India /Andaman and Nicobar /South Andaman /Port Blair

Sight Address : Coral Island (North Bay), Port Blair, South Andaman Island, India Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Coral Island (North Bay) is located in Port Blair. The beach around Coral Island is well known for water corals. The island with pristine sand beaches, edged by natural beauty is perfect for sea loving human and nature lovers. The coral reefs are beautifully adored by nature drawing many visitors. The island is accessible from Port Blair via ferry. Ferry can be taken from Rajiv Gandhi Water Sports Complex jetty and it will take around 15 to 20 mins to reach the island. Besides, one can also enjoy snorkelling and experience the underwater world.

Coral Island, Port Blair

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Popular

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

Winters (December to February)
Summers (March to mid-May)

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning , Afternoon , Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

N.A.

Ticket Required : Yes Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : Ferry cost: Rs 125, Snorkelling – Rs 300 per head, Glass boat- Rs 200 per head.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Private hire cars are available for local sightseeing around Port Blair and South Andaman.

Bus : Local buses are also available for inter-city and intra-city travel. Very cheap, but you’ll need to ask around to figure out the routes.

Train : N.A.

Air : Port Blair’s Vir Savarkar Airport (IATA: IXZ) is located about 2 km south of the city. Taxis and autorickshaws wait outside the terminal at flight times. Public buses can be flagged down on the main road just outside the airport (cross the road). A bus to Aberdeen Bazaar will cost no more than ₹7. The terminal is small and reasonably modern, with an air-conditioned departure hall, but aside for an overpriced kiosk selling chai and crisps there’s not much to tide you over if your flight is delayed.

Others : Ship : Regular pax ship services are available to Port Blair from Chennai. There are 3 to 4 sailings every month, The voyage takes about 50 to 60 hrs & the ship normally berths at Port Blair for about 2 to 4 days.
Schedules & tariffs can be obtained from:
Shipping Corporation of India Ltd., Jawahar Building, Rajaji Salai, Chennai – 600 001 Tel: 044-25231401to 9, 25225835,25231407.
The Deputy Director of Shipping Services, A&N Administration, 6, Rajaji Salai, Chennai – 600 001 Tel: 044-25220841, 25226873
Estimated Fares: Name of Vessel and fare per berth
M.V.Nicobar Rs.5,880; M.V.Nancowry RS.4,860; M.V.Swarajdweep Rs.1,510 to Rs.3,870;M.V.Harshvardhana Rs.1,510 to Rs.5,880;M.V.Akbar Rs.1,310 to Rs.5

Auto-rickshaws : Auto-rickshaws are abundant, and within town should cost ₹20-40. Auto fare from airport to Aberdeen Bazaar in the city centre is Rs.30. Auto fare from Aberdeen Bazaar to Rajiv Gandhi Water Sports Complex is Rs.10. From Aberdeen Bazaar to Marine jetty (from where you get ships to Havelock Islands, Long island, etc) is also ₹10 (as on March 2010) Note: Another writer would say these prices are extremely low and only a local would get them.

Things to CarryEdit

• Carry your own food and plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

HelplineEdit

• Fire Service – 101
• Ambulance – 232102/233473
• Police Control Room – Port Blair – 232100,100
• Tourism Police Office – 03192-231346

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India /Andaman and Nicobar /South Andaman /Port Blair

Sight Address : Collinpur beach is located at a distance of 40 kms from Port Blair. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Collinpur beach in Andaman Islands is blessed with cobalt waters and sun kissed beaches. This beach is splashed with smooth sands and thick vegetation cover of various hues of green. Dazzling clouds keep hovering over the azure waters of the beach. While reaching to this exotic beach, you will find chunky veil of palm groves. The account below splashes a good deal of information on this beautiful beach. The beach is popular as Sunset Bay. With a beautiful sandy beach with shallow water, the area is suitable for swimming, sun basking and viewing sunset. This beach attracts tourists who take pleasure in retreat and natural environs. This beach is without a doubt, just the right place for a delightful sunset.

Collinpur Beach, Port Blair

HistoryEdit

Collinpur beach is situated 40 km from Port Blair and is a good place for swimming, sun bathing and enjoying the sunset. Collinpur is situated near Tirur and has shallow water. This place is ideal for day trips.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

Winters (December to February)
Summers (March to mid-May)

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning , Afternoon , Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

N.A.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Private hire cars are available for local sightseeing around Port Blair and South Andaman.

Bus : Local buses are also available for inter-city and intra-city travel. Very cheap, but you’ll need to ask around to figure out the routes.

Train : N.A.

Air : Port Blair’s Vir Savarkar Airport (IATA: IXZ) is located about 2 km south of the city. Taxis and autorickshaws wait outside the terminal at flight times. Public buses can be flagged down on the main road just outside the airport (cross the road). A bus to Aberdeen Bazaar will cost no more than ₹7. The terminal is small and reasonably modern, with an air-conditioned departure hall, but aside for an overpriced kiosk selling chai and crisps there’s not much to tide you over if your flight is delayed.

