Lakshadweep - लक्षद्वीप

Loverly Lakshdweep, located just off the coast of Kerala comprises of 36 charming coral islands amidst Arabian sea. Only ten islands are inhabited by simple, peace - loving folk whose mainstay is cocount cultivation, coir matting and fishing. Lakshadwood is emerging as an important tourist destination of the country and is regarded as a 'Paradise' for water sports like, Snorkelling, scuba diving, Deep sea fishing, Kayaking and wind surfing etc. Only 4 islands Kalpeni, Kavaratti, Minicoy and Kadamat are open for domestic tourists, while Bangaram and Kadamat islands are open for foreign tourists. Permits to visit Lakshasdwood can be obtained from the Lakshadweep tourist Office in Kochi. Regular flights operate from operate from Kochi to Agatti island. Moderately priced ship cruises which stop at all the islands open to tourism are also available from Kochi.

Lakshadweep is a cluster of island floating on the south-western part of Indian mainland. This place is a cradle of peace and natural beauty. Lakshadweep was discovered by British and now it is a part of India and a popular beach destination.