The Agatti Island is located at a distance of 459 Kms from Cochin. The lagoon is plenty with colorful fishes and marine planktons. Agatti has also an airport that is the only available airport in this island.
Kavaratti is the most developed island of the Lakshadweep group of islands. Ura mosque is located here. Besides, there are 52 mosques in this island. The lagoon water is perfect for swimming and other water related sports. There is a also a marine museum where you can experience the underwater adventure through glass bottomed boats.
Among the Lakshadweep islands, Kalpeni has got the largest lagoon. Its major attraction is its coral debris that can be found at the eastern and southeastern shoreline. For water sports, Kayaks, Sail Boats and Pedal Boats are available. Kalpeni has got a number of islets like Tilakkam, Pitti and Cheriyam.
At Bangaram, one can find black coral formations, marine fishes, sharks, stingrays, porcupines, hermit crabs, turtles and other marine wealth. There is also a diving school at Bangaram.
Minicoy lies at the southern end of Lakshadweep Group of Islands. Lava is a famous dance form in this region. Travelling through the village roads encompassed by coconut trees is an experience so rare.
Kadmat has got a shallow lagoon in the western part that is perfect for water sports. But the lagoon in the eastern part is narrow. This island alone has got two lagoons. Water Sports Institute and a Diving School have been instituted here.
Last Updated on 02 April 2013
