Lakshadweep Islands

Lakshadweep, a Union Territory of India, is a group of 36 islands, located in the Arabian Sea, about 300 km off Kochi. Of these islands, Androt, Amini, Agatti, Bitra, Chetlat, Kadamat, Kalpeni, Kavaratti and Minicoy are inhabited. The main occupation of the islanders is fishing. The languages spoken are Malayalam and Mahl. Tourists are permitted to enter through package tours offered by SPORTS.

For reservation and details contact the Assistant Manager, SPORTS, Lakshadweep Administrative Office, Willingdon Island Kochi Ph: 668387 668647

Accommodation: Bangaram Island Resort (For reservations, contact Casino Group of Hotels, Kochi Ph: 668221 Tariff for double occupancy: US$ 190) Agatti Island Beach Resort (For reservation contact: 1st Floor, Triptha, Market Road, Ernakulam Ph: 361685)



 Fact File:

Location :
   

Lakshadweep islands lie about 220 to 440kms from the Kerala coast between 8 and 12 North Latitudes and 71 and 74 East Longitudes.

Status :
 
Tiniest Union Territory of India.

Religion :
   

The local population are all Sunni Muslims.

Languages :
   

The language spoken in the islands is Malayalam except in Minicoy where it is Mahl, written in the Divehi script.

Climate :
   

Summer temperatures ranging from 22 C to 33 C and Winter temperatures from 20 C to 32 C. Southwest monsoons from June to September bring plenty of rainfall to  the islands. and Northeast monsoons also result in some rains during October and November. .

Clothing :


Light cotton tropical clothes are sufficient throughout the year. A waterproof coat will come in handy during the monsoons.

Entry permits:


For foreigners and People holding foreign passports: One can visit islands on a package tour as individuals are not allowed to book independently. A permit is required for which you have to provide details of the place and date of birth, passport number, date and place of issue, expiry date and 4 photos.

Best Season:
   
October to May is ideal and popular with tourists.

 Fact File:

Location :
  
Lakshadweep islands lie about 220 to 440kms from the Kerala coast between 8 and 12 North Latitudes and 71 and 74 East Longitudes.

Status :
   

Tiniest Union Territory of India.

Religion :
   

The local population are all Sunni Muslims.

Languages :
   

The language spoken in the islands is Malayalam except in Minicoy where it is Mahl, written in the Divehi script.

Climate :


Summer temperatures ranging from 22 C to 33 C and Winter temperatures from 20 C to 32 C. Southwest monsoons from June to September bring plenty of rainfall to  the islands. and Northeast monsoons also result in some rains during October and November. .

Clothing :
   
Light cotton tropical clothes are sufficient throughout the year. A waterproof coat will come in handy during the monsoons.

Entry permits:

   
For foreigners and People holding foreign passports: One can visit islands on a package tour as individuals are not allowed to book independently. A permit is required for which you have to provide details of the place and date of birth, passport number, date and place of issue, expiry date and 4 photos.

Best Season:

October to May is ideal and popular with tourists.

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