Andaman and Nicobar Islands

Unique fauna, lush evergreen forests, deserted beaches, clear blue lagoons enclosed by exquisite coral reefs, an extraordinary history. For weary mainland travellers, the Andamans offer opportunities for relaxation and activities such as trekking, snorkelling and diving.

The Union Territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands consist of about 300 islands, situated in The islands form the peaks of a vast submerged mountain range. Until the beginnings of colonial rule, were populated mainly by Andamanese, indigenous tribes of Negrito origin who practice food-gathering, hunting, honey-collecting and fishing and are the only tribe on the islands who freely accept contact with the outside world. The indigenous people of the Nicobars, the Nicobarese are of mixed Burmese, Malay, Mon and Shan origin. They are a friendly and cheerful lot, who do not accept money and prefer the barter system. In the Nicobars, the only aboriginals are the Shompens, who are averse to any contact with the outside world.

Cellular Jail was built by the British is now a memorial to Indian Prisoners. This splendid three storey structure stands evidence to the most treacherous acts performed on the Indian freedom fighters by the British.