Lakshadweep in Malayalam means a hundred thousand islands, the local language.
However there are only 36 islands having a total area of 32 sq. kilometers. It is the tiniest Union Territory of India with 12 atolls, 3 reefs and 5 submerged banks.There are 10 Islands inhabited here are Agatti, Amini, Andrott, Bitra, Chetlat, Kadmat, Kalpeni, Kavaratti, Kiltan and Minicoy.
Theories about coral atoll formation is inconclusive. However the most prominent and perhaps most accepted one is given by the Sir Charles Darwin in 1842. According to him the base of the islands below the reef is a volcanic formation over which corals settled and built fringing reefs, which transformed to barrier reefs and finally to atolls due to geological submergence of volcanic base.
93% of the inhabitants of Lakshadweep are Muslims.People are mostly engaged in fishing and coconut cultivation.
Major Attractions of this place are Agatti Island, Bangaram Island, Mini coy Island, Kalpeni Island, Kadmath Island and many more.
Minicoy- also known as Maliku, it is the farthest island from Kavaratti Island , 200 kms away to south and 398 kms from Cochin. Minicoy has a peculiar culture that you may not fid at any other island. It is a second largest island, a cluster of 10 villages
Kalpeni, situated at the distance of 287 kms away from Cochin, is famous for its scenic beauty. A huge lagoon encloses its 3 small islets, namely, Tilakkam, Pitti and Cheriyam. Its biggest attraction is the huge bank of coral debris along the sides of eastern and southwestern shorelines. It is first and progressive islands as […]
Kadmat Island – located at the distance of 407 kms from Cochin. It has a large lagoon, abundant coral growth, long sandy beaches, excellent water sports facilities and other great attractions. It is the only island that has lagoons both on the eastern and western sides.
Kavaratti- the administrative capital since 1964, located at the distance of 404 kilometers from Cochin, it is one of the most developed islands. Kavaratti has beautiful palm lagoon that forms a perfect spot for water sports, swimming and relaxing. It has the highest percentage of non-islanders as the residents here. There are many mosques spread […]
Bangaram Island Also known as The jewel of the Lakshadweep is bewitchingly beautiful and uninhabited island, ranked as one of the best gateways of the world. One can see the sun, sand and surf casting mesmerizing spells on the visitors, just like the other islands of Lakshadweep, lavish plantations and coolness of swaying coconut palms […]
Located 459 kilometers away from Cochin , Agatti is one of the most spectacular lagoons in Lakshadweep . A virtual gateway to Lakshadweep, it is 6kms long and about 1000mts wide. It’s the Only island with An airport. One can enjoy many adventurous sports like scuba diving, snorkeling water skiing and boat Sailing.
