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Chatham Island

Where History Meets Timber

Overview

Chatham Island, located just 3 km from Sri Vijaya Puram and connected by a road bridge, is famous for housing the historic Chatham Saw Mill—one of Asia’s oldest and largest, established in 1883. The island also features a Forest Museum showcasing the rich timber heritage of the Andamans, along with remnants from World War II. Easily accessible by road in about 10–15 minutes from the city, it is a popular stop for visitors exploring Sri Vijaya Puram.

Did You Know?

  • Chatham Saw Mill – Asia’s oldest functioning sawmill, a major attraction.
  • Forest Museum – Showcasing wooden artifacts, carvings, and details about the rich forest resources of the islands.
  • Historical Ruins – Bombing marks from World War II, when the island was attacked by Japanese forces.
  • Scenic Views – Surrounded by mangroves and Port Blair’s blue waters.
  • Chatham Bridge – A lifeline connecting the island to the main Port Blair town.
    • Chatham Island Overview

    How to Reach

    By Road: Easily accessible by car, taxi, auto-rickshaw, or rented two-wheeler from any part of Sri Vijaya Puram. (~4 km from city center).|

    Highlights

    • Chatham Saw Mill – Asia’s oldest functioning sawmill, a major attraction.
    • Forest Museum – Showcasing wooden artifacts, carvings, and details about the rich forest resources of the islands.
    • Historical Ruins – Bombing marks from World War II, when the island was attacked by Japanese forces.
    • Scenic Views – Surrounded by mangroves and Port Blair’s blue waters.
    • Chatham Bridge – A lifeline connecting the island to the main Port Blair town.

    Location

    Chatham Island

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    Best Time to Visit

  • Chatham Saw Mill & Forest Museum:
  • 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM (Monday to Saturday)
  • Closed on Sundays & Govt.

    • Tourist Information Centres

    Reach out to our official centres for assistance, bookings, and guidance during your visit.

    Directorate of Tourism (A&N Administration)

    Sri Vijaya Puram, 744101

    Timings: 8.30 AM – 12.30 PM; 2.00 PM – 5.00 PM

    Phone: 03192 – 232694

    Fax: 03192 – 232747 / 230933

    Email: touristhelpdeskandamans@gmail.com

    Andaman Tourism (ANIIDCO)

    TTDC Complex, Wallajah Road,
    Near Kalaivanar Arangam,
    Chennai – 600102

    Mobile: 09841015934

    Phone: 044-25360952, 24743238

    Veer Savarkar International Airport

    Sri Vijaya Puram

    Phone: 03192 – 232414

    India Tourism Office

    Junglighat, Sri Vijaya Puram

    Tourist Information Centre

    Swaraj Dweep Jetty, Swaraj Dweep

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