Andaman and Nicobar Islands

Andaman and Nicobar Islands

About Andaman and Nicobar Island

Andaman Islands are an Indian archipelago in the Bay of Bengal. These roughly 300 islands are known for their palm-lined, white-sand beaches, mangroves, and tropical rainforests. Coral reefs supporting marine life such as sharks and rays make for popular diving and snorkeling sites. Indigenous Andaman Islanders inhabit the more remote islands, many of which are off-limits to visitors. Wildlife sanctuaries include the Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park, home to mangrove forests, coral reefs, and a cluster of islands. Cellular Jail, a colonial prison where British authorities held freedom fighters during the Indian struggle for independence, is a national memorial in Port Blair, the Andaman Islands' capital. Havelock Island, with beach resorts, is prized for its snorkeling and scuba spots. To its south is laid-back Neil Island. Ross Island is home to the ruins of the British administrative headquarters, abandoned in the mid-20th century following an earthquake.
Port Blair

Port Blair is the capital city of India’s Andaman and Nicobar islands known for museums and the Cellular jail memorial.
Havelock Island

Havelock island in the Andamans, known for Radhanagar beach, elephant beach, birdlife, and dive sites.
Neil Island

Neil island is famous for its coral reefs and white shores. The best time to visit its beaches is during mornings and evenings.
Bartang Island

Baratang Island is a must-visit site with the boat ride is covered with a canopy of the forest which is also home to the indigenous ‘Jarwa’ tribe.
Great Nicobar Island

The great Nicobar island is known widely for its rainforest that houses a diverse wildlife, and is also a part of the World biosphere reserve.The island also contains the indigenous tribe called ‘Shompen’ which is one of the oldest tribes in the world.
Ross Island

Ross islands are famous for the ruins of Penal colony that precedes the cellular jail or the Kaala paani. The jail was formerly used to incarcerate political prisoners and we can still see the ruins of the gallows at this island. 
Radhanagar Beach

Radhanagar Beach or Beach No. 7 is incredibly astounding beach located on the gorgeous Andaman Island. The turquoise blue sea and white sand make this beach a perfect spot to bask in the midst of nature's bounty.
Ross and Smith Island Beach

Ross and Smith Islands are famous for its natural white sand bar connecting the two islands.
Laxmanpur Beach

Laxmanpur beach is a picturesque waterfront covering an immense stretch of the area of Laxmanpur village.
Limestone Caves

The limestone caves of Baratang Island are a striking natural wonder Passing through the blue waters and mangrove creeks, the journey itself is as beautiful as the caves. These have been formed by centuries of water action.
Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park

Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park is a national park of India near Wandoor on the Andaman Islands. It belongs to the South Andaman administrative district, part of the Indian union territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
Mount Harriet National Park

Mount Harriet National Park is a national park located in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands union territory of India. Mount Harriet (383 metres (1,257 ft)), which is part of the park, is the third-highest peak in the Andaman and Nicobar.
Kaala Pathar Beach

Kala Pathar Beach is another popular place to relax and enjoy nature's bounty while in Andaman and Nicobar Island. Due to these huge black rocks the name is Kala Pathar beach. 
Ray Hill

Ray Hill. at a distance of 20 minutes boat ride from Mayabunder jetty, houses an Eco Village developed and maintained by ANIFPDCL. The facilities available include eco guesthouses, wilderness trail, and elephant safari, rock climbing for children, angling, and a small library.
Austin Creek

Austin Creek village is located in Diglipur Tehsil of North & Middle Andaman district in Andaman & Nicobar Islands, India, Diglipur is the gram panchayat of Austin Creek village.
Cellular Jail

The Cellular Jail, also known as Kālā Pānī, was a colonial prison in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India. The prison was used by the British especially to exile political prisoners to the remote archipelago
Best Time To Visit

The Andaman Islands have a humid tropical climate with warm weather year-round. The peak travel period, December to April, coincides with the dry season. May to October is the monsoon season, with torrential rains. Key events include the Island Tourism Festival held in January, held in Port Blair and other locations, with musicians and dancers from mainland India, plus food stalls and fairground rides. Traditional Hindu celebrations, like Diwali during October or November dates vary, the festival of lights, also marks the annual calendar.

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