State Statistic
Time
Frame : 3 Days
It's Hot - Max Temp : 31º C Min Temp : 23º C
Right Season : Throughout the year
360º View : Cellular Jail, Ross Island, Viper Island
Shopping Zones : Cottage Industries Emporium, Gram Khadi Commission,
Goalghar, Junglighat, Prem Nagar and Delanipur
State Overview

Andaman & Nicobar islands are located away from the Indian sub-continent
in the Bay of Bengal. The enchanting archipelago of islands have been known
to house aboriginal tribes since the ancient times. The first settlement of
the British took place here during the year 1789, which was abandoned just a
few years after in 1796. Later during 1858, following the first war of
Indian independence, the place was made into a penal settlement for
convicts, criminals and freedom fighters. Today, Andaman & Nicobar
islands are known for their extreme natural beauty and providing immense
opportunities of fun and leisure for the tourists.
Attractions : Andaman & Nicobar
The Andaman & Nicobar Islands are a veritable paradise for adventurer's
and nature lovers. The salubrious climate coupled with well built roads,
lush greenery and unspoilt fresh air attract thousands of tourists to this
tiny heaven. The flora and fauna in this part of the world is also equally
fascinating with the extensive growth of tropical rain forests and the blue
waters of the Bay of Bengal being home to a vast collection of plants and
animals. Alternatively, in the palm fringed crescent shaped beaches, dotted
with swaying palms and beautiful rock formations adventure sports such as
trekking, snorkeling, island camping, and scuba diving are the real
attractions. A perfect amalgam of nature's most valued treasures, the
Andaman & Nicobar Islands are definitely a must visit holiday
destination.
How to
Reach Andaman & Nicobar
» By Air : Port Blair, the capital of Andaman &
Nicobar, is conveniently connected to Chennai and Calcutta by air. Indian
Airlines and other private carriers such as Alliance Air and Jet Airways
provide regular services to and from the place.
Alliance Air: City Office: Middle Point, Port Blair, Tel: 233108 Airport:
232983
Jet Airways: City Office: Junglighat, Port Blair, Tel: 236922/236933 Fax:
236944, Airport: 235911,235944
Note : Private charter flights can also be given landing permissions at
Port Blair but with the prior approval of the Director General of Civil
Aviation.
» By Sea : Regular ships are available between Port
Blair and Chennai, Calcutta and Vishakhapatnam. Ships sail three to four
times every month from Calcutta and Chennai to Port Blair and back.
Vishakhapatnam is also connected once in a month. The journey takes around
50 to 60 hours to complete.
Key
Attraction
Day One
There is plenty to see and do in Andaman & Nicobar. We start day one
with a visit to the cellular jail and beaches of Andaman & Nicobar.
» Stop 1 : Cellular Jail

Situated in the capital Port Blair, Cellular Jail stands as testament to the
numerous tortures meted out by the ruling British on the Indian freedom
fighters. Named cellular for its numerous cell like captivation chambers
made to ensure solitary confinement, the jail was completed in the year
1906.
» Stop 2 : Harminder Bay Beach
Located 100 km from Port Blair, the beautiful beaches of Harminder Bay are
situated at Hut Bay Island. The islands are connected with Port Blair
through Inter Islands shipping services.
Day Two
» Stop 1 : Ross Island
The erstwhile capital of the British, Ross island is a small island which
houses numerous ruins of old buildings constructed centuries ago during the
British rule. The island is open for visitors during the day time and can be
accessed via the boat jetty from Phoenix bay. The 'Smritika' museum located
on the beach depicts the history of the island.
Day Three
» Stop 1 : Viper Island
Viper is another beautiful island, a witness to the brutalities carried out
on Indian freedom fighters by British soldiers during the colonial times. A
museum here displays numerous artifacts belonging to the colonial era.
Shopping in Andaman &
Nicobar

Although Andaman & Nicobar islands are more famous for offering
thrilling adventure sports opportunities, shopping here can be fun too. The
main shopping area is located in Port Blair where you can buy multi hued
coral and seashell souvenirs. Amongst other major buys are palm mats,
coconut shell lamp shade, woodcrafts likefurniture and walking sticks as
well as nicobaree mats. Some of the major shopping areas in Andaman &
Nicobar are : » Goalghar
» Junglighat
» Prem Nagar
» Delanipur
» Cottage Industries Emporium
» Gram Khadi Commission