Top 7 Must Visit Places

Before planning a trip to Andaman and Nicobar, it is essential to know the interesting places in this territory. Never miss a chance to visit these great places which the island treasures:

1. Cellular Prison- A National Memorial from the Colonial Era

This may sound bit gloomy but very popular Kaala Paani imprisonment of our freedom fighters were done in this Prison during the British rule. This is a huge property, is still a place of attraction and considered as a National Memorial, though during Second World War this has been destroyed greatly by Japanese. Still its glory is not lost.
It remains open for public between 9:00 AM to 5:00PM, while Light show in Hindi starts at 5:30 PM and in English at 6:45 PM. The entry fee is Rs.10/-
On all the Mondays for maintenance it remains closed.

2. Radhanagar Beach

Famous for its white sand beaches and clear greenish blue water, Radhanagar beach is considered as one of the best beaches in India. Sunsets of beaches are always considered fascinating and same is the case here. Needless to mention, that this place will give you a chance to click endless selfies for sure with its most scenic view.

3. Trekking from Mount Harriet and Madhuban

The fantastic and picture perfect route from Mount Harriet to Madhuban is not to be missed and trekking is the best way to explore it. It is a 16km way filled with gorgeous natural sceneries. In the forests of Mount Harriet, you can enjoy various adventurous activities. While on your way you will be exploring tribal lives of locals.

4. Museum Circuit: to Know History

The Anthropological Museums in Andaman will give you a good insight of this place’s history and origin. You will also get to know about the tribal lives and their culture. And to know about the marine biodiversity, do visit Samudrika Naval Marine Museum.

5. Rajiv Gandhi Water Park

If you love the water sports, Rajiv Gandhi Water Sports complex in Port Blair is the perfect place for you. The adventures rides such as motor boats, parasailing, Banana rides, etc. water sports of this place will surely amaze you.The watersports here will cost you between Rs.300/- to Rs.5000/-.

6. Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park

This is a huge park as good as 280 Sq. Kilometers, you will get to know biodiversity in most eco-friendly way. It has 15 islands and 50 coral types with humid rainforests. You can ride in the glass bottom boats and enjoy scuba diving here.

7. Ross Island

The greenish forests of this island will surely impress you to depth. As this island falls under Indian Navy control, before entering all the visitors have to mark their entries. This island has the remains dating back the times of British and Japanese rule here. Here you will get a chance to walk down the memory lane as you visit those precious old remains which includes Ballrooms, Swimming pool, Government House, and Church.

This place opens from 8:30 AM till 4:30 PM. Only for maintenance purpose it remains closed on Wednesday. The admission fees is Rs.20/-, ferry will cost your Rs.75/- while for video camera the fee is Rs.50 for camera it’s just Rs.10/-

From Aberdeen jetty it will take 10min ferry ride to reach the destination.