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Port Blair, the capital of Andaman & Nicobar Island, is situated on the eastern coast of Andaman Nicobar Island. It is the most picturesque place on the Island. The town is spread over couple of hills, and the main Bazaar is called as the Aberdeen Bazaar. The name of the city derived from its founder, captain Balir who established a penal colony in the British regime.
A visit to the islands is an emotional one. As the sun rises from Bay of Bengal, the ethereal beauty of unadulterated nature engulfs one.
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One can spend hours just staring at the clear blue waters with not a sound to disturb you, except the twittering of a song bird or the footsteps of a wild cat or a deer.
The Andamans are a paradise for ecologists and ornithologists with 242 species of birds, 46 species of mammals and 78 species of reptiles-some of them rare and almost extinct. These live in dense rain forests surrounded by mangroves that seem to become part of the sea. You do not have to go far out to see brilliant tropical flowers, including the orchid, and an array of butterflies.
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Cellular Jail
This three-storeyed prison, constructed by the British in 1906, is a pilgrim destination for freedom fighters. This colossal edifice has mutely witnessed the most treacherous of inhumane atrocities borne by the convicts, who were mostly freedom fighters.
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Andaman Water Sports Complex
This unique complex, the first of its kind in India, has all possible aqua sports facilities including safe water sports like paddle boats, row boats and water cycle, and adventure water sports like wind surfing, wind skiing, water scooter.
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Corbyn's Cove Complex
One of the most picturesque beaches, it is ideal for sun-bathing. It has a tourist complex which offers a range of water sports facilities.
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Side-trips from Port Blair
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Baratang Island
It is about 90 kms away from Port Blair. At Baratang you can see Mud Valcano and Limestone Caves. Another must-see attraction is the Parrot Island. The experience at Parrot Island at sunset, when all the parrots are returning home is indeed a mesmerizing experience. For this a night's stay is required at Baratang.
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Barren Island
Barren Island is a volcano island and the only volcano in India. Day trips can be arranged from Port Blair. No additional permit is required to visit the island, however it is not possible to set foot on the island, one can only view it from the boat.
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Chiriya Tapu
Chiriya Tapu is a small fishing village with good snorkeling, located at the southern tip of South Andaman.
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Ross Island
once the capital under British rule, it was moved to Port Blair after a 1940's earthquake.
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