About Andaman Buddhist Temple, Phongyi Kyaung
The Andaman Buddhist Temple, known as Phongyi Kyaung, is a small Theravada Buddhist temple and monastery located in Middle Point, Sri Vijaya Puram (formerly Port Blair) in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Built in Burmese architectural style, it features a main shrine with a Buddha image, wooden carvings and tranquil grounds. Maintained by the local Burmese community, it offers a peaceful religious site reflecting the islands' multicultural heritage and Burmese influence.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a small, quiet temple complex with a Burmese-style wooden monastery building, a central shrine hall housing a Buddha statue, and simple landscaped grounds. The interior features traditional woodwork and religious images. The setting is calm and residential, near Middle Point in central Sri Vijaya Puram, suitable for brief sightseeing, photography of architecture, and quiet observation of religious practices.
Key highlights
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Burmese-style wooden architecture of Phongyi Kyaung
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Central shrine hall with Buddha image
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Traditional wood carvings and decorative elements
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Peaceful temple grounds in central Sri Vijaya Puram
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Active place of worship for the local Theravada Buddhist community