Lakshadweep, formerly the Laccadives, is a group of islands situated some 400 km off India’s west coast in the Arabian sea. They are India’s only coral atolls and geologically a part of the same chain as the Maldives.
Overview
Lakshadweep is India’s smallest union territory. The name literally means “Hundred Thousand Islands” in Sanskrit (laksha = Hundred Thousand (1 Lakh), dweep = island). It has ten inhabited islands, 17 uninhabited islands, attached islets, four newly formed islets and 5 submerged reefs.
Lakshadweep is one of the most beautiful destinations that you could visit during your holidays. This union territory of India is in the Arabian Sea and consists of twelve atolls, three reefs and five submerged banks. The beautiful marine life, the villages, the tourist resorts and the mosques are great attractions for the tourists.
Special Attraction
- Minicoy Island: Go For A Boat Ride
- Kadmat Island: Relish Delicious Local Food
- Kavaratti Island: Witness Mesmerizing Sunsets
- Marine Museum: Have An Encounter With The Underwater World
- Pitti Bird Sanctuary: Spot Some Birds
- Thinnakara Island: For Beautiful Lagoons
- Kalpeni Island: Take A Relaxing Stroll
- Bangaram Atoll: The Paradise-Like Island
- Agatti Island: For Smoked Tuna Fish And More
- Kiltan Island: The Colonial Spot
- Amini Beach: For Scuba Diving And More
- Andrott Island: For The History Enthusiasts