Others : Ship :Regular pax ship services are available to Port Blair from Chennai. There are 3 to 4 sailings every month, The voyage takes about 50 to 60 hrs & the ship normally berths at Port Blair for about 2 to 4 days.
Schedules & tariffs can be obtained from:
Shipping Corporation of India Ltd., Jawahar Building, Rajaji Salai, Chennai – 600 001 Tel: 044-25231401to 9, 25225835,25231407.
The Deputy Director of Shipping Services, A&N Administration, 6, Rajaji Salai, Chennai – 600 001 Tel: 044-25220841, 25226873
Estimated Fares: Name of Vessel and fare per berth
M.V.Nicobar Rs.5,880; M.V.Nancowry RS.4,860; M.V.Swarajdweep Rs.1,510 to Rs.3,870;M.V.Harshvardhana Rs.1,510 to Rs.5,880;M.V.Akbar Rs.1,310 to Rs.5

Auto-rickshaws :Auto-rickshaws are abundant, and within town should cost ₹20-40. Auto fare from airport to Aberdeen Bazaar in the city centre is Rs.30. Auto fare from Aberdeen Bazaar to Rajiv Gandhi Water Sports Complex is Rs.10. From Aberdeen Bazaar to Marine jetty (from where you get ships to Havelock Islands, Long island, etc) is also ₹10 (as on March 2010) Note: Another writer would say these prices are extremely low and only a local would get them.

Things to CarryEdit

• Carry your own food and plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

HelplineEdit

• Fire Service – 101
• Ambulance – 232102/233473
• Police Control Room – Port Blair – 232100,100
• Tourism Police Office – 03192-231346

Gallery

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Jolly Buoy Island

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Cellular Jail

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Coral Island

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India /Andaman and Nicobar /South Andaman /Port Blair

Sight Address : Chidiya Tapu is located 25 km from Port Blair and is a tiny village in the southern most tip of South Andaman. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Chidiya Tapu, also known as the bird island, is located 25kms from Port Blair in the southern most tip of South Andaman. Chidiya Tapu is a small village with lush green mangroves, tranquil islands, and forest bestowed with numerous chirping birds, making it an ideal picnic spot. Chidiya Tapu, well known for its rich collection of birds, white spotted deer and orchids, draws many visitors, and is a perfect place for nature lovers. The sky of Chidiya Tapu is filled with around 46 species of birds namely, drongos, hanging parrot, scarlet minivet, emerald dove, long-tailed and red-breasted parakeets, white-bellied sea eagles and grey-fronted and imperial green pigeons to name a few.
Chidiya Tapu is well known for its green landscape, enthralling beaches, variety of corals, vivid butterflies and most significantly, the exquisite view of the setting sun in the horizon. The main attractions here include the Chidiya Tapu Biological Park, Chidiya Tapu Beach, the Sylvan Sands and the Munda Pahar beaches. There is a forest guest house located atop the hillock that offers a panoramic view of the entire village as well as islands beyond. The water in this region is alive with bright corals which makes it an excellent site for snorkelling. Incidentally, Chidiya Tapu Beach offers a variety of sea shells which makes shell craft a prime industry of the Chidiya Tapu. Some of the shell products which are sold here are table lamps, ashtrays, bangles, decorative boxes and show pieces.

Chidiya Tapu, Port Blair

HistoryEdit

Chidiya Tapu, also known as the bird island, is located 25kms from Port Blair in the southern most tip of South Andaman. Chidiya Tapu is a small village with lush green mangroves, tranquil islands, and forest bestowed with numerous chirping birds, making it an ideal picnic spot.Chidiya Tapu, well known for its rich collection of birds, white spotted deer and orchids, draws many visitors, and is a perfect place for nature lovers. The sky of Chidiya Tapu is filled with around 46 species of birds namely, drongos, hanging parrot, scarlet minivet, emerald dove, long-tailed and red-breasted parakeets, white-bellied sea eagles and grey-fronted and imperial green pigeons to name a few. Chidiya Tapu is well known for its green landscape, enthralling beaches, variety of corals, vivid butterflies and most significantly, the exquisite view of the setting sun in the horizon. The main attractions here include the Chidiya Tapu Biological Park, Chidiya Tapu Beach, the Sylvan Sands and the Munda Pahar beaches. There is a forest guest house located atop the hillock that offers a panoramic view of the entire village as well as islands beyond.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

Winters (December to February)
Summers (March to mid-May)

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning , Afternoon , Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

N.A.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Chidiya Tapu, Port Blair

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Private hire cars are available for local sightseeing around Port Blair and South Andaman.

Bus : Local buses are also available for inter-city and intra-city travel. Very cheap, but you’ll need to ask around to figure out the routes.

Train : N.A.

Air : Port Blair’s Vir Savarkar Airport (IATA: IXZ) is located about 2 km south of the city. Taxis and autorickshaws wait outside the terminal at flight times. Public buses can be flagged down on the main road just outside the airport (cross the road). A bus to Aberdeen Bazaar will cost no more than ₹7. The terminal is small and reasonably modern, with an air-conditioned departure hall, but aside for an overpriced kiosk selling chai and crisps there’s not much to tide you over if your flight is delayed.

