Andaman and Nicobar Islands has got a negative recognition for being the 'kala pani' or the 'Black Water Prison' of the pre-independence era of India. But with time the place has evolved as the 'Garden of Eden'. Apart from being bestowed with scenic landscapes, the place also has rich historical resources. Some of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands Monuments are:
- Cellular Jail: The Indian Bastille is situated in the north - eastern part of Port Blair. It was way back in 1906 that the jail building was completed. The jail is named so because of the solitary confinements that the freedom fighters were subjected to. This puce-colored building of Andaman and Nicobar Islands has witnessed all the twists and turns of the Indian Independence and now it stands as a place of pilgrimage for the Indians.
- Anthropological Museum: Brought up in 1975, the Anthropological Museum at Phoenix Bay demonstrates the lifestyle of the Paleolithic Islanders. This museum displays the tribal culture with all their artifacts which includes cloths, boats or weapons. It is also equipped with a well furnished library.
- Chatham Saw Mill: It is yet another important monuments of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Set up in 1836, it is the largest saw mill of Asia. Since 1970, a bulk of wood is supplied to the mill from Thailand, Myanmar and Malaysia. This is so because logging of woods had been banned in the island.
- Mount Harriet: 55 kms away, it is the highest point near Port Blair. It used to be the summer headquarters of the chief Commissioner of the British Government.
- Samudrika Museum: This rich house of shells and corels is run by navy. This museum of Andaman and Nicobar Islands has five sections: History of the island, its geography, archeology, marine life and people.
