About Andaman & Nicobar Islands: Facts & Information
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Area
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8,249 sq k
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Capital
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Port Blair
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Languages
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Bengali, Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam, Nicobarese, Telugu
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Temperature
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Summer 31 (Max) & 28(Min) Degrees Celsius
Winter 24 (Max) & 21 (Min) Degrees Celsius
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Best time to Go
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October – March
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Monsoon
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May to October
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Summer
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March-April
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Clothes
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Light Cottons all year round
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Nearest Airport
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Hospital & Doctor
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Ample health facility that includes 2 District Hospitals and 19 Primary Health Centers
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Places to see
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Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park, Sippighat Farm, Chidiya Tapu, Collinpur, Mount Harriet, Neil Island, Long Island, Rangat, Mayabunder.
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Not many ventures into this remotest outpost of India that goes by the name of Andaman & Nicobar Islands. But those who do are blessed by an experience that is hard to find elsewhere. Andaman & Nicobar Islands is a grand collection of 572 islands, situated 1000 kilometers off the east coast of India in the Bay of Bengal.
Andaman and Nicobar Islands is the union territory belonging to India, with Port Blair as its capital. Of all the 572 islands only 38 are permanently inhabited. Once upon a time these islands were used as a separated and isolated prison for people fighting for Indian Independence, but the winds of change swept through these islands soon after independence and they became a favorite haunt of the discerning traveler looking for a unique experience in the sea.
What makes Andaman a popular choice? Andaman Tour Packages offer its blue waters, coral reefs, scuba diving, white sandy beaches or the fact that the islands are as pure and pristine as the blue water itself. It can be either of these or a combination of all. After all beauty is what you see and experience. Two tourists may experience the same place in two different ways.
Andaman & Nicobar Islands are all about experiences that last a lifetime. There are a number of ways and a host of places to make your trip to Andaman & Nicobar Islands an experience to cherish. Tourism in Andaman & Nicobar Islands is largely concentrated in the islands in and around Port Blair as well as Havelock.
Tourist places in Andaman & Nicobar Islands
Places of tourist interest in Andaman are scattered in and around Port Blair, which is the capital for Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The Mahatma Gandhi National Marine Park, Wandoor is located at a distance of 29 kilometers from Port Blair and is great place to check out the mangrove forests, beautiful beaches, coral reefs and schools of ornamental fish and marine life. Located in Wandoor Jolly Buoy and Redskin islands are a must visit tourist spot.
Neil and Havelock are the most popular and easily accessible islands from Port Blair. You can take small boats which leave the Phoenix Bay Harbor every four times in a week’s time towards Havelock, generally docking at Neil on the way. You may spot dolphins, giant sea tortoise or flying fish on your way to Havelock, which lies north of Neil.
Ross Island is another place to hop and see the several reminiscences of the British administration including a Church, Cemetery and Swimming Pool. Viper Island is known for its old jail where the British used to keep the prisoners.
Port Blair has many interesting places that one can visit. Mini Zoo of Haddo is a good place to see some of the rare species of endemic birds and animals found in the island of Andaman and Nicobar. Cellular Jail, an important landmark is a must visit. Do not miss sound and light show. Andaman Water Sports Complex is where you can head to for safe water sports such as Rowing Boats, Paddle Boats, Kayaks, Aqua-cycle, Aqua-glide...etc. Other places worth visiting in Port Blair are Mount Harriet and Kalapathar.
Reaching there and Best time to go
Indian, Simplifly Deccan, Jet Airways and Kingfisher run regular flights to Port Blair from Chennai and Kolkata. You can also check out Spice Jet and Jet Lite flights from Kolkata.
The other way of reaching Port Blair is through sea route. You can get here by ship from Kolkata and Chennai. A ship from Visakhapatnam also departs and heads on towards Port Blair.
Best Time to Go: November - April
Eating out in Andaman & Nicobar Islands
Seafood is common as well as popular in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands. Fish, Crabs, Lobsters and Prawns are easily available and deliciously cooked. From top-notch and classy restaurants in Port Blair to the local dhabas on Havelock, fish is the common ingredient in the region. Basic Indian food is also available, though a bit expensive; since many of the ingredients has to be imported. Every type of cuisine is available including North Indian, South Indian, Vegetarian, Continental and Chinese.
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