Andaman and Nicobar Islands
About Raksha Bandhan:
Sravani is an ancient Vedic festival traditionally associated with the Brahmins on which day they change their sacred thread. Both Raksha Bandhan and Sravani are celebrated on the full moon day of the month of Shravan (August).Rakshabandhan or Rakhi which is celebrated on a full moon day in the month of Sravan (August) is a day when brothers and sisters reaffirm their bonds of...
History Of Independence Day (15 August) India:
On 15 August 1947, India attained freedom from the British Rule. Every year, August 15 is celebrated as the Independence Day in India. This national festival is celebrated with great enthusiasm all over the country. The Independence Day of any country is a moment of pride and glory. On this special occasion, rich tributes are paid to the freedom fighters...
About Kargil War:
The Kargil War , also known as the Kargil conflict, was an armed conflict between India and Pakistan that took place between May and July 1999 in the Kargil district of Kashmir and elsewhere along the Line of Control (LOC). The cause of the war was the infiltration of Pakistani soldiers and Kashmiri militants into positions on the Indian side of the LOC, which serves as the de facto...
About Ramnagar Beach:
A sandy beach situated at Diglipur Island. It is connected by two daily boat services from Mayabunder and from Port Blair twice a week.
General Information about Ramnagar Beach:
Location:Ramnagar Beach
State: Andaman & Nicobar Island (Union Territories of INDIA)
Capital: Port Blair
Language: Bengali, Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam, Nicobarese, Telugu
Temperature: Max 35˚C, Min...
About Jolly Buoy Island :
An island in Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park, it offers a breath taking underwater view of coral and marine life. It is an ideal place for snorkeling , sea bathing and basking on the sun kissed beach.
General Information about Jolly Buoy Island :
Location: Jolly Buoy
State: Andaman & Nicobar Island (Union Territories of INDIA)
Capital: Port Blair
Language: Bengali,...
About Barren Island:
At a distance of about 135 Kms. from Port Blair is the land of volcano, Barren Island, the only active volcano in India. The Island, about 3 Kms. has a big crater of the volcano, rising abruptly from the sea, about 1/2 Km. from the shore and is about 150 fathoms deep. Can be visited on board vessels.
General Information about Barren Island:
Location: Barren Island
State: Andaman...
About Havelock Island :
It is situated 57 kms North East of Port Blair. There are white sand beaches, turquoise waters, coral reefs with lot of marine life including dolphins, turtles and very large fish. The waters here are ideal for snorkeling & scuba diving. In the deep forests one can find elephants also. Only one third of the Northern island is inhabited. The two main beaches are the Vijaynagar...
About Red Skin Island :
Another island in Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park has a nice beach and offers spectacular view of corals and marine life. It is an ideal place for snorkeling , sea bathing and basking on the sun kissed beach.
General Information about Red Skin Island :
Location: Red Skin Island
State: Andaman & Nicobar Island (Union Territories of INDIA)
Capital: Port Blair
Language:...
About Cinque Island :
Cinque Island in Andaman is the best place to relax and rejuvenate.Cinque Island is very rapidly developed into a favorite tourist center. Best known for its coral and beach, this pristine island provides excellent views of nature nurtured in the calm and tranquil ambience untouched of the daily clamors and clutters of urban India.South of Chirya Tapu, Cinque Island Andamans is...
About Ross Island :
Once the seat of British power and capital of these Islands, it stands now as a ruin of the bygone days with the old structure almost in debris. A small museum named ‘Smritika’ holds photographs and the other antiques of the Britishers relevant to these islands.
General Information about Ross Island :
Location: Ross Island
State: Andaman & Nicobar Island (Union...
