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India - Andaman & Nicobar Islands

NicobarThe Andaman and Nicobar Islands are a veritable Garden of Eden and a nature – lover's heaven. The clean environment, roads, greenery as well as the unpolluted fresh air attract all nature lovers. The tropical rain forests and waters of Bay of Bengal are the home to a vast collection of plants, animals and marine life. Topographically the islands are hilly in places fringed with coconut palm, covered with tropical jungle and interspersed with flat stretches of crescent shaped beaches. Adventure tours like trekking, Island camping, snorkeling, SCUBA diving etc. and other water sports are major attractions.

The Local Tribes

It is interesting that where the indigenous population of Andaman & Nicobar Islands came from is unknown. Nevertheless is it worthwhile to probe in to the details of their origin and existence. The major tribes of Andaman and Nicobar are The Great Andamanese, the Onges, the Nicobarese, the Nicobarese, the Jarawas and the Sentinelese. Almost all the tribes are still living in their old ways and are keeping much distance from the recent settlers.
                   
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Jolly Buoy IslandWith fresh greenery, unpolluted air, clean environment, Andman and Nicobar islands are truly enchanting. Islands are special attraction of this part of the country. Adventure sports like island camping etc. have become a regular pursuit here. The major islands in this respect are Jolly Buoy, Cinque Island, Red Skin Island, Havelock Island, Barren Island, Barren Island, Viper Island and Chatham Island. 
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