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Floating in splendid isolation, cast of the Indian
mainland is the archipelago of 572 emerald islands, islets and rocks known
as Andaman & Nicobar Islands. This Union Territory is stretched over an area
of more than 700 Km. from north to south with 36 inhabited islands. Once a
hill range extending from Burma (Myanmar) to Indonesia, these undulating
islands are covered with dense forests and endless variety of exotic flowers
and birds. The topography of the islands is hilly and abounds in evergreen
forests. The sandy beaches on the edge of meandering coastline are fringed
with coconut-palms that sway to the rhythm of the sea. The sea around the
islands offer excellent scope for water sports. The rare flora and fauna,
underwater marine life and corals, with crystal clear water and
mangrove-lined creeks, offer a dream-view of the rare gifts of nature. The
clean and wide roads, free of filth as well as unpolluted fresh air attract
any nature-lover, who seek absolute peace and tranquility in the lap of
mother nature. Adventure tourism like trekking, island camping, snorkeling,
scuba diving etc., are the real attractions. A visit to these islands is a
memorable lifetime experience.
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HOW
TO REACH
By Air - Port Blair is connected with Chennai and Calcutta. The journey
time is approximately 2hrs. Presently, flights are operated by Indian
Airlines (Flights operate on Daily basis expect on Tuesdays, Thursdays and
Saturdays) Jet Airways (Flights operate from and to Chennai on Daily basis).
By Sea - Regular passenger ship services are available to Port Blair from
Chennai, Kolkatta (Calcutta) and Visakhapatnam and back. There are three to
four sailing's every month from Calcutta and Chennai to Port Blair and
vice-versa. There is a sailing from Visakhapatnam once in a month. The
voyage takes about three days and the ship normally berth at Port Blair for
about two days.
WHEN TO GO
Andaman is full with with tourist round the years, but from October to May
is the period when you can get best of Andaman. The Islands have a tropical
climate. There is medium to heavy rain during the monsoon. There is no
extreme climate except rains and tropical storms in late summer often cause
heavy damage.
WHAT TO SEE
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Fisheries Museum
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Fisheries Museum is Situated near Andaman Water
Sports Complex, it exhibits species of marine life peculiar to the
islands and found in the Indo-Pacific and the Bay of Bengal. Closed on
Mondays and holidays.
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Cellular Jail
Cellular Jail
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The Cellular Jail (also known as Kalapani, literally
'Black water', a term for the deep sea and hence exile) was built in
1906 on the Andaman and Nicobar Islands (India). It was called
'cellular' because its entire structure was made up of individual cells
for the solitary confinement (and torture) of prisoners — mostly Indian
freedom fighters. Veer Savarkar was one of the very prominent freedom
fighters imprisoned here. A portion of the Cellular Jail was later
converted into the G.B.Panth Hospital, the principal government hospital
in Andaman. The original structure has been mostly washed away by the
sea.The Cellular Jail has now been converted into a National Memorial
with scores of valuable photographs and documents on display.
Fortunately, the national memorial was not significantly damaged by the
Indian Ocean tsunami on December 2004 that ravaged nearly the whole of
the Andaman and Nicobar.
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Samudrika Museum
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Samudrika (Naval Marine Museum) is situated opposite to Andaman Teal
House, Delanipur this museum is meant to create awareness on various
aspects of oceanic environment. A good collection of shells, corals and
a few species of colorful fishes found in these islands are on display.
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Chidiya Tapu
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Chidiya Tapu is the southern most tip of South Andaman. The lush green
mangroves, forest cover with numerous chirping birds and the Sylvan
Sands and Munda pahar beaches make it an ideal picnic site. The forest
guesthouse situated on top of a hillock provides a fabulous view of
isolated islands, submerged corals and the breath-taking sunset.
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Mahatma Gandhi
Marine national Park
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The Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park at Wandoor is at a distance of
29 Kms. from Port Blair covering an area of 281.5 Sq.Kms. This Marine
Park made-up of open sea, creeks and 15 small and large islands, is one
of the best found anywhere in the world. Viewing of rare corals and
underwater marine life through glass bottom boats, Scuba Diving and
Snorkeling are a lifetime experience for anyone here.
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Mount Harriet
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The summer headquarters of the Chief Commissioner during the British
Raj, this highest point near Port Blair is an ideal place for a picnic
or a trek. About 55 km from Port Blair by road (15 km by ferry and
road), Mount Harriet has a Forest Guest House with lovely huts at a
height of 365 m. Nice for sunrises and sunsets. |
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Gandhi park
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This beautiful park at Port Blair has facilities like amusement rides,
safe water sports, nature trail around the lake, garden, restaurant and
historic remains like Japanese Temple as well as a bunker. The erstwhile
Dilthaman tank, which was the only source of drinking water to Port
Blair, and the area around it has been developed into Gandhi Park in an
unbelievably short time of 13 days.
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WHERE TO EAT
When in Andaman, you must try its local cuisine that includes Andaman Lanta
Resort, a modern Beach-Side-Resort is located at the most popular beach of
Lanta - Khlong Dao Beach. Unspoiled nature, white sandy beaches and
crystal-clear water will make your holiday an unforgettable experience.
Orchidae Beach Bar :-Sink your toes into the cool sand while sipping a
cocktail at the cost Orchidae Beach Bar. Ocean Cliff Restaurant:-Otherwise
dine amongst the palms on Thai cuisine with a tropical touch at Ocean Cliff
Restaurant, with warm breezes in an open-air dining experience.
Major Travel Destinations
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Havelock
Island
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Port Blair
Refer Map of Andaman
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