Others : Ship : Regular pax ship services are available to Port Blair from Chennai. There are 3 to 4 sailings every month, The voyage takes about 50 to 60 hrs & the ship normally berths at Port Blair for about 2 to 4 days.
Schedules & tariffs can be obtained from:
Shipping Corporation of India Ltd., Jawahar Building, Rajaji Salai, Chennai – 600 001 Tel: 044-25231401to 9, 25225835,25231407.
The Deputy Director of Shipping Services, A&N Administration, 6, Rajaji Salai, Chennai – 600 001 Tel: 044-25220841, 25226873
Estimated Fares: Name of Vessel and fare per berth
M.V.Nicobar Rs.5,880; M.V.Nancowry RS.4,860; M.V.Swarajdweep Rs.1,510 to Rs.3,870;M.V.Harshvardhana Rs.1,510 to Rs.5,880;M.V.Akbar Rs.1,310 to Rs.5

Auto-rickshaws : Auto-rickshaws are abundant, and within town should cost ₹20-40. Auto fare from airport to Aberdeen Bazaar in the city centre is Rs.30. Auto fare from Aberdeen Bazaar to Rajiv Gandhi Water Sports Complex is Rs.10. From Aberdeen Bazaar to Marine jetty (from where you get ships to Havelock Islands, Long island, etc) is also ₹10 (as on March 2010) Note: Another writer would say these prices are extremely low and only a local would get them.

Things to CarryEdit

• Carry your own food and plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

HelplineEdit

• Fire Service – 101
• Ambulance – 232102/233473
• Police Control Room – Port Blair – 232100,100
• Tourism Police Office – 03192-231346

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India /Andaman and Nicobar /South Andaman /Port Blair

Sight Address : Anthropological Museum, Phoenix Bay, Port Blair, South Andaman Island, India Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Anthropological Museum is maintained and managed by ASI, Anthropological Survey of India, and is located at Port Blair, the capital of Andaman. It is an exquisite small museum showcasing wide collection of tools and weapons used by Anadamanese tribes. This also encloses many photographs of different tribes and aborigines of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. A great treasure of Island history, a well maintained library, functions on the top of the museum. Many films depicting the life and culture of the Andaman are also preserved here. The Museum authorities arrange few documentary and film shows for the visitors of the museum.

Anthropological Museum, Port Blair

HistoryEdit

Anthropological museum in Port Blair is an ethnographic museum started in the year 1975-76. It illustrates the four Negrito Tribes of the Andamans viz. the Jarawas, Sentinelese, Great Andamanese and the Onges and two Mongoloid tribes of the Nicobar viz. the Nicobarese and the Shompens

Must SeeEdit

Popular

Visiting TimeEdit

09.00 am to 01.00 pm
01.30 pm to 04.30 pm

Closed OnEdit

Thursdays & Govt. Holidays.

Best Season to VisitEdit

Winters (December to February)
Summers (March to mid-May)

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning , Afternoon , Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

N.A.

Ticket Required : Yes Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : Rs 10

Kids Rs. : Rs 10

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : Rs 50

Kids Rs. : Rs 50

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

• New india café ;  MA Road, Port Blair 744101. India ; Ph/M –  N.A. ; Food Serve –  Multi Cuisine

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Private hire cars are available for local sightseeing around Port Blair and South Andaman.

Bus : Local buses are also available for inter-city and intra-city travel. Very cheap, but you’ll need to ask around to figure out the routes.

Train : N.A.

Air : Port Blair’s Vir Savarkar Airport (IATA: IXZ) is located about 2 km south of the city. Taxis and autorickshaws wait outside the terminal at flight times. Public buses can be flagged down on the main road just outside the airport (cross the road). A bus to Aberdeen Bazaar will cost no more than ₹7. The terminal is small and reasonably modern, with an air-conditioned departure hall, but aside for an overpriced kiosk selling chai and crisps there’s not much to tide you over if your flight is delayed.

Others : Ship : Regular pax ship services are available to Port Blair from Chennai. There are 3 to 4 sailings every month, The voyage takes about 50 to 60 hrs & the ship normally berths at Port Blair for about 2 to 4 days.
Schedules & tariffs can be obtained from:
Shipping Corporation of India Ltd., Jawahar Building, Rajaji Salai, Chennai – 600 001 Tel: 044-25231401to 9, 25225835,25231407.
The Deputy Director of Shipping Services, A&N Administration, 6, Rajaji Salai, Chennai – 600 001 Tel: 044-25220841, 25226873
Estimated Fares: Name of Vessel and fare per berth
M.V.Nicobar Rs.5,880; M.V.Nancowry RS.4,860; M.V.Swarajdweep Rs.1,510 to Rs.3,870;M.V.Harshvardhana Rs.1,510 to Rs.5,880;M.V.Akbar Rs.1,310 to Rs.5

Auto-rickshaws : Auto-rickshaws are abundant, and within town should cost ₹20-40. Auto fare from airport to Aberdeen Bazaar in the city centre is Rs.30. Auto fare from Aberdeen Bazaar to Rajiv Gandhi Water Sports Complex is Rs.10. From Aberdeen Bazaar to Marine jetty (from where you get ships to Havelock Islands, Long island, etc) is also ₹10 (as on March 2010) Note: Another writer would say these prices are extremely low and only a local would get them.

