Paradise found: Andaman and Nicobar Islands!

Andaman and Nicobar Islands is a place damned with natural beauty. You would fall in love with the place the minute you step foot. Despite not having too much to do the place does justice to being a vacation destination. Located at the juncture of the Bay of Bengal and the Andaman Sea, with exquisite beaches and endless varieties of exotic flora and fauna, the place makes for a 'worth visiting destination' at least once in your lifetime. RadhaNagar Beach at Havelock Island is considered and even awarded as the best beach in Asia. All beach lovers would adore this exotic island. This destination is perfect for someone who wants to enjoy and be at peace on vacation. It's not that loud and has limited activities to do but it makes a perfect vacay station as it is beyond divine. The island always has a tropical climate throughout the year. The most intriguing fact about the place is it is home to the only known Paleolithic and Sentinelese people in the world. One thing to absolutely admire about Andaman and Nicobar is that it has stored something for everyone from calm to happening. Everyone will relish it there. Port Blair being the capital doesn't have many activities to do but let's take you on a tour of how your upcoming vacation in Andaman can look like. From how to reach to what to do, which places to absolutely not miss spotting we've covered it all!

HOW TO REACH

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In recent years, Andaman has caught the eye of travelers and there are thousands of tourists every year. If you are traveling by air from anywhere around the world, you'll land at Port Blair airport in Port Blair, the capital which is the main connecting every Island. After reaching there travelers usually take ships to reach Andaman. This is the very moment you'll fall in love with its sea! If you are someone who has ample time in hand for this vacation and wants to seek a thrill, you can travel to Andaman by Sea. All you have to do is reach Kolkata or Chennai, and from there every month three to four ships sail every to Port Blair and vice versa. This journey would take around 50 to 60 hours but the experience is what makes it worthwhile.

PORT BLAIR & HAVELOCK ISLAND

Once you have reached Andaman, staying for a day or two in Port Blair is adequate and later you can take a ferry to Havelock Island, it is around 70km north of the capital city and is the most popular among tourists. While in Port Blair, don't miss the light and sound show in the Cellular Jail, and also the Limestone Caves Excursion is fun. When you reach Havelock after 2.5 hours you'd want to dive right in the water as it is crystal clear. From secluded beaches to long jungle treks Havelock island has got it all. We recommended booking a beautiful seaside resort for a minimum of two-three days. If you are into water sports and haven't got the chance to experience it happily. Well, you have chosen the appropriate destination this time around. Scuba diving, snorkeling is the best on the islands. Then there is Radhanagar beach for all the sunset, beach, and fresh air lovers. The sunsets and sunrise on the beach are magnificent, it'll take you to a wonderland. You should try reaching this beach early in the morning when it is in its rawest form. If you are planning to go with your other half, candlelight dinners at the beach at the night can also be planned, it is so peaceful and serene you would not want to leave. Dolphin Watching and Turtle nesting are also activities you can try during your trip. Another beach in Long Island that cannot be missed especially if you are an adventure freak. Then there are KalaPathar Beach, Bharatpur Beach, guitar island beach, and many more.

FOOD TO TRY

In Andaman truly tasty and spicy food especially for seafood lovers, they will love it out there. Fish, Crab, Prawns, Lobsters, are some very popular seafood items available in Andaman. Not just this, Mangoes, Bananas, Pineapples, Guava, and a lot more are equally famous and refreshing. You should definitely give their coconut water a try, in the warm climate it'll give a revitalizing effect. Other famous food items in Andaman that you can try are Chilli Curry, Fish Curry, Macher Jhol, Coconut prawn curry, Tandoori Fish, Barbeques, Etc.

FUN FACTS ABOUT ANDAMAN & NICOBAR ISLANDS

Andaman is home to the largest crabs in the world

The tribes inhabiting islands don't interact with outsiders.

It's the Land of butterflies

Only active volcano is present in Andaman

Dark Side of this Island is 'Kala Pani'- the cellular jail.