Lakshadweep Island , a hub of Amazing & wonderful places in India.
Lakshadweep is the smallest Union Territory in India and it consists of 36 Splendid Islands having an area spread over 32 Square kilometers. Lakshadweep is a uni district union Territory that is comprised of 12 atolls, Three Reefs, Five submerged Banks, and ten inhabited amazing islands.
Kavaratti is the capital of the Union Territory of Lakshadweep. The Island of Kavaratti lies 360 km off the coast of the State of Kerala at 10.57°N 72.64°E. Out of 36 amazing Islands only 10 islands are visited by tourists.
Lakshadweep Island is globally famous for its tremendous Scenic Charm, white sandy coastlines, and wonderful surroundings which fascinate and attract Tourists and travelers not only domestically but also globally. Countless places in Lakshadweep have huge and magnificent Tourist potential.
Among them are the following Top tourist places that are quite ideal and exotic Vacation destinations in Lakshadweep. Visitors and travelers from different parts of the country and abroad visit here throughout the year in large numbers to enjoy its serene picturesque natural beauty.
This year in January 2024, after the visit of the Hon'ble Prime of India here, Lakshadweep has become the 10th most searched word on Google in India and the search interest for this amazing Tourist island of India has become the highest in the world in the last twenty years. A huge rush of domestic tourists is being witnessed here and it is becoming one of the most favorite Tourist places for nature and adventure lovers in the country and abroad.
It is important and interesting to know that Lakshadweep Island has a lot to offer and exhibit to the world right from clean Beeches, to well-maintained Tourist Resorts with abundant greenery, peaceful atmosphere, diving activities, boating, water sports a lot more.
Lakshadweep Island is also famous for whales namely the Pygmy blue whale, Brdye's whale, sperm whale, orca pilot whale, dolphins, etc. but snakes and dogs are not present in Lakshadweep Island.
Lakshadweep Climate :
As far as the weather in Lakshadweep weather during the peak summer season here is quite ideal and suitable for tourists and Travelers. The weather during the winter season is quite cool and chilly and this is also perfect for visitors to visit here and enjoy the breathtaking beauty of the place. This destination is always open and suitable for tourists and travelers.
Lakshadweep Top Places to Visit :
The Topmost Places to Visit in Lakshadweep are as follows:-
• Minicoy Island
• Kavaratti island
• Kadmat Island
• Pitti Bird Sanctuary
• Mirinal Museum
• Thinnakara Island
• Amimni Beach
• Andrott Island
• Kitan Island
• Kalpeni Island
• Bangaram Atoll
• Agatti Island
1. Minicoy Island:-
It is one of the 36 small Islets of the Lakshadweep group of islands. It Is quite a famous and popular tourist place because of its amazing white sand beaches, infinity freshwater oceans vibrant coral reefs, and a lot more. This amazing Island is also called Maliko in the local language. It is spread over an area of 4801 sq. km and is the second largest island in Lakshadweep. It is also among the few inhabited islands that are naturally blessed with luxury beach resorts.
This place is quite ideal for those people who are in search of peace and tranquility as well as it is a splendid tourist destination where various adventure-loving activities viz; Tunning canning, Tuna Fishing etc can be carried out. The presence of beautiful palm-fringed beaches adds a feather to its natural virgin beauty. Minicoy Island is a central place for all plans for the sister islands of Lakshadweep.
2. Kavarati :
It is the Capital of the Union Territory of Lakshadweep in India. Kavarati is the administrative headquarters of Lakshadweep Island and is a developed and well-managed island. The island is famous for 52 mosques and Ujra Mosque is the beautiful mosque among them. The specialty of this place is that water from a well near this mosque has many curative powers.
Kavarati Main Attractions :
The Tourists visit here in large numbers to spend some quality time and the main attractions of their visit are :
• Marine aquarium with a collection of aquatic specimens.
• Extremely beautiful and Calm Lagoons always offer an ideal spot for various adventure activities to the Tourists.
• Must see the splendid Ujra Mosque.
• Dolphin Dive Center remains the main attraction of the visit for those who love Scuben Dive.
