 6 Budget-Friendly Things To Do In Auroville| Curly Tales

Explore Auroville On A Budget

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1. Witness Matri Mandir

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2. Head To Auroville Beach

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3. Rent Electric Cycles

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4. Go Restaurant & Cafe Hopping

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5. Visit Auroville Bamboo Centre

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6. See Pitchandikulam Forest

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