Things to CarryEdit

Safety / WarningEdit

HelplineEdit

• Fire Service – 101
• Ambulance – 232102/233473
• Police Control Room – Port Blair – 232100,100
• Tourism Police Office – 03192-231346

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Jolly Buoy Island

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Cellular Jail

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Coral Island

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India /Andaman and Nicobar /South Andaman /Port Blair

Sight Address : Science Centre is Located at Goodwill Estate, Corbyn’s Cove Road in Port Blair. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Science Centre is the must see place while visiting Andaman & Nicobar Islands, located at Goodwill Estate, Corbyn’s Cove Road in Port Blair, this science centre reveals the science behind the functioning of Oceans, the maturation of Corals and behavior of fish with the climatic changes. The Centre itself is the integration of the aspects of Geography and Science. Science Centre also has an amphibian seaplane, operating in the region and a host of outdoor exhibits. At this centre, visitors can gain knowledge on science of oceans while creating waves of different parameters and exploring their features. One can get a glimpse of variety of birds and butterflies in the grounds of the Science Centre, in their natural habitats.

Science Centre, Port Blair

HistoryEdit

Science Centre is the place where you come to know that Andaman & Nicobar islands were all part of the South Asian mainland with continuous mountain range running down from the Arakan Yomas in Burma through Sumatra, Java and Indonesia. Then, 150 million years ago, due to geological activity, the land submerged and created the islands of mountaintops. The genesis of the Andaman & Nicobar archipelago is depicted through interactive exhibits in the Andaman & Nicobar islands gallery of the centre.

Must SeeEdit

Popular

Visiting TimeEdit

10 am to 5.30 pm

Closed OnEdit

Wednesdays.

Best Season to VisitEdit

Winters (December to February)
Summers (March to mid-May)

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning , Afternoon , Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

N.A.

Ticket Required : Yes Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : Rs 5

Kids Rs. : Rs 5

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : Rs 5

Kids Rs. : Rs 5

Still Photo Camera Rs. : Rs 10

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Private hire cars are available for local sightseeing around Port Blair and South Andaman.

Bus : Local buses are also available for inter-city and intra-city travel. Very cheap, but you’ll need to ask around to figure out the routes.

Train : N.A.

Air : Port Blair’s Vir Savarkar Airport (IATA: IXZ) is located about 2 km south of the city. Taxis and autorickshaws wait outside the terminal at flight times. Public buses can be flagged down on the main road just outside the airport (cross the road). A bus to Aberdeen Bazaar will cost no more than ₹7. The terminal is small and reasonably modern, with an air-conditioned departure hall, but aside for an overpriced kiosk selling chai and crisps there’s not much to tide you over if your flight is delayed.

Others : Ship : Regular pax ship services are available to Port Blair from Chennai. There are 3 to 4 sailings every month, The voyage takes about 50 to 60 hrs & the ship normally berths at Port Blair for about 2 to 4 days.
Schedules & tariffs can be obtained from:
Shipping Corporation of India Ltd., Jawahar Building, Rajaji Salai, Chennai – 600 001 Tel: 044-25231401to 9, 25225835,25231407.
The Deputy Director of Shipping Services, A&N Administration, 6, Rajaji Salai, Chennai – 600 001 Tel: 044-25220841, 25226873
Estimated Fares: Name of Vessel and fare per berth
M.V.Nicobar Rs.5,880; M.V.Nancowry RS.4,860; M.V.Swarajdweep Rs.1,510 to Rs.3,870;M.V.Harshvardhana Rs.1,510 to Rs.5,880;M.V.Akbar Rs.1,310 to Rs.5

Auto-rickshaws : Auto-rickshaws are abundant, and within town should cost ₹20-40. Auto fare from airport to Aberdeen Bazaar in the city centre is Rs.30. Auto fare from Aberdeen Bazaar to Rajiv Gandhi Water Sports Complex is Rs.10. From Aberdeen Bazaar to Marine jetty (from where you get ships to Havelock Islands, Long island, etc) is also ₹10 (as on March 2010) Note: Another writer would say these prices are extremely low and only a local would get them.

Things to CarryEdit

• Carry your own food and plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

HelplineEdit

• Fire Service – 101
• Ambulance – 232102/233473
• Police Control Room – Port Blair – 232100,100
• Tourism Police Office – 03192-231346

Gallery

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Jolly Buoy Island

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Cellular Jail

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Coral Island

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India /Andaman and Nicobar /South Andaman /Port Blair

Sight Address : Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park (Wandoor) is located on the South Western coast of South Andaman, in the Bay of Bengal. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park (Wandoor), is a popular tourist attraction in Andaman. This is a fantastic National Park for Marine life in Andaman and is unique all over the world. The pristine beauty Jolly Buoy Island is a part of this National Park. The National Park encloses a stunning golden beach with soft sands and lush green surroundings dense with bushes and coconut palms. This renowned marine park encloses part of open sea & a number of small and large islands and creeks. This is one of the worlds best known scuba diving location in Andaman. One can get a close look of underwater marine life in the beaches of this National Park, including corals and sea weeds. It is advised to take packed lunch and water before proceeding to the Marine National Park. Tourist Coaches are available from Andaman Teal House to Wandoor. Regular bus services are also operated from Bus Terminus to Wandoor.

Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park, Port Blair

HistoryEdit

Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park (Wandoor), was created 24 May 1983 under the Wildlife Protection Act of 1972 to protect marine life such as the corals and nesting sea turtles prevalent in the area. It was placed under the protection of the Chief Wildlife Warden of the forest department of the Andaman & Nicobar Islands. The islands are uninhabited land although, per the 1981 census, there is a population of 3000 living in 8 adjacent villages.

Must SeeEdit

Popular

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

Mondays.

Best Season to VisitEdit

Winters (December to February)
Summers (March to mid-May)

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning , Afternoon , Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

N.A.

Ticket Required : Yes Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : Rs. 50/-

Kids Rs. : Rs.25/-

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : Rs.500/-

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : Rs.25

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Private hire cars are available for local sightseeing around Port Blair and South Andaman.

Bus : Local buses are also available for inter-city and intra-city travel. Very cheap, but you’ll need to ask around to figure out the routes.

Train : N.A.

Air : Port Blair’s Vir Savarkar Airport (IATA: IXZ) is located about 2 km south of the city. Taxis and autorickshaws wait outside the terminal at flight times. Public buses can be flagged down on the main road just outside the airport (cross the road). A bus to Aberdeen Bazaar will cost no more than ₹7. The terminal is small and reasonably modern, with an air-conditioned departure hall, but aside for an overpriced kiosk selling chai and crisps there’s not much to tide you over if your flight is delayed.

Others : Ship : Regular pax ship services are available to Port Blair from Chennai. There are 3 to 4 sailings every month, The voyage takes about 50 to 60 hrs & the ship normally berths at Port Blair for about 2 to 4 days.
Schedules & tariffs can be obtained from:
Shipping Corporation of India Ltd., Jawahar Building, Rajaji Salai, Chennai – 600 001 Tel: 044-25231401to 9, 25225835,25231407.
The Deputy Director of Shipping Services, A&N Administration, 6, Rajaji Salai, Chennai – 600 001 Tel: 044-25220841, 25226873
Estimated Fares: Name of Vessel and fare per berth
M.V.Nicobar Rs.5,880; M.V.Nancowry RS.4,860; M.V.Swarajdweep Rs.1,510 to Rs.3,870;M.V.Harshvardhana Rs.1,510 to Rs.5,880;M.V.Akbar Rs.1,310 to Rs.5

Auto-rickshaws : Auto-rickshaws are abundant, and within town should cost ₹20-40. Auto fare from airport to Aberdeen Bazaar in the city centre is Rs.30. Auto fare from Aberdeen Bazaar to Rajiv Gandhi Water Sports Complex is Rs.10. From Aberdeen Bazaar to Marine jetty (from where you get ships to Havelock Islands, Long island, etc) is also ₹10 (as on March 2010) Note: Another writer would say these prices are extremely low and only a local would get them.

Things to CarryEdit

• It is a MUST to carry food and water to Jolly Buoy as you won’t find anything there. You can pick up something from Wandoor, however Visitors are advised to bring packed lunch packs and Water bottles from Port Blair. PLEASE DO NOT THROW RUBBISH ALL OVER THE AREA. PLEASE KEEP WANDOOR BEACH CLEAN!

Safety / WarningEdit

• Plastic bottles and bags are not permitted in the park and one need to deposit money for each bottle carried. The security deposit is Rs. 100 for up to 3 bottles. On completion of the trip, you are expected to show the required number of bottles to the forest official to claim your deposit.

HelplineEdit

• Fire Service – 101
• Ambulance – 232102/233473
• Police Control Room – Port Blair – 232100,100
• Tourism Police Office – 03192-231346

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Jolly Buoy Island

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Coral Island

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India /Andaman and Nicobar /South Andaman /Port Blair

Sight Address : Corbyn’s Cove is situated just 7 kilometres from Port Blair city. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Corbyns cove beach is situated 7 kms from Port Blair. This coconut- palm fringed beach, is ideal for swimming, surfing and sun- basking. This is the only beach within the city a very short distance, one can enjoy the distant ross island, cool sea breeze and kaleidoscopic view of blue waters. The complex has restaurant and bar. Indian travel agent gives special discounted hotel from budget hotels to Deluxe hotels in India. Corbyn’s Cove is a serene and unspoiled soft sandy beach in Andaman near to Port Blair.

Corbyn’s Cove, Port Blair

HistoryEdit

Corbyns cove beach is set in picturesque backgrounds of lush green coconut palms and pleasant sea. There is a pristine tourism Complex, which offers all kinds of facilities for an enthusiastic traveler. This is an ideal spot for sun basking and sea bathing. The main attractions in this beach are the inviting water sports activities. This beach and the water closed to the beach are perfect location for surfing, scuba diving and boating. Many pill boxes and bunkers established by Japanese add the attraction of the beach.