Things to Do in Kavarati :
This ideal place is quite famous among tourists and travelers mainly for watersports, swimming, snorkeling, sunbathing, or just lazing around on the wonderful beach and a lot more.
3. Kadamat :
It is another wonderful place about 8 kilometers long and about 550 meters wide only. Kedamat is quite a perfect and amazing place because of the presence of beautiful Lagoons situated on the west side. It is also one of the favorite places for water sports.
Main Attractions of Kadamat :
The main attractions of Tourists and travelers in Kavarati are as :
• Delightful long Sand Beaches.
• Amazing sand Banks on the southern tip.
• Tourist huts constructed amidst Palm groves facing the Lagoon to Soak in the pristine beauty of the ecosystem.
• unique water Sports institute on the island.
Best Things to Kadamat :
The visitors can enjoy their vacations or short journeys by participating themselves in the following adventure activities :
• Pedal Boating.
• Sailing Boats.
• Kayaks.
• Skiing Boats.
• Glass bottomed Boats.
4. Pitti Bird Sanctuary :
It is located on Pitti Island which is a part of Lakshadweep Island and it is home to a large variety of exotic bird species. Pitti Bird Sanctuary is situated at a distance of 24 kilometers northwest of Karavati.
It is also important to mention here that Pitti Bird Sanctuary is a very important nesting place for Pelagic birds namely Sooty Tern(Sterna Fuliginosa) and Brown noddy (Anous Stolidus), It is also called Pakshipitti locally because this word is derived from a Tamil word Pitti meaning Bird.
Pitti Bird Sanctuary is also famous for being a big breeding ground for Pelagic birds namely terns, the brown Noddy, and Sooty Tern, the most common sighted birds in this place.
This Sanctuary has an additional charm and tourist fascination due to its serene environment, crystal clear surrounding waters a lot more. This bird Sanctuary remains open from sunrise to sunset and has no entry fee for visitors. Plastic items are banned here and this Bird Sanctuary is fully developed with the requisite tourist infrastructure.
Pitti Bird Sanctuary is home to about 75 species of ocean birds and this Bird Sanctuary is one of the very few Indian places where Sternidae can be seen. Visitors can also catch beautiful Brown Noddy of tropical water here. In a nutshell, Pitti Bird Sanctuary of Lakshadweep Island is an ideal place for visitors.
Lakshadweep Island Distance :
Tourists and Travelers can reach Lakshadweep Island by ships and flights operated from Kochi because Kochi is the gateway to Lakshadweep for Tourists and travelers.
Agatti and Bangaram islands can be reached by flight from Kochi. Indian Airlines operates flights from Kochi. Onward flights from Kochi are available to most of the airports in India and abroad. There is an Airstrip on Agatti island only and from Agatti boats are available to Kavaratti and Kadmat during the fair season.
October to May. Helicopter service is available from Agatti to Kavaratti during monsoon season subject to the availability of a helicopter. The flight from Cochin to Agatti takes approximately one hour and thirty minutes.
Lakshadweep Hotels and Resorts :
The Union Territory of Lakshadweep, a world-class tourist destination has proper Luxury Hotels and Resorts for Night stays of Visitors. The popular luxury Hotels in Lakshadweep are Minicoy Island Beach Resort, Kadmat Beach Resort, Bangaram Island Resort, White Pearl Beach Hotel, Island Holiday Home, Kalpeni Tourist Hut, White Paradise, Kasima Beach Villa, Thinnakar Tent House, Coral Beach Resort and lot more.
Conclude :
Lakshadweep Island is a group of stunning islands located in the heart of the Arabian Sea and it is extremely famous for its rich cultural heritage, breathtaking beauty and coral reefs, pristine blue skies, white beaches, and infinite oceans. Therefore it has put a keen interest in the catalogue of places, Tourists must visit as part of their Vacation.
There is no doubt that Lakshadweep can only be reached through Ships and flights operated from the lone gateway of India namely Kochi. Lakshadweep Island got more attention globally recently after the Visit of the Honorable Prime Minister who shared some amazing and stunning pics of the destination and it is sure in coming years it will be one of the most globally visited tourist destinations. In the end, I would like to say that we will come up with a brand new Blog shortly about the other places about whom we did not write today.
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