🇮🇳 Flag Point – The Historic Heights of Port Blair
Visit Flag Point in Port Blair (Sri Vijaya Puram), the historic site where Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose first hoisted the Indian Tricolour in 1943.
📸 Representative Image
Flag Point stands as a towering symbol of India's freedom struggle. Located on a scenic hillock overlooking the sea in Port Blair, this is the exact spot where Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose hoisted the Indian National Flag for the first time on Indian soil on December 30, 1943, declaring the islands free from British rule.
The Great Mast
- Flag Height: 150 Feet High
- Historic Date: 30th Dec 1943
- Located at South Point, Port Blair
Visitor Info
- Entry Fee: Free for All
- Open: 24/7 (Best visited in Evening)
- Excellent spot for wide-angle photography
A Monument of Freedom
While today it is a beautiful park, in 1943, this act of defiance by Netaji marked the Andaman and Nicobar Islands as the first part of India to be liberated from colonial rule. The site was recently renovated to include a grand memorial plaque and an illuminated pathway that glows beautifully after sunset.
✨ Why You Should Visit
🌅 The Evening Vibe
Flag Point has become a favorite evening destination for both locals and tourists. The wide, clean promenade allows for a peaceful walk with the wind in your hair and the sight of the massive tricolour fluttering proudly against the blue sky. It offers a perfect 180-degree view of the Ross Island (Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Island) and the moving ships in the distance.
📍 Nearby Circuit
You can easily combine your visit to Flag Point with these other popular spots in a single walking trip:
- Marina Park (5 min walk)
- Cellular Jail (10 min drive)
- Water Sports Complex (5 min walk)
Explore the History of Port Blair
Want to learn more about the freedom struggle in Andaman? We can arrange a guided "Heritage Walk" that covers Cellular Jail and Flag Point with a local historian.
Book a Heritage Tour