Ross Island Tour – Paris of the East Heritage Ruins
Best Season: Year-round (October to May optimal) · Distance: Located just 3 km east of Port Blair across the harbor entrance.
About Ross Island (Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Island)
Ross Island, officially named Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Dweep, served as the administrative headquarters of the British Penal Settlement from 1858 until 1941. Once dubbed the "Paris of the East" for its lavish ballrooms, bakeries, tennis courts, and manicured gardens, the island was abandoned following a major 1941 earthquake and is now romantically overtaken by giant banyan tree roots.
Top Tourist Attractions in Ross Island (Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Island)
Must-see sightseeing spots and natural wonders you cannot miss during your trip.
British-era Colonial Ruins
Fascinating remnants of the Chief Commissioner's mansion, ballroom, hospital, and printing press engulfed in aerial roots.
Presbyterian Church Ruins
A Gothic-style stone church built in the 1860s with stained-glass window arches standing amid ancient ficus trees.
Spotted Deer & Peacock Sanctuary
Friendly spotted deer and colorful peacocks roam freely across the pathways without fences.
Netaji Bose Memorial & Light & Sound Show
Evening multimedia laser light and sound show detailing the history of the island.
✓ Things to Do in Ross Island (Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Island)
- Walk through history with a knowledgeable local guide
- Photograph friendly deer and peacocks feeding along the lawns
- Climb to the lighthouse viewpoint for 360-degree harbor panoramas
- Visit the Japanese WWII pillboxes and gun emplacements
⚓ Water Sports & Activities
- Speed boat harbor crossing from Port Blair
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