Must SeeEdit

Must see

Visiting TimeEdit

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Winters (December to February)
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Morning , Afternoon , Evening.

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Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

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• Waves ;  Corbyn’s Cove, Port Blair, South Andaman Island, India ; Ph/M –  N.A. ; Food Serve –  Cuisines: Indian, Seafood, Thai.

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Private hire cars are available for local sightseeing around Port Blair and South Andaman.

Bus : Local buses are also available for inter-city and intra-city travel. Very cheap, but you’ll need to ask around to figure out the routes.

Train : N.A.

Air : Port Blair’s Vir Savarkar Airport (IATA: IXZ) is located about 2 km south of the city. Taxis and autorickshaws wait outside the terminal at flight times. Public buses can be flagged down on the main road just outside the airport (cross the road). A bus to Aberdeen Bazaar will cost no more than ₹7. The terminal is small and reasonably modern, with an air-conditioned departure hall, but aside for an overpriced kiosk selling chai and crisps there’s not much to tide you over if your flight is delayed.

Others : Ship : Regular pax ship services are available to Port Blair from Chennai. There are 3 to 4 sailings every month, The voyage takes about 50 to 60 hrs & the ship normally berths at Port Blair for about 2 to 4 days.
Schedules & tariffs can be obtained from:
Shipping Corporation of India Ltd., Jawahar Building, Rajaji Salai, Chennai – 600 001 Tel: 044-25231401to 9, 25225835,25231407.
The Deputy Director of Shipping Services, A&N Administration, 6, Rajaji Salai, Chennai – 600 001 Tel: 044-25220841, 25226873
Estimated Fares: Name of Vessel and fare per berth
M.V.Nicobar Rs.5,880; M.V.Nancowry RS.4,860; M.V.Swarajdweep Rs.1,510 to Rs.3,870;M.V.Harshvardhana Rs.1,510 to Rs.5,880;M.V.Akbar Rs.1,310 to Rs.5

Auto-rickshaws : Auto-rickshaws are abundant, and within town should cost ₹20-40. Auto fare from airport to Aberdeen Bazaar in the city centre is Rs.30. Auto fare from Aberdeen Bazaar to Rajiv Gandhi Water Sports Complex is Rs.10. From Aberdeen Bazaar to Marine jetty (from where you get ships to Havelock Islands, Long island, etc) is also ₹10 (as on March 2010) Note: Another writer would say these prices are extremely low and only a local would get them.

Things to CarryEdit

Safety / WarningEdit

HelplineEdit

• Fire Service – 101
• Ambulance – 232102/233473
• Police Control Room – Port Blair – 232100,100
• Tourism Police Office – 03192-231346

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Jolly Buoy Island

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Cellular Jail

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Coral Island

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India /Andaman and Nicobar /South Andaman /Port Blair

Sight Address : Cellular Jail,Port Blair, South Andaman Island, India Edit

Detail InformationEdit

The Cellular Jail, also known as Kālā Pāani (Black Water), was a colonial prison situated in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India. The prison was used by the British especially to exile political prisoners to the remote archipelago. Many notable dissidents such as Batukeshwar Dutt and Veer Savarkar, among others, were imprisoned here during the struggle for India’s independence. Today, the complex serves as a National Memorial Monument.

Cellular Jail, Port Blair

HistoryEdit

Cellular jail located in Port Blair, is a mute witness to the tortures meted out to the freedom fighters, who were incarcerated in this jail. The Cellular jail, completed in the year 1906 acquired the name “CELLULAR” because it is entirely made up on individual cells for the solitary confinement of the prisoners. The jail, now a place of pilgrimage for all freedom loving people, has declared as a National Memorial. Indian Travel Agent offers Visit India and explore India. Although the prison complex itself was constructed between 1896 and 1906, the British had been using the Andaman islands as a prison since the days in the immediate aftermath of the 1857 War of Independence. The Ross Island Prison Headquarters, 1872. Shortly after the rebellion was suppressed, the British executed many rebels. Those who survived were exiled for life to the Andamans to prevent them re-offending. 200 rebels were transported to the islands under the custody of the jailer David Barry and Major James Pattison Walker, a military doctor who had been warden of the prison at Agra. Another 733 from Karachi arrived in April, 1868. More prisoners arrived from India and Burma as the settlement grew.Anyone who belonged to the Mughal royal family, or who had sent a petition to Bahadur Shah Zafar during the Rebellion was liable to be deported to the islands. Port Blair – Viper New Jails under construction . The remote islands were considered to be a suitable place to punish the rebels. Not only were they isolated from the mainland, the overseas journey (Kala Pani) to the islands also threatened them with loss of caste, resulting in social exclusion. The convicts could also be used in chain gangs to construct prisons, buildings and harbour facilities. Many died in this enterprise. They served to colonise the island for the British.

Must SeeEdit

Must see

Visiting TimeEdit

09.00 am to 12.30 pm
01.30 pm to 05.00 pm

Closed OnEdit

Monday & Public Holidays

Best Season to VisitEdit

Winters (December to February)
Summers (March to mid-May)

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning , Afternoon , Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

N.A.

