Andaman and Nicobar Islands is a group of 572 islands out of which 37 islands are inhabited. The Nicobar Islands are inhabited by the tribes and thus is not open for tourist attractions. The Islands lie in Bay of Bengal and also lie in a tropical region. One can plan a trip to the Islands between the months of December and April as May to September experiences heavy monsoons and the months of October and November are prone to cyclone.
The following destinations are a must when you’re planning a trip to the Islands:-
a) Cellular Jail, Port Blair.
The Cellular Jail is located in Port Blair. At present the Jail is a museum. The jail was constructed by the British and was completed in the year 1906. The British used the Jail to capture political prisoners. The name of the islands was kept Kala Pani as no prisoner could escape, even if the prisoners escaped, they could not go anywhere as there was water all around. The jail had seven wings connected to one watchtower. In the present day, only 3 wings and the watchtower is present.
Timings: 9AM to 5PM. The museum is closed on National Holidays. Entry Fee is Rs 30.
Andaman islands has a mesmerizing view of the sea. Here are a few beaches one must visit during their trip to the islands
b)Radhanagar Beach, Havelock Island
Radhanagar beach is known to be one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. The view of the sunset and sunrise is something that cannot be missed.
c) Kalapathar Beach, Havelock Island
Kala pathar beach is a stretch of white silky sand with black rocks behind the sea. It is one of the most visited beaches by the tourists. The water in the sea is deep enough to swim and is not affected by the tides.
d)Elephant Beach, Havelock Island
Elephant beach is the commercial beach where you can find hub for water sports. One should not miss water sports like snorkelling and jet ski.
Apart from these beaches, one should not miss scuba diving when planning a trip to Havelock Islands.
The islands one could plan going to when planning for a trip to Andaman is Neil and Ross Islands.
Enjoy your trip!
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