Located in the capital town of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Param Vir Chakra Memorial is one of the must-see places in Port Blair. It is built at the scenic Marina Park. Lieutenant Governor Lt Gen A K Singh (retired) has dedicated this memorial to the country for the utmost sacrifice and love. It carries pictures and details of all the 21 Param Veer Chakra awardees.
India’s biggest heroism award and given, Param Vir Chakra is awarded to the officers and commissioned personnel of all military branches for the highest degree of self-sacrifice and bravery. People visiting here are reminded of the sacrifices made by our nation’s brave soldiers in the post-independence era.
Cellular Jail in is a testimony to the sacrifices made by our freedom fighters. On the other hand, Param Vir Chakra Memorial reminds people about the sacrifices made by our brave soldiers in the post-independence era.
- Address: Rajiv Gandhi Nagar, Port Blair, Port Blair and Port Blair Islands, 744104, India
- Memorial timing: Monday to Sunday, 6:00 am – 10:00 pm
- Entry fee: Free
Things to do
Located in Port Blair’s Marina Park, while you are at Param Vir Chakra Memorial, you can walk through the pictures of all the 21 awardees of Param Veer Chakra. At Marina Park, you can spot various marine creatures and visit other nearby attractions such as Rajiv Gandhi Water Sports Complex, Cellular Jail (national memorial), etc.
How to reach
From central Port Blair, Param Vir Chakra Memorial is located at a distance of about nine kilometers. You will take twenty minutes to reach there.
If you are planning to travel to the Andaman Islands and are looking for the best way to reach there, then the below-mentioned is all the information you need:
By Air- Every day, there are several flights to the Andaman Islands that fly on time. The only airport in the islands is in Port Blair, which is the capital town.
By Water- If you have enough time and are willing to try something new, then you can travel to the Andamans by sea as well. There are three ports in India from where you can sail to the islands- Kolkata, Chennai, and Visakhapatnam/Vizag. These ports have different timing and durations. The five ships operating between the mainland of India and the island are as follows:
- M. V. Nicobar
- M.V. Nancowry
- M.V. Akbar
- V. Harshavardhana
- M.V. Swaraj Dweep
Getting around in Port Blair
Commuting by local transport in Port Blair is very convenient. Roads are well-built and you will not get lost as every spot is just by the road. Moreover, the locals are also very helpful. You can carry a map or an offline map here as the internet doesn’t work properly here.
Best time to visit
You can visit Param Vir Chakra Memorial throughout the year. However, the best time to travel to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands is between November and February. The weather is pleasant during these months.
Vital information for tourists
- Mobile Connectivity- The only networks that work in the Andamans are Vodafone, BSNL, and Airtel. You can buy an extra sim, so be on the safer side. But there are several places where there is zero signal connectivity no matter whichever sim you use. These are Radhanagar Beach, Elephant Beach in Havelock, and Jolly Buoy in Port Blair.
- ATMs- There are a few ATMs in the Andaman Islands but still keeping cash in hand is advisable. The disturbances in the network do not make the ATM reliable. Thus, you cannot go cashless there.
- Medical Facilities- All across the island, efficient health care facilities are available. In case of an emergency, prompt aids are available with speed boats to your rescue. Doctor’s assistance, medication from the pharmacy, hospitalisations, operation, and nursing are included in the healthcare facilities.
- Food Joints- The Andaman Islands is known as a foodie paradise. It serves a wide range of mouth-watering cuisines especially seafood. Offering varieties of delicacies at your service, there are a number of sea-facing food joints across the island. Even if you are a vegetarian, you will have a lot to choose from in restaurants. Nemo Café, Waves, and Pink Fly should be in your itinerary if you are looking to chill with live music by the seashore.
Other top places to see in Port Blair
Port Blair- the capital city of the most beautiful union territory on India, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, boasts of a number of tourist-friendly places that are spellbinding. It is a gorgeous and awe-inspiring city, and taking a pit stop here never disappoints anyone. It promises you clear blue waters, lush greens, rich cultural history, and a lot more. Along with visiting various places in the city, if you have plenty of time for sightseeing, then you can travel to the unexplored attractions and tiny islands nearby Port Blair as well.
Historical places to see in Port Blair
- Cellular Jail
- Japanese Bunkers
- Chatham Saw Mill
- Murugan Temple
Recreational places to see in Port Blair
- Manglutan Village
- Rajiv Gandhi Water Sports Complex
- Madhuban Ranges
- Marina Park and Aquarium
- Veer Savarkar Park
- Beaches and islands to see in Port Blair
- Corbyn’s Cove Beach
- Ross and Smith Islands
If you have got more time in hand, then you can also explore the following beaches and islands:
- Little Andaman Island
- Butler Bay Beach
- Karmatang Beach
- Katchal Island
- Rutland Island
- Parrot Island
- Chidiya Tapu
- Ferar Beach
- Diglipur Island
- Cinque Island
- Lamiya Bay Beach
- Amkunj Beach
If you are in the planning stage of your vacation in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, then contact Andaman Island Travels to make all your bookings. A well-known and trusted tour agency, it is located in Port Blair and is committed to help you in planning the holiday of your dreams as per your budget and requirements. Whether it is your accommodation, any adventure activity that you want to do or hire a car, it will take care of all your needs in the best way possible.
Happy travelling!
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