Pearls
What’s better than some shining pearls straight from the Bay of Bengal? They are undoubtedly the best kind of go-to items you can buy when visiting any coastal area, especially Andaman and Nicobar. There are plenty of jewellery stores selling high-quality and authentic pearl items such as accessories, ornaments and home decor. You can buy a huge variety of these gorgeous riches from Aberdeen Bazaar in Andaman.
Fishbone Articles
Fishbone art is a quirky accessory for home decor and for the purpose of gifting. These articles are essentially the best out-of-the-waste craft items crafted by the skilled artisans of Andaman. Although sounds a bit weird, fishbone articles are an interesting and unique gift item. You can buy fishbone dolls and other articles from MG Road at a starting rate of Rs. 100.
Shells
Collecting shells from the beaches of Andaman is strictly prohibited. So to fulfil your wishes for collecting shells, the island offers a plethora of markets that bestow you with the liberty to buy them. These shops sell shell items in the form of lampshades, vases, ashtrays, ornaments, buttons, and key chains, as well as packets of raw and colourful shells of Andaman. You can buy these dainty items from the beach markets.
Spice
The island proffers a vast variety of excellent quality spices and herbs - cinnamon, cloves, bête, black pepper, cardamom, and vanilla. These are grown and nurtured in abundance on the Island. The aromatic spices are some of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands’ famous things to buy as a gift for loved ones or for oneself. You can buy these from MG Road that sell a varied collection of unique and local spices.
Timber Crafts
The finesse of wooden crafts is so eye-catching and beautiful that they never fail to entice tourists from buying. You can buy wooden items such as home decor items, accessories, toys, kitchen apparatus, or ornaments from Andaman Handicraft Emporium in Andaman. These items are some of the best Andaman Nicobar islands souvenirs.
Nicobari Mats
Although access to the Nicobar Islands is strictly prohibited, you can still buy these unique Nicobari mats from the local markets in Andaman. The tribals of Nicobar handcraft these indigenous mats. Be it for using these as wall tapestry or for decorating your table; these mats are the best gift from Andaman.
Cane & Jute Products
Bamboo, cane and jute products are an authentic and crucial part of the local markets of Andaman. You can buy items like hats, vases, mugs, bags, flutes, wall hangings, pitchers, and jute-based footwear. They make for delightful gifting items, home decor items, and souvenirs that can be easily found in local markets in Andaman.
Sarong and Hats
While travelling to Andaman and Nicobar islands, carrying sarongs and hats is a must. Not only does it protect you from the harsh tropical sun but also look fashionable. Andaman offers a myriad of markets that sell a variety of trendy sarongs and hats at affordable rates. You can purchase georgette or cotton fabric sarongs that provide the much-needed style and comfort! Travellers can also buy hats of various shapes, sizes, and colours from MG Road.