Introduction
After hellish, exhausting, stressful work one quests for a calm, cool space to unwind himself. If you prefer revitalizing, natural destination then Andaman and Nicobar Islands, suspended in grand oblivion archipelago of 572 emerald islands becomes a great choice. This splendid destination offers safe, hassle free, stay in the heart of dense forests surrounded by clean, crystal clear beaches with great sea food.
History
Mythologically, the name is derived from Hanuman a Hindu deity of Malays. From time immemorial, group of mixed tribes like Jarawas, Onges, Sentinatese, Nicobares and Shompens have been staying here. In 1789 the first british settlement happened here which later converted into their principal penal settlement. However in 1943, Netaji Subhashchandra Bose, Indian freedom fighter succeeded to hoist flag at Ross Island. Mean while many immigrants from Burma, Sri-lanka, Philippines, and main land of India traveled and settled here. Today, Andaman-Nicobar has truly become a symbol of unity in diversity. People from various casts, creed, religion and ethnicity live together with a amazing peace and harmony.
Tourism
This life time experience of under water marine life, flora and fauna can be accessible by both sea and air with its only entry---Port Blair. The hilly topography with abundant green forests houses some of the largest and exotic butterflies in the world with over 200 species. It is also known as Bird's paradise housing around 270 species. The clear sandy beaches lined with bunches of coconut tress is a real feast to eyes. Besides the varied marine fishes and sea turtles this place is traditionally popular for its shell stock which supports many cottage industries to make ornamental jewelry.
The places of common interests are many. Cellular Jail (National Memorial), a silent witness of Indian freedom struggle where a touching Son-et-Lumiere', an epic of freedom movement is shown. A beach surrounded by coconut-palm trees known as Corbyn's Cove is ideal spot for swimming, surfing, water sports. A unique Andaman water sports complex at Port Blair offers array of Water Sports and Adventure Water Sports Its a great experience to hire transparent bottom boat to watch the splendid colorful marine life. Then there is Chatham Saw Mill, one of the oldest and largest mills in Asia, built on a tiny island. Ross island, Viper island are the places where you can see ruins of British settlement. You can check out active volcano on Barren Island. Gandhi Park and Mount Harriet are other ideal places to visit.
Seafood is the order of the day here and do not forget to visit Havelock to taste the red snapper dripped in garlic sausages!
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