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Forest Museum, Chatham Saw Mill, Haddo, Port Blair, Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
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Detail InformationEdit
Forest Museum contains information and interesting displays on the the forest habitat and plant species endemic to the area. The workings and numerous biological interactions taking place within these forests are explained via interesting art pieces made with different materials (mainly wood). It also houses a zoological garden and the famous Chatham Saw Mill, which lets the tourists have a glimpse into the history of wood processing and timber trade in the region.
Forest Museum,Andaman
HistoryEdit
Forest Museum is a place that is run and managed by the Forest Department of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. True to its name, the forest museum is famous for its contents related to the forest and the variety of trees. Artefacts from timber and other trees like oak, gurjan, paduak, and satin wood are on display in the museum. These artefacts are a good reminder of the rich flora of the islands and also give an idea of the extent of trees and different varieties that are found in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. It is maintained by the Forest Department and showcases the achievements of the department over the years and the research activities undertaken by them. A small Zoological Garden and a Mini Zoo inside the forest museum also attract many visitors. Since this museum is located outside the city limits, people need to start early and spend a day in the comfortable and picturesque confines of the museum.
Must SeeEdit
Attraction
Visiting TimeEdit
8:00 am to 12 noon
2:30 pm to 5:00 pm
Closed OnEdit
Sunday
Best Season to VisitEdit
October – May
Best Time To VisitEdit
Morning, Afternoon, Evening.
Time Required for SightseeingEdit
2-3 Hour
Ticket Required : Yes Edit
Individual National Adult Rs. : 2 per person
Kids Rs. : 2 per person
Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : 2 per person
Kids Rs. : 2 per person
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
- Icy Spicy ; Island Arcade, Junglighat, Port Blair, Andaman and Nicobar Islands 744103 ; Ph/M – 03192 232 704 ; Food Serve – Indian
How to ReachEdit
Taxi : N.A
Bus : N.A
Train : Andaman doesn’t have railway station. Chennai Central (MAS) is a close railway station connected to Mumbai for being nearest to Andaman on rail route.
Air : To travel to the Indian union territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, it is most convenient to avail the airport located at the capital city called Port Blair. From this place, one can easily travel to the important cities of mainland India like Chennai and Kolkata. Flights are operated regularly between Chennai, Kolkata and Port Blair. A few major airlines that operate such flights are Jet Airways, Indian Airlines and Air Deccan.. Veer Savarkar International Airport, Port Blair : 91 3192 235 619.
Others : By Ship
The Andaman and Nicobar Islands stand in the midst of the Bay of Bengal. Therefore, one should not miss the fascinating experience of reaching Andaman and Nicobar Islands by ship. Passenger ships connect Kolkata, Chennai and Vishakhapatnam, which are major cities of mainland India with Port Blair. These ships are available on a regular basis and help one to make a tour to Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
On an average, in a month, 3 or 4 ships are available from Chennai and Kolkata to travel to Port Blair. From Vishakhapatnam, one ship is available per month to travel to Port Blair.
It takes around three days to reach Port Blair by sea. A ship generally halts for around 2 days at the seaport before leaving it to start a reverse journey, that is, from Port Blair to Kolkata, Chennai and Vishakhapatnam. The ferries can take up to five days to arrive depending on weather and various other variables.
Andaman and Nicobar Islands stand : 91-9933214071, 91- 9474286311.
Auto-rickshaws here at local places are the other mode of preferred transport as the rates are standardised. You can hire them either from the market area or flag them down on the main road
Things to CarryEdit
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Safety / WarningEdit
- Beware of pickpockets as Andaman is a major tourist city in India.
- Beware of fake items. Better to buy from reputable shops even though you have to pay more
HelplineEdit
- Ambulance : 102
- Fire Brigade : 101
- Police : 100
