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Cellular Jail National Memorial
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About the Destination: A historic British-era prison known for its significance in India’s struggle for independence and as a symbol of British colonial oppression |
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State |
Andaman and Nicobar Islands |
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District |
South Andaman |
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Tehsil |
Port Blair |
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Location/address |
Port Blair, Atlanta Point, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India, 744104 |
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History |
Cellular Jail National Memorial was built by the British Empire and used as a political prisoner it has significant memories in India’s struggle for independence |
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Features |
Cellular Jail’s architecture, solitary confinement cells, galleries, and museum |
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Weather |
Humid weather all the time |
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The best time to visit |
October to May (Avoid monsoon ) |
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Getting around /local transportation facilities |
Taxis, buses, and auto-rickshaws are available for local transportation |
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Things to see |
The Cellular Jail, Solitary confinement cells, Freedom Fighters’ Museum, historical audio-visual shows |
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Opening time |
Every day, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (except Mondays and national holidays) |
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Tickets Y/N |
Yes, tickets may be required for the museum (Rs. 30-50/pp) |
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Child-friendly Y/N |
Yes, with parental guidance |
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Special person-friendly Y/N |
Yes, Wheelchair accessible with ramps |
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Things to do |
You can visit the museum, pay homage to the Martyrs’ Column, and explore the beautiful gardens. |
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Things to not do |
Respect the solemnity of the site. |
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Excursions (nearby attractions) |
Ross Island, Viper Island, Corbyn’s Cove Beach, and Boat excursions to nearby islands and beaches. |
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Shopping |
Local handicrafts and unique items |
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Key areas |
Cellular Jail complex, Sound and Light Show, Martyrs’ Column, Freedom Fighters’ Photo Gallery, Garden, a Central tower with seven radiating wings |
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Hotel and restaurant and bar |
Multiple options are available in Port Blair |
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Nightlife |
Limited options |
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Events |
cultural programs may be organized during national holidays or historical anniversaries |
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Plan to visit / How to reach? |
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By Air |
Flights are available from major Indian cities like New Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, Bangalore, Kolkata, and Chennai. |
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Travel by road |
Not connected by roadways to the mainland of India |
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By train |
Not connected by Railways to the mainland of India |
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By water |
The regular passenger ships and ferries operate between Port Blair and the main ports of mainland India like Chennai, Kolkata, and Visakhapatnam etc. |
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Availability of Taxi bus private cars and trousers |
Taxis, buses, and auto-rickshaws are available for local transportation |
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Nearby Hotels with names |
there are many Luxury, Moderate, and Budget accommodations available across Port Blair |
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Traditional recipes |
Local Andamanese cuisine includes seafood dishes like fish curry, lobster masala, and coconut-based cuisine |
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Website |
https://www.andaman.gov.in |
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Contact |
091-3192-232291 |
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Travel tips |
take a guided tour of the jail. that will provide you a historical significance and stories associated with the place.2)Respect the Rules 3)Don’t miss the light and sound show |
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