The culture of the place tells us about the people of the place, their lifestyle and their beliefs. The culture of Port Blair is captivating.
Christmas, Good Friday, Holi, Diwali, Eid, Janmashtami, Onam, Pongal, Durga Pooja, and many other Indian festivals are celebrated here. The islands of the Nicobar group are chiefly populated by the Nicobarese and the Shompens. The occupiers of Andaman and Nicobar people are hunter-gatherers, herders and horticulturists.
The people of the city make various wood carving articles, pearl jewellery, pearl necklaces, bamboo and cane furniture, cane and coir handicrafts and artifacts, wooden trays, walking sticks, home decor items, coconut lamp shades, palm leaf mats, shell ashtrays and souvenirs.
Port Blair is also referred to as ' Mini India' as it houses people from all Religions, Backgrounds and Communities.
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