In the south-eastern tip of India, on the Bay of Bengal, located between mainland India and the long Burma (Myanmar) coast lies a group of coral islands. The North Andaman, The Middle Andaman, The South Andaman and the Little Andaman along with an assortment of smaller islands. Collectively called the Andaman Islands, their evergreen forest covered hills and unique ecology are a feast for the eyes. In close proximity lies another group of enticing islands. The Nicobar Islands, comprising Great Nicobar, Car Nicobar, Nancowry, Katchal and Chowra. In all the Andaman and Nicobar Islands is a collection of 293 richly forested Tropical islands, only 39 of which are inhabited. At Port Blair, situated in South Andaman Island, is housed the Headquarter of this Union Territory. Port Blair, is a short flight from Kolkata by air (it is also connected by flights from Delhi and Chennai). Travel is restricted here. But any disappointment, or heartburn quickly disappears at the sight of undulating beaches and coral beds of the islands open to the tourist. In Port Blair, the Cellular Jail the and Anthropological Museum are a must visit places. A motor launch excursion to certain other sites are highly recommended like to the islands of Wandoor and Jolly Buoy. Also not to be missed is the bird sanctuary at Chiriyatapoo.