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The only reminder of
Port Blair's gloomy past is the sturdy brick
Cellular
Jail. 
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can very well witness the close association of this jail with India's
freedom struggle. Into this puce-colored structure were sent the diehard
patriots who raised their voice against the British rule. This Jail is
attribute to those who dared and is a must visit pilgrimage for every
Indian. First stop in the Harbour cruise is
Viper Island
named after a 19th century merchant vessel that ran aground on it during
the early years of the colonial era. Another island that merits a visit is
Ross Island,
where the decaying colonial remains of the British Raj can be seen.