end=\"3575\">Vive l\u2019Arm\u00e9e Fran\u00e7aise Pondicherry<\/strong> reflects the cultural and historical ties between France and Pondicherry.<\/p><p data-start=\"3651\" data-end=\"3777\">It highlights how colonial influences shaped the city\u2019s identity. The monument is an important part of the heritage landscape.<\/p><h2 data-section-id=\"43tn7q\" data-start=\"435\" data-end=\"497\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Importance_of_Vive_lArmee_Francaise_Pondicherry\"><\/span>Historical Importance of Vive l\u2019Arm\u00e9e Fran\u00e7aise Pondicherry<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p data-start=\"499\" data-end=\"624\">The <strong data-start=\"503\" data-end=\"541\">Vive l\u2019Arm\u00e9e Fran\u00e7aise Pondicherry<\/strong> is an important symbol of the city\u2019s colonial past and its connection with France.<\/p><p data-start=\"626\" data-end=\"829\">This monument reflects the influence of French rule in shaping the culture and identity of Pondicherry. Visitors exploring the heritage areas often come across this site while walking through White Town.<\/p><p data-start=\"831\" data-end=\"955\">Although it is a small structure, it holds strong historical value and adds depth to the understanding of the region\u2019s past.<\/p><h2 data-section-id=\"1pqutco\" data-start=\"3784\" data-end=\"3840\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Time_to_Visit_Vive_lArmee_Francaise_Pondicherry\"><\/span>Best Time to Visit Vive l\u2019Arm\u00e9e Fran\u00e7aise Pondicherry<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p data-start=\"3842\" data-end=\"3937\">The best time to visit <strong data-start=\"3865\" data-end=\"3903\">Vive l\u2019Arm\u00e9e Fran\u00e7aise Pondicherry<\/strong> is during the morning or evening.<\/p><p data-start=\"3939\" data-end=\"4006\">The weather is pleasant, and the lighting is ideal for photography.<\/p><h2 data-section-id=\"14sdmmp\" data-start=\"4013\" data-end=\"4063\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Reach_Vive_lArmee_Francaise_Pondicherry\"><\/span>How to Reach Vive l\u2019Arm\u00e9e Fran\u00e7aise Pondicherry<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p data-start=\"4065\" data-end=\"4158\">The <strong data-start=\"4069\" data-end=\"4107\">Vive l\u2019Arm\u00e9e Fran\u00e7aise Pondicherry<\/strong> is located in White Town and is easily accessible.<\/p><p data-start=\"4160\" data-end=\"4226\">Visitors can reach the site by auto-rickshaw, taxi, or by walking.<\/p><h2 data-section-id=\"1g8jqjn\" data-start=\"4233\" data-end=\"4247\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Travel_Tips\"><\/span>Travel Tips<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li data-start=\"4249\" data-end=\"4386\">Ideal for short visits<\/li><li data-start=\"4249\" data-end=\"4386\">Combine with nearby attractions<\/li><li data-start=\"4249\" data-end=\"4386\">Visit during morning for best experience<\/li><li data-start=\"4249\" data-end=\"4386\">Respect the heritage site<\/li><\/ul><h2 data-section-id=\"1mtaqg4\" data-start=\"4393\" data-end=\"4418\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nearby_Places_to_Visit\"><\/span>Nearby Places to Visit<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p data-start=\"4420\" data-end=\"4446\">Visitors can also explore:<\/p><ul data-start=\"4448\" data-end=\"4615\"><li data-section-id=\"15bg0k5\" data-start=\"4448\" data-end=\"4489\"><a href=\"https:\/\/visitpondicherry.co.in\/french-war-memorial-pondicherry\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">French War Memorial<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/li><li data-section-id=\"17wgcs5\" data-start=\"4490\" data-end=\"4531\"><a href=\"https:\/\/visitpondicherry.co.in\/joan-of-arc-statue-pondicherry\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Joan of Arc Statue<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/li><li data-section-id=\"1gcjogl\" data-start=\"4532\" data-end=\"4573\"><a href=\"https:\/\/visitpondicherry.co.in\/promenade-beach-pondicherry\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Promenade Beach<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/li><li data-section-id=\"cgv1px\" data-start=\"4574\" data-end=\"4615\"><a href=\"https:\/\/visitpondicherry.co.in\/dupleix-statue-pondicherry\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Dupleix Statue<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/li><\/ul><h2 data-section-id=\"1uqrer7\" data-start=\"4622\" data-end=\"4643\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"External_Reference\"><\/span>External Reference<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>To understand more about the French military background, you can explore this page:<\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/French_Army\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/French_Army<\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-3bd0fcf elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"3bd0fcf\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-fafb871\" data-id=\"fafb871\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1c50a84 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"1c50a84\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ\"><\/span>FAQ<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e65a2c0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-accordion\" data-id=\"e65a2c0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-accordion\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-2411\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-2411\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon elementor-accordion-icon-left\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-closed\"><i class=\"fas fa-plus\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-opened\"><i class=\"fas fa-minus\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-accordion-title\" tabindex=\"0\">What is Vive l\u2019Arm\u00e9e Fran\u00e7aise Pondicherry?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-2411\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-2411\"><p>It is a monument honoring the French army and colonial history.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-2412\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"2\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-2412\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon elementor-accordion-icon-left\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-closed\"><i class=\"fas fa-plus\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-opened\"><i class=\"fas fa-minus\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-accordion-title\" tabindex=\"0\">Where is it located?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-2412\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"2\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-2412\"><p>It is located in White Town, Pondicherry.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-2413\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"3\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-2413\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon elementor-accordion-icon-left\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-closed\"><i class=\"fas fa-plus\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-opened\"><i class=\"fas fa-minus\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-accordion-title\" tabindex=\"0\">Is there an entry fee?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-2413\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"3\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-2413\"><p>No, entry is free.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Vive l\u2019Arm\u00e9e Fran\u00e7aise Pondicherry is a historic French war tribute monument reflecting colonial heritage and honoring 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