Ticket Required : Yes Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : Rs.10/-

Kids Rs. : Free upto Children Aged 10 Year.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : Rs.10/-

Kids Rs. : Free upto Children Aged 10 Year.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : Rs. 25/-

Video Camera Rs. : Rs. 100/- and Rs. 5000 for film shooting with prior approval.

Cellular Jail, Port Blair

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Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

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Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

• Annapurna ;  MG Rd, Port Blair, South Andaman Island, India ; Ph/M –  N.A. ; Food Serve –  Cuisines: Indian, Vegetarian

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Private hire cars are available for local sightseeing around Port Blair and South Andaman.

Bus : Local buses are also available for inter-city and intra-city travel. Very cheap, but you’ll need to ask around to figure out the routes.

Train : N.A.

Air : Port Blair’s Vir Savarkar Airport (IATA: IXZ) is located about 2 km south of the city. Taxis and autorickshaws wait outside the terminal at flight times. Public buses can be flagged down on the main road just outside the airport (cross the road). A bus to Aberdeen Bazaar will cost no more than ₹7. The terminal is small and reasonably modern, with an air-conditioned departure hall, but aside for an overpriced kiosk selling chai and crisps there’s not much to tide you over if your flight is delayed.

Others : Ship : Regular pax ship services are available to Port Blair from Chennai. There are 3 to 4 sailings every month, The voyage takes about 50 to 60 hrs & the ship normally berths at Port Blair for about 2 to 4 days.
Schedules & tariffs can be obtained from:
Shipping Corporation of India Ltd., Jawahar Building, Rajaji Salai, Chennai – 600 001 Tel: 044-25231401to 9, 25225835,25231407.
The Deputy Director of Shipping Services, A&N Administration, 6, Rajaji Salai, Chennai – 600 001 Tel: 044-25220841, 25226873
Estimated Fares: Name of Vessel and fare per berth
M.V.Nicobar Rs.5,880; M.V.Nancowry RS.4,860; M.V.Swarajdweep Rs.1,510 to Rs.3,870;M.V.Harshvardhana Rs.1,510 to Rs.5,880;M.V.Akbar Rs.1,310 to Rs.5

Auto-rickshaws : Auto-rickshaws are abundant, and within town should cost ₹20-40. Auto fare from airport to Aberdeen Bazaar in the city centre is Rs.30. Auto fare from Aberdeen Bazaar to Rajiv Gandhi Water Sports Complex is Rs.10. From Aberdeen Bazaar to Marine jetty (from where you get ships to Havelock Islands, Long island, etc) is also ₹10 (as on March 2010) Note: Another writer would say these prices are extremely low and only a local would get them.

Things to CarryEdit

Safety / WarningEdit

HelplineEdit

• Fire Service – 101
• Ambulance – 232102/233473
• Police Control Room – Port Blair – 232100,100
• Tourism Police Office – 03192-231346

Gallery

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Jolly Buoy Island

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Cellular Jail

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Coral Island

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India /Andaman and Nicobar /South Andaman /Port Blair

Sight Address : Andaman Water Sports Complex, Nr. Cellular Jail | Northwest Port Blair, Port Blair, South Andaman Island, India Edit

Detail InformationEdit

The Andaman Water Sports Complex, also known as the Rajiv Gandhi Water Sports Complex, is located close to the Cellular Jail in the north-west part of Port Blair. The sports complex offers a range of water sports facilities and adventures. Activities like sail boating, parasailing, paddle boating, water scooters, rowing, water skiing, etc. are possible in the water sports complex. Besides the water activities for all age groups, the monument commemorating the Battle of Aberdeen can be seen within the complex structures. The artificial waterfall in the region is also another attraction. There is a children’s park nearby. These features of the Andaman Water Sports Complex and the easy communication have made the place popular. Many tourists staying over for a few days come to the place for training in different water sports activities.

Andaman Water Sports Complex, Port Blair

HistoryEdit

Andaman Water Sports Complex is a well known sports complex in India. The unique sports complex offers many adventurous water sports activities. It is located close to the Cellular Jail and Aberdeen Bazar in the north-west Port Blair. A marvellous monument, built to honour the historical fight Battle of Aberdeen, fought between the Britishers and Andamanese Aboriginals in 1859 add to the beauty of this region. There is an artificial waterfall as well, which is a great attraction among the visitors. A children park and Marina Park adjacent to this place adds to the serene environment.

Must SeeEdit

Must see

Visiting TimeEdit

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Closed OnEdit

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Best Season to VisitEdit

Winters (December to February)
Summers (March to mid-May)

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning , Afternoon , Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

N.A.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Private hire cars are available for local sightseeing around Port Blair and South Andaman.

Bus : Local buses are also available for inter-city and intra-city travel. Very cheap, but you’ll need to ask around to figure out the routes.

Train : N.A.

