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Viper Island β€” The Abandoned British Gallows Nobody Visits
Arjun MehtaBy Arjun Mehta Β· 5 min read Β· Updated 2026-01-15βœ“ Verified 2026-01-15

Viper Island β€” The Abandoned British Gallows Nobody Visitsandaman

Before Cellular Jail was constructed, Viper Island served as the British penal colony's primary execution ground. The crumbling gallows, jail ruins, and overgrown British officer quarters remain almost exactly as they were left in 1945 β€” largely forgotten by mainstream tourism.
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What to See on Viper Island

The island takes 30-45 minutes to explore:

  • The Gallows β€” original execution structure, partially ruined
  • Women's Jail Ruins β€” where female political prisoners were held
  • British Officer's Quarters β€” overgrown Victorian architecture
  • The Hilltop View β€” panoramic view of Port Blair harbour
  • Information boards with historical context
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Everything You Need to Know

How do I reach Viper Island?+
Harbour cruise boats from Phoenix Bay Jetty include Viper Island. Alternatively, hire a private boat (β‚Ή800-1,000 return, 20 min each way). No scheduled ferry.
Is Viper Island worth visiting?+
Yes if you're interested in history. It's more atmospheric than Cellular Jail β€” raw, unrestored, and hauntingly quiet. Skip if you only want beaches.

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