Zonal Anthropological Museum is situated at the heart of Port Blair and was established in 1975. The museum is beautifully constructed and well maintained by the tourism department of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. According to the local tribes they claim, they are the oldest tribes in the world. Here you will find complete details about this museum.
Travel Guidance of Zonal Anthropological Museum
This museum showcases the history of the local life Andaman peoples and you will find the glance of this the oldest tribe in the world. Here you can also explore Arts, old weapons, boats, and many old clothes. In this museum, showcase all tribes in a very great way and are organized into 6 main tribes: Andamanese, Jarawas, Nicobarese, Onges, Sentinelese, and Shompens. If you want to meet these related tribes then you have to take prior permission from the tourism department then you can explore or meet without facing any difficulty.
Entry Fee: INR10
Visit Duration: 2-3 Hours
Entry Timing: 09:00 Am – 4:30 Pm (Open all day expected Monday & Governing Holidays)
Highlights of Zonal Anthropology Museum
- Showcase the life of the tribes, the culture of Andaman, and many old weapons.
- Museum has large numbers of galleries where they showcase the lifestyles, culture, and life of the Island peoples in a detailed way.
Best Time to visit Zonal Anthropology Museum
Best time to reach here between December- March because during these months temperature lies around 22°c. These months are recommended by most travelers to enjoy at Anthropology Museum and near sightseeing of Port Blair.
Things To Do in Anthropology Museum
There are many activities you can enjoy during your trip to this museum we mentioned below.
- Get a historical glance at the oldest tribes of the world.
- The museum showcases the Arts, old weapons, and many old clothes.
- Museum also organizes documentary videos on the tribe’s life, you should watch the videos during the museum trip.
Tourist Places to Visit near Zonal Anthropology Museum
There are many places you can explore near this Museum, here we are sharing the list of sightseeing.
- Cellular Jail – Find a glance of History
- Find the oldest Saw Museum at Chatham Saw Museum
- Mahatma Gandhi Marine Park
- Samudrika Naval Marine Museum
Frequently Asked Questions?
This museum is located in the middle of Port Blair and you can easily reach it here by a private cap, taxi, and public transport.
Anthropology Museum is located on Mg Road in Port Blair, Andaman.
2-3 hours is an expected time to explore this museum but if you want to be curious to know the tribes’ life, spend some extra time.
