Islands of Lakshadweep
Lakshadweep meaning "thousands islands" is the big destination of
tomorrow.
Each island of Lakshadweep, a tiny principality in itself, has existed from
time immemorial, with little influence from the outside world. The charm of
Lakshadweep islands lies in their remoteness. Far off the beaten track, they
attract no hordes of merry makers to its shores, or perhaps it is the beauty
of the islands densely covered with coconut palms, and threaded by an unbroken
line of creamy sand, each island serenely set in a sea whose waters range from
palest aquamarine and turquoise to deepest sapphire and lapis lazuli
To ensure that the way of life of the islands is not disturbed by external influences,
only few islands have been opened for
Tourism.
Bangaram Island Beach Resort [ An escape from the world ]
The Jewel of the Lakshadweep, Bangaram island is uninhabited except for occasional
visitors from the nearest island, Agatti, where the airport is situated. Bangaram
presents a breathtaking spectacle of sparkling coral reefs, turquoise blue lagoons,
silvery beaches and lush green coconut palms. All preserved in the State just
as the first discoverers would have found them.
Kadmat Island [ Honeymoon Paradise ]
A particularly fine lagoon, of even depth and an endless shoreline, perfect
for swimming, makes Kadmath a haven of solitude., The tourist huts are situated
some distance away from habitation, with only the splash of the waves to break
the silence. During the day, when the beat of the overhead sun becomes too strong,
the feathery network of coconut palms provides a canopy throughout the island,
through which light dimly filters, green and cool. It is the only island with
lagoons on both eastern and western sides. A Water Sports Institute providing
water sports facilities has been set up in Kadmat
The island is becoming increasingly popular for honeymooners. As a testimony
to its Water Sports potential, a Scuba Diving Centre has been set up there.
Kavaratti Island
The administrative capital of the Lakshadweep Islands, Kavaratti is the most
developed of the islands with the highest percentage of non-islanders as residents.
Fifty two mosques are spread out over the island, the most beautiful being the
Ujra mosque. A well, within its precincts, is believed to contain water of curative
powers. The Ujra mosque has an ornately carved ceiling, said to have been carved
from a piece of driftwood. Kavaratti also has an aquarium with several colorful
species of fish.
There are glass bottom boats for viewing marine life and an array of remarkable
coral formations that provides a background to the lagoons and the islands within
them. Some Water Sports like Kayaking Canoeing and Snorkeling are available
for tourists.
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