Facts About Andaman & Nicobar Islands

 

The Andaman and Nicobar Islands are a group of more than 600 islands located in the Bay of Bengal. The islands are home to a wide variety of plant and animal life, as well as some of the most stunning beaches in India. Here are 10 facts about this beautiful archipelago:

 

Bengali is the most widely-spoken language here

Bengali is the most widely spoken language across the Andaman Islands, followed by Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam.

 

Andaman has Asia’s only active volcano

The Barren Volcano, about 135 kilometers from Port Blair, is Asia's only known active volcano. The volcano first erupted in 1787 and then in the 2010-an eruption that lasted six months.

 

North Sentinel Island is home to one of the most isolated Paleolithic tribes of the world

 

Sentinelese are thought to number around 300 on North Sentinel Island. They have rejected all contact with the modern world and fire their arrows at anyone who approaches them. It is believed that they have lived in the Andaman Islands for at least 60,000 years, and they are directly descended from the first human population to emerge from Africa.

 

Commercial fishing is banned in the surrounding seas

Commercial fishing is banned in the waters surrounding the Andaman Islands to protect marine life like dugongs and giant sea turtles as well as its rich coral reserves.

 

The largest sea turtles in the world nest here

Three species of marine turtles nest on the Andaman and Nicobar Islands - the Hawksbill turtle, the Green turtle, as well as the world's largest sea turtle, the Leatherback (Dermocheleys Coriacea). One of the few Leatherback turtle nesting colonies in the Indo-Pacific exceeds 1,000 individuals, making Nicobar a global importance nesting population.

 

The mud volcanoes of Andamans are the only ones of their kind in India

Even though it may seem strange, the Andaman Islands are famous for their bubbling mud. It is believed that the mud volcanoes on Baratang Island are the only ones of their kind in India, and they are formed by chemical reactions between water and gases. Mud craters spew occasionally, making them a fascinating geological phenomenon.

 

Experience the Beauty of Andaman With NC Travel Andaman

Andaman Nicobar Islands are a perfect place to spend your holidays. The place is blessed with natural beauty, white sandy beaches, clear blue waters, and coral reefs. There are many activities that you can enjoy in Andaman Nicobar Islands such as scuba diving, snorkeling, fishing, boating, and more.

If you are planning to visit Andaman Nicobar Islands, then NC Travel Andaman a distinguished travel agent in Andaman can help you with their Andaman Nicobar holiday package and Andaman Nicobar tour package. With their help, you can easily experience the beauty of this place without any hassle. So what are you waiting for? Contact NC Travel Andaman today and book your Tour Package to Andaman Nicobar Islands now!

 

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Phone- +91-9531874783, 9933281892

Address- 10 LS Street, Haddo, Port Blair, Andaman and Nicobar Islands