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Pondicherry has an interesting cross-
cultural history and its built form is one of
the major components lending a unique
identity to the town. The old town of
BEFORE RESTORATION Pondicherry, boulevard town, which is a
showcase of the two distinct architectural
styles-french and Tamil is recognised in
principle as a conservation zone by the
government of Pondicherry.

Pondicherry does not have a large number
of monumental buildings but is noteworthy
for its local architecture. The term
heritage is a fluid term constituting a
diverse array of elements from individual
buildings, to entire precincts of towns,
monuments, artifacts, structures, even
parks, gardens and landscapes. Heritage
is about the value people attached to
places and creating local identity and
distinctiveness.

AFTER RESTORATION
AGE : MID -19TH CENTURY The building comprises of three blocks. The block a which is the
OWNERSHIP : PRIVATE academy building was completely restored in the year 2022.
OCCUPANCY : SINGLE OWNER Currently,
HISTORIC USE : SOCIAL GATHERINGS The restoration of block b is in progress.
CURRENT USE : CULTURAL ACTIVITIES The restoration of block c yet to start.
TYPOLOGY : RESIDENTIAL
COMPLETED YEAR : 2022
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