Andaman and Nicobar Islands have several mud volcanoes spread all over the group of islands. Out of the 11 mud volcanoes, 9 are located on Baratang Island, about 90 kilometres from Port Blair. At first sight, it may look like tiny holes in the earth with mud bubbling all over them. But for the curious soul, the science behind these volcanoes is fascinating, and since they are the only group of mud volcanoes all over India, they are worth a visit.
The volcanoes are created when microorganisms release various juices to break down the organic matter underneath the earth’s surface. As a result, organic matter breaks down and releases various gases. These gases then rise to the surface and create small craters of bubbling mud, called mud volcanoes.
The volcanoes are not pretty, or even remotely appealing visually, but if you are interested in scientific exploration, this will be a worthy visit for you. They are nature’s wonderful play, with average temperature at any active volcano ranging 100 degrees centigrade to as low as 2 degrees. Some people also use the volcanoes for a mud bath, especially the ones in lower temperature range.
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