subject: Port Blairs Culture- The Surreal Fusion Of Ancient And Modern [print this page] Port Blair is the capital of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, and behaves like one too. The modern outlook, the transport facilities, the mixed culture of people from all over the world, the recreations and the luxuries, and official structures- all of these are recent developments. The government has taken a special interest in making the capital the centre of attraction for the tourists. The tribal image of the islands can never completely go away since the indigenous tribes still inhabit these islands. But the place has come a long way from that backward scenario and has become an attraction for the visitors, not just for the tribal communities, but for various other reasons.
The lush greenery of the islands is contributed by the dense rainforests, the peace and calm, the delicacies, adventures, the wildlife, its incredibly clear beaches, the unexplored territories, the beautiful hotels and restaurants, and much more. But what the people get to live with constantly while they are here is the culture of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Such diversity can be seen there in the food, religion, languages, ethnic groups- its a big synthesis of tourists and local inhabitants, the traditional and the modern, and the tribal communities. All of them come together to celebrate festivals like Diwali, Holi, Janmashtami, Id, Christmas, Shivratri, Good Friday, Ramanavami, etc. But the singular festival of the islands is the Island Tourism Festival which goes on for 15 days. Theres everything in it. World-renowned dancers, adventure sports like parasailing and water sports, Andaman Dog Show, Nicobari Hodi race, etc
The clothes and the food are still evolving. Some of the tribal people are now starting to make use of proper clothes instead of the leaves and barks. The modern cuisine has been developed because hunting could not be the modern occupation. The islands have given the world a fashion statement by still keeping alive the tradition of wearing necklaces fashioned from headbands, shells and waistbands made from bark fiber. This ethnic wear and a grounded style of accessories are popular in many parts of the world.
As far as food is concerned, theres no special cuisine that the islands are known for. But the staple diet of the people there is sea food. And tons of it is available too! In assorted styles and flavors, they have created a whole range of sea food that is delicious to eat. Continental, Indian, Chinese, North and South Indian, Tandoori, etc. all these are readily available in the grand hotels and beautiful restaurants. Everyone loves coconut water there. Earlier, the indigenous tribes used to eat fruits and raw fish only. The transition from these eating habits to the contemporary menu was made possible due to the settlement of various groups from other countries on these islands.
Port Blair Hotels offer all its esteemed guests a luxurious refuge and provide them a special glimpse into their world- bound tightly by the ancient and refined by the modern dwellers. Its a place you must go to at least once and get an experience that is, in every way, out of this world. If you are looking for the best Multi Cuisine Restaurants Mohali or even the best Multi Cuisine Restaurants Chandigarh then contact Hotel Daawat.
