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These Islands, a tiny principality
in itself, has existed from time immemorial, with little influence
from the outside world. The charm of these 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
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palest aquamarine and turquoise to
deepest sapphire and lapis lazuli.Lakshadeep is an archipelago
consisting of 12 atolls, 3 reefs and 5 submerged banks. there
are 10 inhabited islands and 17 uninhabited islands with a total
geographical area of 32 sq. Kms., 220 to 440 Kms. away from
the coastal city of Kochi in Kerala, in the emerald Arabian
sea. The Lakshadweep islands are a geographical extension of
the Maldives island chain. |
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Referred to by many as the 'ultimate
island paradise', each island floats serenely in a sea whose
water range from palest aquamarine and turquoise. 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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Only 2 islands (Bangaram and Kadamat) are
open for foreign tourists. Lakshadweep is basically a restricted area
and one needs a permit to enter Lakshadweep. |
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| Kadmath is 8 Kms long and 550 metres wide at the broadest
point. In addition to the beautiful shallow lagoon on the west
that forms an ideal spot for water sports, there is a narrow
lagoon on the east. The best attractions are the long sandy
beaches and small sand banks on the southern tip for sun bathing.
Kadmath has been identified for staying tourists with its tourist
huts aesthetically situated in the coconut palm groves in the
beaches facing the lagoon. The place is ideal for a real holiday
that brings you away from the maddening crowd, hustle and bustle
of city life. A Water Sports Institute functions on the island.
Water sports crafts like kayaks, pedal boats, sailing yachts,
skiing boats and glass bottomed boats are available on hire.
The scuba diving center in the island has become an attraction
for water-sport enthusiasts. Kadmat has emerged as one of the
most beautiful dive centers in India. Variety of fishes like
rays, sharks, and clear water with 20-50 meter visibility makes
it an unparalleled dive destination for scuba divers. M/s Lacadives,
Mumbai operates a full-fledged scuba diving center at Kadmat.
Non-Indians are also permitted to visit this island. |
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| Bangaram is a tiny teardrop shaped island, which
lies very close to Agatti and Kavaratti. The tourist resort
on this island provides an amazing opportunity for guests to
unwind from the pressures and tensions of modern life. Two small
islands of Thinnakara and Parali also lie close to Bangaram
enclosed by the same lagoon. During the night, phosphorescent
plankton washed ashore on the coral sands impart a bluish glow
to the beach, which is totally enchanting. Guests to this resort
can either avail of the boat transfer or helicopter transfer
from Agatti. Being the only uninhabited island resort in Lakshadweep
it has got its own charm. An ideal destination for discerning
exclusive tourists, Bangaram island resort by Casino group has
carved its presence in the international tourist map. |
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| It is the headquarters of the U.T Administration
since 1964. You have enough time to explore the island. The
beautiful calm lagoon forms an ideal spot for water sport swimming
and basking on warm sandy beaches. Marine life exhibits can
be seen at the marine aquarium which has excellent collection
of specimens. Do not bother if you are not a good swimmer, we
have made viewing the exotic underwater world easier for you
through our glass bottomed boats. We provide on hire kayaks
& sailing yachts. The Dolphin Drive Centre is another attraction
for water sports enthusiasts. Tourist availing "Taratashi"
package to Kavaratti stay in the tourist huts at the tourist
complex. One can visit Kavaratti in Coral Reef and Taratashi
packages. |
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| It is known for its scenic beauty and the small
islets called Tilakkam & Pitti and an uninhabited island
on the north called Cheriyam. A huge shallow lagoon encloses
all of them. A peculiar feature of Kalpeni atoll is the huge
storm bank of coral debris along the eastern and south-eastern
shorelines. It is believed that huge boulders were thrown up
during a storm in 1847. It is a progressive island; it was in
this island that girls first went to school, when women's education
was considered a taboo. You can swim, reef-walk or water-sport
on kayaks, sail boats & pedal boats. Water sports crafts
are given on hire; 2 bathing huts with change-rooms are available,
at Koomel Beach Resort. A visit to the baniyan factory and the
light house is also included in the day's program. 4 tourist
cottages are also available for staying tourists. Kalpeni is
part of Coral Reef and Coconut Grove Packages. |
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| It is about 10.6 Kms long; it is the second longest
island, the first being Andrott. It is the southern most island
in Lakshadweep, crescent shaped and has one of the largest lagoons.
Viringle is the small islet that you see on the south. Minicoy
is set apart from the Northern group of islands by its culture;
the islanders are employed as seamen in ocean going vessels
the world over. The island has systematically arranged village
system known as "Athiris"; each athiri is a cluster
of houses which is head by an elected elderly man called Mooppan.
Traditionally all powers to manage village affairs were vested
in him. Each village has a village house beautifully decorated
and maintained. Mahl is the spoken language. Minicoy is an important
centre of tuna fishing. |
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