Chatham Saw Mill: Explore Oldest Saw Mill of Asia

Chatham Saw Mill Andaman
Chatham Saw Mill

Chatham Saw Mill is one of the oldest Saw Mill in Asia and Famous Sightseeing in Port Blair among travelers. This Mill is also the biggest Saw Mill in Asia was established in 1883 and at the current time, this mill is run under the forest department of Andaman. There are many dense forests available near the Islands, and timber and raw materials are collected by these islands to make wooden crafts and furniture from the wood.

Entry Timing: 09:00 Am – 01:00 Pm

Entry Fee: INR10 Rupees

Visit Duration: 2 – 3 Hours

Note:- Please visit early morning because this is only open for 4 hours or till 1:00 pm.

Travel Guidance for Chatham Saw Mill in Port Blair

This sawmill is the oldest and Biggest mill in Asia, so this place is the witness to many historical moments. This place was controlled by the British Government from 1886 to when world war 2 started, after that, the Japanese Army controlled all the islands they almost destroyed during World War 2.

This place is again established by the collaboration of the Government of India and local authorities of Andaman, and one museum is also established to showcase the beautiful handcrafted, wooden items, and furniture which are made by workers of this sawmill. People visit here to buy and watch beautifully created wooden items.

Highlights of Chatham Saw Mill

  • This is the Oldest and biggest Saw Mill in Asia established in 1886.
  • Here you can buy handcrafts and wooden items.
  • Explore the manufacturing process of handicraft items, how to convert larger ugly wooden to beautiful handicraft items.

Best Time to visit Chatham Saw Mill

The best time to visit this spot is November – April because during these months climate temperature lies between 22°C and this is the perfect temperature for watching sightseeing in Andaman.

Things to do in Chatham Saw Mill

  1. Experience the manufacturing process of wooden handcrafted furniture.
  2. To see the glance of the history.
  3. Explore the museum which is established by the Authority of Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

Tourist Places to visit near the Chatham Saw Mill

There are many sightseeing places to visit near this sightseeing where you can spend your quality holiday hours.

  1. Cellular jail
  2. Japanese Army bunkers
  3. Mahatma Gandhi National Marine Park 

Frequently Asked Questions?

Q. Why is Chatham Saw Mill famous in Andaman?

It is famous for handcrafted items and wooden items. This mill is the oldest and biggest sawmill in Asia that’s why this museum is the most popular museum among travelers.

Q. How to reach Chatham Saw Mill from, Port Blair?

You can travel easily by public transport from any city in Andaman also you can hire a private vehicle here for your convenience.

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