Andaman If beauty had a form, then it surely would have been living in Andaman.
Andaman If beauty had a form, then it surely would have been living in Andaman. The cumulative islands of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, are known for being actual Garden of Eden. The island of Andaman is bedecked with the best of natural attractions and host of adventure activities. Tread along the long sandy beaches that cater to turtle nesting. Some of the popular islands here are Ross Island, Viper Island, Havelock Island and Corbyn's Cove. The Radhnagar Beach, Harminder Bay beach, Corbyn’s Cove Tourism Complex and Karmatang Beach are a few where one can enjoy sun bathing, beautiful view of the water and also sight some of rare aquatic species. These beaches are also idyllic picnic spots. Enjoy a visit to the Cellular Jail, Ross Island and Viper Island that forms an important part of the islands heritage. The best time to visit Andaman is during the months of October to May. Also there are many flights that connect to the island. Alternatively tourists can enjoy sailing to the island as well. Ship services are available from Chennai and Vishakhapatnam. When To Go Andaman has a moderate temperature all through the year within the range of 23°C to 31°C. It has a tropical climate. There are no severe climate conditions except for tropical storms and rains in late summers and monsoons. The best time to visit Andaman is from October to May. Winters (December to February) are not chilly and pleasant. The period is ideal for sightseeing, water sports and other tourist activities. Summers (March to May) are warm but pleasant with sea breeze and have humidity level about 80%. It is suitable for all kinds of tourist activities. Monsoons (mid-May to August) and Post Monsoons (September to November) accompany medium to heavy rainfalls. It is not a good time for visit but the natural environs looks very attractive in monsoon. June to September is prone to thunder storms and heavy rains, which makes it difficult for tourists to enjoy the sightseeing. October to May is ideal for sightseeing and also to engage in water sports activities. Travel within city The Andaman Islands are an extremely beautiful chain of island that can take away the breath of any tourist setting foot on them. Travelling between the Andaman Islands is quite easy, as there are many auto rickshaws, taxis, scooters and motorcycles available for travelling within the island. You can travel between two islands through passenger ferries too. Ferry Passenger ferries are the most preferred mode of transport that tourists go for in the Andaman, in order to travel between the various islands. These are run by the government and are quite cost effective, as the charges hover around Rs 150 to 200 only. Small ferries are available for tourists and large ferries are available for the locals. You can also opt for catamaran ferries to travel between islands and these are quite expensive, as they cost around Rs 700 to 1000. Ferries need to be booked in advance and these are a safe mode of travel. Auto Rickshaw Auto rickshaws are available in the main islands and you can use these to travel within the island. They do not run on meter and negotiating a predetermined rate is advisable. There are no night charges involved, and fares may range from Rs 10 to 40. Taxi Taxis, available in the Port, will charge slightly more, around Rs 100 to 200. Scooter Scooters can be rented from local dealers for a deposit of around Rs 750 to 1000. www.mustseeindia.com Attractions Chatham Saw Mill mustsee Chatham Saw Mill, owned by Forest department, is credited as one of the biggest and oldest saw mills all through Asia and is located at the north tip of Andaman. A bridge connects this saw mill to Port Blair. The mill, dating back to 1836, is a big store house for different varieties of wood including Marble, Padauk, Gurjan and Satin wood. The mill cuts massive wood into different sizes and shapes of timber and is functioning as the main source of timber for government and private agencies at a moderate price. This mill processes many types of ornamental wood suitable for making furniture and handicrafts. Timings: 8.30 am to 2.30 pm (Monday to Saturday). Closed on Sunday, Public holiday & Industrial holidays. Charges: Entry Fee : Rs. 10/- Viper Island mustsee Viper Island, named after the ship wreck event of a British trading ship named "Viper" in 19th century, is located near Port Blair. The ruins of an olden discarded jail, built by British in 1867, with yellow colored bricks and the gallows are seen in this Island. The Island was considered as the place of penal settlement for the freedom fighters of India. This Island was part of the great Indian independence history and had witnessed the sufferings and sacrifices of Indian national involved in freedom struggle. Viper Island is a serene beautiful tourist destination and can be approached by harbor cruise originating from Phoenix Bay Jetty in Port Blair. This place is visited by number of tourists as it has multiple attractions with historical importance and also has mesmerizing picnic spots with natural picturesque environments. Timings: Harbour Cruise: 3.00 pm to 05.00 pm from Andaman Water Sports Complex jetty daily. Rs 60 per person. Barren Island popular Barren, the only active volcano in South Asia, is a small island in eastern location of Andaman group of islands in Indian territory. This island lies 300 m above the sea level and the volcano in this place erupted last in 2006. The first volcano eruption was reported in 1787. A deep void land, the face of the volcano, is an attraction to the tourists. This is a barren region uninhabited by people. This is a natural habitat for wild goats which live here by drinking the salt water and is a unique feature of this island. The Barren Land can be approached by broad vessels and one can view the island from the vessel. There is no permission to get down in the island. The travel to this Island is a breathtaking adventurous experience. Forest Museum popular Forest Museum in Andaman is situated at Haddo and is run by the Forest Department of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The museum very typical in its contents displays the artifacts made out of timber including peauma, oak, gurjan, paduak and satin wood. The Museum helps the visitor to get some insight in the forestry and related activities. One can see many attractive models in timber showcased here. The major attractions near by this Museum include a beautiful zoological garden and a mini zoo. Timings: 9.00 AM to 3.00 PM (Closed on Sundays). Island Camping popular Andaman offers the exquisite location for holiday vacations in the lap of nature. Island camping is a popular way for enjoying the sandy beaches and the clear sky. The pristine beauty of the Mother Nature blended with the cool breezy sea winds will make your stay in Andaman Islands a memorable one. Those who like to have secluded stay with nature can opt for Island camping in Andaman. The infrastructure facilities for a luxurious stay are all available in the Islands. There are tents and beach front resorts for the benefit of travelers. The stay in Andaman Islands is ideal for travelers looking for some peace, calm & serene beauty. Charges: Rs 150/- to Rs 500/- (per day) www.mustseeindia.com Little Andaman Island popular Little Andaman Island is one of the biggest island in Andaman. It is famed with a pristine beach at the location named Butler Bay and is credited with a stunning waterfall, Panchavati. There are several attractive and secluded scenic beaches in this Island. This is the main vegetable producing Island in Andaman. Little Andaman Island is renowned for plantation of Red Oil Palm managed by ANIFPDCL. The enthusiastic tourists can pay a visit to the plantation and a factory for palm oil extraction. In this plantation the visitors can get a close look at the various stages of red oil palm fruit production. Long Island popular A breathtaking Island with breathtakingly beautiful sandy beaches, coconut plantations and evergreen forests - Long Island in Andaman is a very popular attraction for the nature loving tourists. The island can be approached by the fisherman’s vessel hired from Phoenix Bay Jetty. Lalaji Bay and Marg Bay are two pristine beaches famed as a popular picnic spot in this Island. The Island is an ideal location for beach camping in makeshift tents due to its unpolluted environment and calm atmosphere. Fleets of dolphins can be viewed very often from the beaches of this Island. Neil Island popular A marvelous Island with plenty of marine life, Neil Island in Andaman is an ideal location for eco-tourism. Neil Island is triangularly shaped with lust green surroundings of paddy fields, banana plantations and tropical trees. Many natural beaches and attraction like Howra Bridge, a natural bridge formation makes this Island a much sought after picnic spot. The sandy beaches uploads/Finance/ andaman-travel-guide.pdf
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