Question

Prepare a similar brochure for the Andaman and Nicobar islands. Besides using the information from the passage given in this section (C. 1), you will have to gather more information about the history, mode of travel, accommodation etc. Work ingroups of 4-5 to prepare the brochure. Please keep in mind the following attributes of a brochure :

• Introduction
• Local Attractions
• General Information
• Sightseeing
• How to Reach
• Cuisine
• Accommodation
• Shopping
• Intercity Travel
• Appropriate closing sentence

Answer 1

Introduction
Andaman and Nicobar Islands are an archipelago of 572 emerald islands, islets and rocks. It is stretched over an area of 700 kms from north to south. It has 36 inhabited islands. These islands are covered with dense forests . There is also an endless variety of flowers and birds. The topography is hilly The beaches are fringed with beautiful coconut palms. The sea around is suitable for water sports. Nature lovers come here searching absolute peace in the lap of nature.

General Information
Andamans and Nicobars are very much isolated from the mainland India. Hence they have retained much of their pristine beauty. They have still not been much polluted by the tourists and other things Here you find Hindus, Muslims, Christians and Sikhs living in complete peace and harmony.

How to Reach

The best way to reach these islands is to take a flight to Port Blair.
Port Blair can be reached from Kolkata , Delhi and Chennai by air.

By Boat
One can travel over sea to Port Blair from Kolkata ,Chennai and Vishakhapatnam. In total, there are usually 4 to 6 sailings a month between Port Blair and the Indian mainland - once every two weeks to/from Kolkata (56 hours) and weekly (in high season) to/ from Chennai (60 hours) on four vessels. These are operated by SCI. The service from Chennai goes via Cape Nicobar once a month, taking an ext ra two days. But only residents may disembark on it . There is usually a service once a month from Vishakhapatnam in Andhra Pradesh.

Accommodation
Accommodation is no problem at these islands. There is a 5-star hotel with 45 rooms accommodating 90 beds at Marine hill, Port Blair. There are two 3-star and one 1-star hotel also. There are many other premium hotels which are not starred.

Apart from these luxury hotels, there are budget hotels, lodges, resorts besides Government and Municipal Council accommodation. Every tourist can choose according to his own choice. Just to have an idea. the accommodation is available from Rs. 15/ - for a double bedroom (Municipal Dharamshala, Aberdeen bazar to Rs. 3299/ - in the 5-star hotel at Marine hill, Port Blair.

Intercity Travels

Inter island boat services : Directorate of Shipping Services operates inter island passenger-cum-cargo for ferries from Phoenix Bay Jetty/Chatham Jetty, Port Blair to : 

1. Bamboo Flat (for Mount Harriet), Havelock Island, Neil Island. Rangat. Mayabunder and
2. Diglipur
3. Lit tle Andaman, Car Nicobar, Chowra, Nancowry, Katchal and Campbell Bay (Great Nicobar).

Information on shipping schedule and tariff can be obtained from :  the Direct Services, Port Blair Tel . 32528/ 34299/31794.

For the latest on the sailing programmes of ferry vessels, read Daily Teleg Herald news papers or tune into the local news bulletin of All India Radio, AM and 7.10 PM.

Buses : State Transport Service and private operators run regular city and suburban bus service from Central Bus Stand, Near Aberdeen Bazar, Port Blair. 

Local Attractions
Cellular Jail : It has its connection from the First War of Indian Independence in 1857. Many of the defeated heroes were lodged in the jail There is a Light and Show every evening which brings alive the memory of those days when prisoners were into it Other tourist places are 
• Baratang
• Barren Island
• Havelock Island.

Sightseeing : There is much fauna and flora and other scenic beauty on these islands. The beaches and the sea around are of great attraction because of their natural beauty.

Barren Island : There are some islands which are not permanently habitated. Besides, there is a barren island where nothing grows. This is a great attraction for the tourists.

Havelock Island : This is of great tourist interest .

CUISINE
Sea food is the speciality of these islands. The unpolluted water of Andaman Sea abounds with varieties of fish. crabs, lobsters, prawns etc. Seafood is easily available and deliciously cooked. North Indian. South Indian, vegetarian, continental, Chinese dishes are also available. 

Shopping : Most of the shopping is done in Aberdeen Bazar, Port Blair. For every tourist, a visit to these  islands will be highly refreshing .