One of the largest union territories of India, Andaman and Nicobar Islands are located in Bay of Bengal. They cover an area of 8293 sq km with 527 small and big islands. They are very near to Burmese Arakanmayo mountain range. The islands fall in tropical zone thus receive heavy rain fall during monsoon. It is one of the major reasons for dense, mangrove and evergreen forest of the islands. The vegetation covers an area of 7171 sq km of total geographical area. Therefore, government has established 96 wildlife sanctuaries, 9 national parks and 1 bio reserve where you can explore the virgin flora and fauna. Sanctuaries are an ideal home to 55 terrestrial species of and 7 marine mammals, 246 species of rarest of rare birds and 76 species of reptiles Further, considering the effect of environment degradation, the tourism department has started eco tourism.
Andaman and Nicobar emerges as paradise for nature lovers since they can explore
evergreen forest of Andaman, beautiful silvery sandy beaches, serpentine mangrove-lines creek, marine life abounding in rare species of plants, animals, corals etc. It is the perfect tourist attractions with enchanting places like Cellular jail where prisoners have been kept during colonial period. Hoss Island and Havelock Island are the perfect place to enjoy the beauty of coral as well as golden sandy beaches. They also offers wide range of activities such as nature beach resorts, water sports, adventure water sports like trekking, Island camping, nature trail, scuba diving etc. Apart from these locations, there care many other spots for instance the Anthropological museum, Marine Museum, water sports complex, Gandhi park, North Bay, Viper land, Ross Island, Chidiyatapu( Bird watching), Red skin island, Corbyn’s cave Beach etc where you can enjoy your unforgettable moments. In this way, Andaman and Nicobar emerge as hot spot for your leisure time.
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