Ross and Smith Islands - Walk between paradise!

Ross Island served as the administrative capital for the British in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands from 1858 until 1945. During World War II, the Japanese occupied the island, building bunkers and other structures. After the war, the British briefly returned before transferring administration to India. Over time, nature reclaimed much of the island, leaving behind intriguing ruins that offer a glimpse into its colonial past. The island is now a popular tourist destination, managed by the Indian Navy. While Smith Island remained largely untouched by colonial development, it too holds historical significance as part of the ancestral lands of indigenous communities.