Port Blair, Andaman Islands, India Cruises

Port Blair, Andaman Islands, India Cruise Port

• If you have time to see only one attraction in Port Blair, make it the Cellular Jail. Also known as Kala Pani (Black Water), this is where the British stashed their prisoners and now stands as a memorial to the political dissidents who fought for independence. Its cheerful-looking entrance is a sharp contrast to the atrocities that took place behind its walls.
   
• To learn more about local sea, visit the Indian Navy's Samudrika Marine Museum. There are plenty of exhibits that highlight the ecosystem of the islands and plant and animal life, and there’s even a small aquarium. Since you're not allowed to keep seashells you find on area beaches, this is also a good place to purchase them legally in the gift shop.
   
• For history of the Andaman Islands tribes, you'll want to explore the Anthropological Museum. Preserved items include an ancient Jarawa chest guard depicting jungle life, boats of different shapes and sizes, old weapons, and much more.
   
• A wonderful place to escape the heat is Corbyn’s Cove. There's a small, palm-tree lined stretch of sand where you can enjoy water sports or just relax. Since it’s one of the only beaches in town, it can get busy.