⁠Historical Facts About Andaman and Nicobar Islands

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Inhabited for millennia, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands boast volcanic activity, indigenous tribes, and a colonial past marked by a cellular jail, here some things to know about.

1

Early Encounters

Travellers from across the globe knew the islands  from the 1st century, with names like "Agadaemon" or "Angamanian" being used by Ptolemy, Marco Polo.

2

Volcanic Activity

The Andaman and Nicobar Islands has the only active volcano in South Asia  Barren Island.

3

Indigenous Inhabitants

The islands has always been home to various indigenous Andamanese tribes with their unique languages and cultures.

4

Colonial Chapter

The British established a penal colony in Port Blair in the 18th century, which became infamous as the Cellular Jail.

5

World War II

During World War II, the Japanese occupied the Andaman and Nicobar Islands for a brief period.

6

Tsunami Devastation

The 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami tragically impacted the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

7

Integration with India

After gaining independence, India formally integrated the Andaman & Nicobar Islands as a union territory  in 1956.