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Cellular Jail: The motive of the Islands and the result of the East India Company arriving in the region, Initially built to hold captive the supporters and allied members of the Revolt of 1857, especially of the Maughal Royal family was later extended to hold the Political Prisoners of the Indian Freedom Struggle. The most famous prisoner to be held at the Cellular Jail was "Veer Savarkar". The Cellular jail was known for its infamous cruelty meted out to prisoners, made to toil under the extreme vagaries of nature without food and water alike, death for the prisoners was an easier option rather than a release or escape.
Timings: 09:00 to 12:00 hrs and 13:00 to 16:15
Closed on: Mondays and Public Holidays. |
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Location: Near to G.B. Pant Hospital, Port Blair.
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| Anthropological Museum |
Anthropological Museum: The Anthropological Museum located west of Aberdeen Bazaar (Port Blair). The museums preserve ancient tools, cloths and models of aborigines of Andaman and Nicobar islands.
Timing: 09:00 to 13:00 hrs and 13:30 to 16:30 hrs.
Closed on: Mondays and Public Holidays
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Location: Opposite to Pay & Accounts Office, Port Blair.
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| Fisheries Museum - Musuem is currently Closed for renovations - will open shortly |
Fisheries Museum: The Andaman and Nicobar Islands Fisheries Museum is located close to the Andaman Water Sports Complex. This museum is an ideal place to visit for the tourists who are interested in marine life. The Fisheries Museum of Andaman and Nicobar Islands houses as many as 350 different species of marine life. The Fisheries Museum in Andaman and Nicobar Islands remains closed on national holidays and Mondays.
Timings: 09:00 to 12:00 hrs and 13:00 to 16:30 hrs.
Closed on: Mondays and Public Holidays. |
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Location: Near Andaman Water Sports Complex, Port Blair.
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| Naval Marine Museum (Samudrika) |
Naval Marine Museum (Samudrika): Being an advanced station for the Indian Navy, Port Blair is also home to Samudrika, which is the marine Museum, established, operated and maintained by the Indian Navy. The museum houses a variety of Rare and beautiful corals, for the viewing of the general public. In addition it also showcases the marine life of the region with the aim that the general public can appreciate the Flora and Fauna of the Sea and not disturb the fragile ecosystem by rampant coral hunting & fishing of endangered species.
Timings: 14:00 to 18:30 hrs
Closed on: Mondays and Public Holidays. |
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Location: Opposite to Teal House, Port Blair.
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| Science Centre |
Science Centre: One of its kind in the Country, the Science Centre is a must see for all visitors, and not only children, as it enthrals with every turn. Providing knowledge to the visitors on the science behind the functioning of Oceans and the growth of Corals and how school of fish make way and behave to climatic changes, the centre integrates facets of Geography & Science.
Timings: 9:00 to 13:00 and 14:00 to 17:30.
Closed on: Mondays and Public Holidays. |
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Location: Goodwill Estate, Corbyn’s Cove Road, Port Blair.
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| Chatham Saw Mill |
Chatham Saw Mill: The privilege of not only being Asia's largest and oldest saw mill, but having an entire Island to itself makes Chatham Saw Mill stand out from the ordinary. Established in 1883 the mill has been operating for over 175 years, keeping in place the original machinery and technology of wood processing.
Timings: 8:00 to 14:30
Closed on: Sundays and public holidays.
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Location: Chatham, Port Blair.
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Sound & Light Show (Hindi) & (English)
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Sound & Light Show: Every evening the Cellular Jail organizes two Light & Sound show. They have dramatized the incidents of the jail in and around on the lone witness the Pippal Tree in the campus. The ordeal and torture of the prisoners was witnessed by the tree which may be several hundred years old. Ticket: Rs.20/- per show.
Timings: Hindi Show: Monday, Wednesday & Friday - 1730 hours. All other days - 1730 and 1845 hours. English show: Monday, Wednesday & Friday - 1845 hours.
Closed on: Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays(For English Show only).
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| Location: Cellular Jail, Port Blair |
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Corbyn’s Cove Beach
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The Islands only beach near by the city, corbyn's cove gets its name due to its unique shape, being one of its kind in the country and is named after Corbyn Chaplain of Port Blair. The beach is flanked at the edges by Japanese Bunkers to remind visitors of the days of Japanese occupation of the island. The pristine sands and water make it an experience to remember for any visitor.
