6 Tourist Places in Andaman and Nicobar Islands

 

Since this is an island destination, you would most probably be expecting to visit the beaches of Andaman. However, in this pristine archipelago, tourists would be astonished by its white powdered shores and the lush greenery surrounding them. These contrasting shades in its sceneries and other places would never fail to impress its visitors. Though it is a tropical paradise located in the south-eastern part of the Indian mainland in the Bay of Bengal, you could explore verdant dense forests, mud volcanoes, gorgeous waterfalls, active volcanoes, coral rock formations and plenty of others. There is everything to satisfy every sort of traveller. Tourists just need to opt for the ones, as per their personal preferences. Given below are the famous tourist places in Andaman and Nicobar Islands, which you could plan to visit during your very next holiday.

Cellular Jail Museum

This could be considered one of the major tourist attractions in Andaman, as none of the travellers arriving here in the archipelago return without paying a visit to the Cellular Jail Museum. Even though it was a British jail that was established to imprison mostly the freedom fighters, who were exiled from the mainland, now they are being converted into a museum. If dropped into this three-storied historically significant monument, you will get to know about the mishaps suffered by the inmates of the prison. If you are accompanied by any Andaman and Nicobar tourist guide, they will let you know about some more gruesome facts about the Cellular Jail Museum. The exhibits that are displayed here consist of old photos from its art gallery and there is a library on Freedom Struggles. In the evening, visitors should not miss witnessing the iconic Light & Sound Show conducted here.

Radhanagar Beach

Located in the western part of Havelock Island, this is one of the bucket list places to be visited in the Andaman tourist area. You may swim across its pristine waters to explore the perfect spot for an amazing beach vacation since there are no rocks to hinder you. If you're lucky, you might see turtles and dolphins swimming in the sea. This adorable beach was voted the most beautiful beach in the year 2004 by TIME magazine. So, if you are a beach person, you should definitely try to visit them and admire their ethereal natural beauty. What makes this particular shore one of the most visited tourist attractions in Andaman and Nicobar islands is the stark contrasting shades that you get to see here. There is the snow-white sand, turquoise blue ocean waters and lush greenery bordering the shores.

Ross and Smith Islands

Even though, these unearthly islands of Andaman cannot be labelled as the most popular tourist places at Andaman Nicobar, your decision to visit Ross and Smith Islands can never go wrong. When you arrive here, you may take an unforgettable stroll across the spectacular sandbar that connects both of these islands. Crystal clear waves from either side will be washing over your feet gently. At the time of high tide, the bridge formed by nature will be submerged in the sea and reappears at low tide. Since this is an uninhabited island you will be required to arrive here after acquiring permission from the forest department of Diglipur. Moreover, it can only be reached by hiring a country boat from Ariel Bay Jetty in Diglipur. The remoteness and untouched shores of these twin islands make them one of the best tourist places in Andaman and Nicobar islands.

Corbyn's Cove Beach

This is a beautiful beach situated on the outskirts of Port Blair city. So you will not be requiring any tourist guide for Andaman and Nicobar islands tours. If you are running short of enough time, you may drop up to this place to partake in those thrilling water sports activities such as Scuba diving, Snorkelling and even swimming. If you do not feel like engaging in these water activities, you may merely relax by the shore that is fringed by numerous coconut palms. This enticing scenery offers that very vibe of a tropical paradise. The beach is one of the tourist attractions in Andaman and Nicobar Islands that has got historical significance, which can be found in the presence of Japanese Bunkers at different spots on the shore. Corbyn's Cove beach is located around 6 km from the capital city.

Red Skin Island

As its very strange name suggest, Red Skin Island was named so due to red coloured coral found near the boulders underneath the water surface. Along with the coral formations, you will also get to spot diverse marine species here. Being part of Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park, it has a rich biodiversity that can be found nowhere else. Henceforth, Scuba diving and Snorkelling are must-do things here. It is considered one of the best island tourist destinations if you are searching for a peaceful place to unwind for a while. There won't be many tourists to disturb you. When compared with other tourist places in Andaman and Nicobar islands, you could only get to enjoy them only for some months, as they would remain closed for 6 months. In the meantime, tourists could visit nearby Jolly Buoy Island.

Bharatpur Beach

When you arrive at Bharatpur Beach in Neil Island, you could enjoy its sun-kissed beach with crystal blue ocean waves that can be found in every other Andaman Nicobar tourist places. The rich foliage created by dense trees on the beach's borders makes it a pleasant location to relax after a day of activities. Many service providers are offering thrilling water sports on Neil Island's peaceful shore. If tourists do not find them amusing or are in a hurry, they may try swimming alternatively. In fact, Bharatpur Beach is widely regarded as one of the greatest swimming spots in the entire archipelago. The sands of this specific beach are flat, and the waves are gentle enough for guests to swim easily. Likewise, there are few other tourist places to visit in Andaman and Nicobar Islands, here on this Neil Island also, such as Laxmanpur Beach and Sitapur Beach.