Air : Port Blair’s Vir Savarkar Airport (IATA: IXZ) is located about 2 km south of the city. Taxis and autorickshaws wait outside the terminal at flight times. Public buses can be flagged down on the main road just outside the airport (cross the road). A bus to Aberdeen Bazaar will cost no more than ₹7. The terminal is small and reasonably modern, with an air-conditioned departure hall, but aside for an overpriced kiosk selling chai and crisps there’s not much to tide you over if your flight is delayed.

Others : Ship : Regular pax ship services are available to Port Blair from Chennai. There are 3 to 4 sailings every month, The voyage takes about 50 to 60 hrs & the ship normally berths at Port Blair for about 2 to 4 days.
Schedules & tariffs can be obtained from:
Shipping Corporation of India Ltd., Jawahar Building, Rajaji Salai, Chennai – 600 001 Tel: 044-25231401to 9, 25225835,25231407.
The Deputy Director of Shipping Services, A&N Administration, 6, Rajaji Salai, Chennai – 600 001 Tel: 044-25220841, 25226873
Estimated Fares: Name of Vessel and fare per berth
M.V.Nicobar Rs.5,880; M.V.Nancowry RS.4,860; M.V.Swarajdweep Rs.1,510 to Rs.3,870;M.V.Harshvardhana Rs.1,510 to Rs.5,880;M.V.Akbar Rs.1,310 to Rs.5

Auto-rickshaws : Auto-rickshaws are abundant, and within town should cost ₹20-40. Auto fare from airport to Aberdeen Bazaar in the city centre is Rs.30. Auto fare from Aberdeen Bazaar to Rajiv Gandhi Water Sports Complex is Rs.10. From Aberdeen Bazaar to Marine jetty (from where you get ships to Havelock Islands, Long island, etc) is also ₹10 (as on March 2010) Note: Another writer would say these prices are extremely low and only a local would get them.

Things to CarryEdit

• Carry your own food and plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

HelplineEdit

• Fire Service – 101
• Ambulance – 232102/233473
• Police Control Room – Port Blair – 232100,100
• Tourism Police Office – 03192-231346

Gallery

View All Sight of Port Blair... Click Here

Jolly Buoy Island

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Cellular Jail

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Coral Island

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India /Himachal Pradesh /Solan /Arki

Sight Address : Luturu Mahadev Temple is located at a distance of 4 km from Arki, Solan District Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Luturu Mahadev Temple is a Popular tourist destination Devoted to the Hindu God Shiva, this temple was built by the king of Baghal in 1621.
According to a myth, Lord Shiva appeared in the king’s dream and asked him to build the temple. A prominent site during the Shivratri festival, the temple houses a Shivalingam, the symbol of the deity. Located on top of a hill, the temple is a classic example of Shikhara style architecture. It offers a splendid view of the surroundings as it is situated at a high altitude.

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Must SeeEdit

Popular

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Best Season to VisitEdit

Winter (October to February)
Summer (March to June)
Monsoon (July to mid September)

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning , Afternoon , Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1-2 hrs.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

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How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Local transport in Shimla is really good there are many taxi services are easily available within the city to reach this site.

Bus : Shimla is well connected with an extensive road network. There is an all-weather road leading to the hill resort, from Chandigarh, Mandi and Delhi. You can easily get State Transport as well as private buses for reaching Shimla from New Delhi. Infact, the high-end Volvo buses also cater to tourists going to Shimla. HPRTC buses offer bus connectivity from all cities in Himachal Pradesh to Shimla. Frequent ordinary and deluxe bus services are available from Delhi to Shimla. Overnight buses are available from Delhi (360 km, 9 hours, Rs 900 for AC Volvo bus) and Chandigarh (120 km, 4 hours and Rs 500 for AC Volvo bus).
The local transport system consists of buses. The local buses ply along the circular road which creates a ring around the city. The buses are a good way to get around the city and they are inexpensive.

Train : Shimla has a meter gauge railway station. It connects to the nearest broad gauge station at Kalka, which is at a distance of 89 km from Shilmla. Kalka has good connectivity from Chandigarh (Kalka Shatabdi), Ambala (Barmer Klk Exp), Delhi (Himalayan Queen), Mumbai (Paschim Express) and Kolkata (Howrah-Kalka). There are no direct trains from Hyderabad, Chennai and Bangalore. Taxi services are available from Kalka to Shimla and charge is about Rs 1,750. Kalka is well connected to all major cities in India by rail. After getting down at Airport take an auto-rickshaw, bus or hire a taxi to reach this site.

Air : Nearest airport is Shimla’s Jubbarhatti Airport, is nearly 23 km away from the heart of the city. the airport is connected to Delhi airport by daily flights. Delhi International airport is the nearest major airport. Delhi airport is connected to all major cities in India and many cities abroad. The distance of Shimla to Delhi is about 357 km. A/C taxi services are available from Delhi to Shimla. Jagsons Airways offer excellent services and connect Shimla to various parts of the country. Taxi is available from airport to City.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

• Carry your own food and plenty of water and also carry light woollens, and camera.

Safety / WarningEdit

HelplineEdit

• Police Control Rooms – 100/ 2812344
• Fire Station – 101/ 2658976
• Ambulance – 102/ 2804648

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