About the Activity
The Cellular Jail Light and Sound Show takes place in the evening against the backdrop of the imposing Cellular Jail, which was used by the British as a political prison to exile and suppress Indian freedom fighters. As darkness falls, the jail is illuminated with dramatic lighting effects, setting the stage for a captivating narrative that unfolds through a combination of lights, music, and narration.
Narrated in Hindi and English, the Cellular Jail Light and Sound Show provides insights into the lives of iconic freedom fighters such as Veer Savarkar, Batukeshwar Dutt, and many others who endured unimaginable hardships within the confines of Kaala Pani.
Cellular Jail stands as a symbol of hope and resilience, reminding visitors of the indomitable spirit of the human quest for freedom. The Cellular Jail Light and Sound Show is not only a tribute to the heroes of India’s independence movement but also a reminder of the enduring legacy of their struggle for justice and equality.
Reasons to Book this Tour
- Narrated by a wise, age old Peepal Tree that has seen it all
- Get inspired by stories of unbridled bravery
- Unfolds the lesser known facts of the history of Andamans a.k.a. Kalapani
- Learn detailed struggles of Veer Savarkar, Batukeshwar Dutt, Bhai Parmanand and 800+ other freedom fighters
- Emotional experience and feelings of nationalism.
Full Schedule
The designated car will come and pick you up.
Indulge into a heart tearing yet motivating story of the Indian freedom fighters who spent their lives in the treacherous Kalapani
Your driver will drop you off to the hotel after the show is over.
Basic Information
- Carry Aadhar Card/ any Government issued ID card
- Reach well in time to get the best seats as the queue tends to get very long.
- Total charges would be calculated based on the car you choose the number of people
- Extra charges applicable if large diversions from the itinerary are made.
What is Included
- AC car (Indica/Scorpio/Tavera /similar) with a driver
- Light and Sound Show Tickets
What is Excluded
- Food & Beverages
Cancellations, Refunds and Rescheduling
- There is no cancellation policy for light and sound show.
- Once the tickets are bought, they cannot be refunded as they’re purchased on the government portal.
- Rescheduling is also not possible for the same reason.
FAQ’s
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Are you allowed to take photos and videos inside the Cellular Jail?
Yes. Taking photos and videos for personal use is allowed. For commercial use, permissions need to be taken.
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Are there any restaurants near the Cellular Jail?
Yes, you will find many options from small eateries to fine-dine restaurants nearby including places like Lighthouse Restaurant, Mandalay, and Corbyn’s Delight.
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How was the Cellular Jail Built?
- The jail was built with puce coloured bricks shipped from Burma
- 20,000 cubic feet of local stone and 30,00,000 bricks made by prisoners were further used for building it
- The Cellular Jail was based on Panopticon Theory of Architecture where there’s a central axis and 7 radiating compartments.
- Each cell measures 13 1/2 ‘x 7’ and was secured by iron grills making way for solitary prison confinement and giving it the cellular composition.
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What happened to Cellular Jail after 1947?
- 4 wings of the jail were damaged in the 1941 earthquake and another one was demolished after independence to make way for a hospital. The survivors of the cellular jail revolted against this and demanded to conserve this piece of history as a memorial.
- The cellular jail now stands as a National Monument with 2 wings and the administrative block. It was declared a National Memorial on 11th February, 1979
- In 1996, the national award winning Malayalam film ‘Kalapani’ depicted the poignant tale of the Cellular Jail set during the cruel reign of David Barry in 1915