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| Location: Port Blair, Andaman |
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Chidiyatapu
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Chidiyatapu: Chidiyatapu is a tiny fishing village situated at the southern most tip of South Andaman Island. It is about 25 km from Port Blair in Andaman District. The place is also famous for its 46 varieties of endemic birds, white spotted deer and seasonal orchids. This village has earned the name, Bird Island.
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| Location: Port Blair, Andaman |
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Collinpur
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Collinpur: Collinpur, situated at South Andamans in Andaman District, is 36 km from Port Blair by road. With a beautiful sandy beach with shallow water, the area is suitable for swimming, sun basking and viewing sunset.
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| Location: Port Blair, Andaman |
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Wandoor
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Wandoor: At a distance or 30 Kms form Port Blair is Wandoor & Mahatma Gandhi National Park, the sanctuary of restricted Islands. The region is controlled by the Forest Department to protect the Marine Flora and Fauna from frequent human interference.
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Location: Wandoor, South Andaman, Andaman Islands
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Jolly Buoy Island
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Jolly Buoy: Located at a distance of around 15 Nautical Miles from the Wandoor Jetty, inside the Mahatma Gandhi National Park, the Island boasts of a beach of almost white sand and a mixture of both shallow and deep waters and is one of the most coveted spots for snorkelling enthusiasts, closer to Port Blair. The transparency of the water lets one see the beauty of the Pillar, Star, Brain & Fungia Corals. There are experienced guides to provide assistance for amateur snorkelers and provision of Glass Bottom Boats. Even those not proficient in swimming can enjoy in the shallow waters with ease.
Closed on: Jollybuoy Island is closed on Monday. Jolly Buoy or Red Skin any one Island is open at a time.
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Location: Port Blair, Andaman
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Red Skin Island
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Red Skin: Closer to the Wandoor jetty, Red Skin island boasts of unique flora of corals. The colour of the waters varies as per the coral presence and this adds to the beauty of the Island. Partially covered by forests the island has a small coastline and mangrove forests to its edges. The breathtaking view of the diversity of the island holds one in awe.
Closed on: Red Skin Island is closed on Monday. Jolly Buoy or Red Skin any one Island is open at a time.
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Location: Port Blair, Andaman
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Ross Island
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Ross Land: Ross Island, which is accessible from Aberdeen Jetty through a boat ride, is situated at the entry region of Port Blair harbor. Ross Island, once the administrative head quarters of British Colonial Rulers, still bears the ruins of a Church and cemetery. It was during the British rule that the island was developed to a perfect township. Many reminiscent of old British regime are still alive in this stunning Island.
Closed on: Wednesday.
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Location: Port Blair, Andaman
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North Bay Island
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North Bay Island: North Bay (Coral Island) is accessable from Port Blair via ferry. The treasures of these coral islands are unforgettable. As the underwater world comes alive, one forgets that there is a less perfect world outside, so engrossing are the vast expanses of colorful corals, fish and vegetation.
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Location: North Bay, Port Blair
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Viper Island
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Viper Island: Viper Island is very near to Port Blair and was the site of the old Jail where the British used to harbor convicts and political prisoners Viper Island is a serene beautiful tourist destination and can be approached by harbor cruise originating from Aberdeen Jetty in Port Blair. his Island was part of the great Indian independence history and had witnessed the sufferings and sacrifices of Indian national involved in freedom struggle.
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Location: Viper Island, Andaman
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Mount Harriet
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Mount Harriet: The summer headquarters of the Chief Commissioner during British. It is 365 meters high, the second highest peak in the Andamans. One can trek upto Madhuban through a nature trails and can find rare flora and fauna, endemic birds, animals and butterflies.
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Location: Port blair, Andaman.
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Andaman Water Sports Complex
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A pleasure for any aqua sport enthusiast, the complex dedicated in memory of the Former Prime Minister, has activities such as water scooters, speed boats, water cycles, pedal & row Boats alike. The services are offered for a minimal fee and monitored by trained elite professionals.
Visitors can also enjoy pleasant walk and a quick tasty bite at the cafeteria.
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Location: Port blair, Andaman.
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