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About Mud Volcano
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The mud volcano on Baratang Island in the Andaman Islands is the only known mud volcano in India. It's a famous sight and a top place to visit on the island. The mud volcano is a small bubbling puddle of mud that looks like mud bubbling out of the landform. It's formed by gases and liquids excreted by the earth's interior. The most abundant gas present in the Baratang mud volcano is CH4 (55.7%). The mud volcano has erupted sporadically, with recent eruptions in 2005 believed to have been associated with the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake. The previous major eruption recorded was on 18 February 2003. To get to the volcano, you can take a short ride from the jetty of Nilambur and walk another 160 meters upwards to reach the spot. Baratang Island is closer to Port Blair, about 100 kms distance. You can reach Baratang Island from Port Blair by water using a ferry. This way is the faster mode of travel, but it is not available every day.
About Magroove Forest
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Baratang Island in the Andaman Islands has thick mangrove forests. The mangrove eco-system is a biodiversity area with a variety of flora and fauna. The mangrove creeks are a nature-made tunnel of thick mangrove plantations. The mangroves are an attraction for bird watchers and natural lovers. Baratang Island is also famous for: Mud volcano: Located near the Jarawa Creek, 4 km from Baratang Island Limestone caves: Water drips from the ceiling, making the stalactites and stalagmites shine Tidal swamp forests Baratang Island is located about 100 km north of Port Blair. You can reach Baratang Island by road from Port Blair in about 2 hours. You can take a private car or a bus. Baratang Island has 12 villages, including Adazig, Sunderghar, Nayaghar, and Nilambur. According to the 2011 census of India, the island has 5,691 inhabitants.
About Lime Stone Cave
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The Limestone Caves of Baratang Island in the Andaman Islands are a natural marvel formed over millions of years. The caves are nestled amidst dense mangrove forests and can be reached by a boat ride through the scenic creeks. The caves are adorned with formations made of limestone. Inside the caves, you will find conical rock-like structures protruding from the floor of the caves. These formations are called Stalagmites which are the creation of single-celled algae called cyanobacteria. The caves are a short walk away from the boat parking, approximately 15 minutes.
