The popular Ousteri Wetland and national park is situated at the north side of the town Pondicherry. This lake is only 10 km away from the city. The 390 hectares of wetland is covers parts of both Tamilnadu and Pondicherry. The Park is home to several aquatic species and also houses a bird sanctuary. The park also possesses migratory avifauna and native birds. Ousteri lake and boat house are also a part of the wetland and park. The lake is the biggest in the town and takes care of drinking water requirements of the area. There are many Pondicherry hotels that are good, however Hotel Atithi is a 3 star luxury hotel that stands out from the rest of the hotels in town. Hotel Atithi is located at the center of the city, and therefore it is of great convenience for those who are on business or on vacation. Multi-cuisine is offered at the hotel, to suit the international traveler. The 60 rooms and suites are elegant, stylish and modern.
The Ousteri wetland and National Park invites tourists all year round especially those who enjoy watching rare species of birds .Ousteri wetland and national park has managed to generate revenue due to Tourist visits. Ousteri Wetland not only entertains its tourists but also takes care of the basic requirements of the surrounding residents both human and the wild population. People around the wetland manage to meet their livelihood with agricultural produce, fishing, fodder, and other activities. Mussels and crabs are found in abundance at the park and the Ousteri wetland offers a mesmerizing view of the migratory birds for bird watcher especially during the migratory season.
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