Tourists who are on the lookout for a great getaway must take a trip to the Lakshadweep Islands. Lakshadweep Islands are a group of 36 islands in the Union Territory of Lakshadweep. The Union Territory of Lakshadweep forms a part of India and is accessible by sea as well as by air from the South West Coast of India. It is located at a distance of 200 to 400 kms from the Malabar Coast. The major islands include Minicoy, Kavaratti, Kadmat, Kalpeni, Agatti, Kiltan, Chetlat, Androth, Bangaram, Pitti and Bitra. The Lakshadweep Islands have a comfortably warm and humid climate.
The Lakshadweep Islands have a glorious historical past with many legends, stories and anecdotes. The earliest history of Lakshadweep has not been recorded. The earliest habitation on Lakshadweep islands dates back to the era of the last king of Kerala, Cheraman Perumal. It is believed that these islands were discovered by the people who went in search of the vanished king. The sailors and soldiers of the search party started inhabiting the islands. The majority of the population of the islands is Muslim, but the Hindu social system is still prevalent there. Islam was spread on this island in the 7th century at the hands of St Ubaidullah. The islands were later ruled by the Portuguese and British. Lakshadweep formed the union territory of India in the year 1956.
Lakshadweep is the smallest Union Territory of India and the sole island of coral reef in India. It is beautifully endowed with nature in the form of rich and exotic fauna and flora. The eco-system of Lakshadweep Islands is virgin and fragile. It is a perfect tourist destination for an exciting and relaxing getaway. Tourists can spend a peaceful holiday in the tranquil environs of Lakshadweep. The people who are interested in the watersports can enjoy thoroughly at the Lakshadweep Islands.
The nature enthusiasts would be delighted to see the diverse flora in the form of various trees like the breadfruit, banana, coconut, drumstick, wild almond, and Colocassia, Punna, Kanni, Cheerani and sea grasses. Pitti Island is a bird sanctuary and a home to oceanic birds like Karifetu and Tharathasi. The islands are rich in varied marine life with many varieties of mollusks, crabs and coral fish available in a lot of colors. The tourists get a chance to be acquainted with the culture and lifestyle of the islanders on the Minicoy Island, which has a very distinctive culture. The visitors get to see the oldest lighthouse on the island, built in the year 1885, along with the canning factory of tuna and different beaches. Women play an important role in the culture of Lakshadweep and enjoy a special status. It is quite interesting to see and experience the same.
The visitors can take pleasure in swimming, beach walking, boating, kayaking and sailing. The tourists can see the exotic marine life by way of boats with glass bottoms. The anglers can also have a good time while fishing at Lakshadweep. Kavaratti has an excellent marine aquarium. There are good huts that are available on the beaches. The tourists can avail the various tourism packages offered by the Tourism Department of Lakshadweep including the Coral reef, Diving, Swaying Palm, Marine Wealth Awareness and Tharathasi Packages.
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