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Floating in splendid isolation, east of Indian mainland is the archipelago
of 572 emerald islands, islets and rocks known as Andaman &
Nicobar Islands. This Union Territory is stretched over an area
of more than 700 Kms. From north to south with 36 inhabited islands.
Once a hill range extending from Burma (Myanmar) to Indonesia, these
undulating islands are covered with dense forests and endless variety
of exotic flowers and birds. The sandy beaches on the edge of meandering
coastline are fringed with coconut-palms that sway to the rhythm
of the sea. The sea around the islands offer excellent scope for
water sports. The rare flora and fauna, underwater marine life and
corals, with crystal clear water and mangrove-lined creeks, offer
a dream-view of the rare gifts of nature. The clean and wide roads,
free of filth as well as unpolluted fresh air attract any nature-lover,
who seek absolute peace and tranquility in the lap of mother nature.
Adventure Tourism like trekking, island camping, snorkeling, scuba
diving etc., are the real attractions.
A visit to these islands is a memorable lifetime experience.
In these islands people of all faiths - Hindus, Muslims, Christians,
Sikhs etc., and of all languages like Hindi, Bengali, Malayalam,
Tamil, Telugu, Punjabi, Nicobari etc., live together in complete
peace and harmony. Inter-religion and inter-regional marriages are
common. This amazing racial and cultural mix is correctly described
as MINI-INDIA.
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