Kavaratti Island Lagoon

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Sight Address : Kavaratti Island Lagoon of Kavaratti lies 360 km (190 nmi) off the coast of the state of Kerala. Edit

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Kavaratti Island Lagoon, Kavaratti is the capital of the Union Territory of Lakshadweep in India. Kavaratti is a census town as well as the name of the atoll upon which the town stands. It is well known for its pristine white sand beaches and calm lagoons, which makes it a popular tourist destination. It is another attractive tourist destination which is located on the Kavaratti Island that magnetizes large number of travellers every year. There are a number of interesting activities to do that will surely add great fun in your overall journey. As is the case with other islands of Lakshadweep, Kavaratti has warm sandy beaches where tourists can unwind themselves. Though the beaches are narrow, the lagoons around Kavratti are fabulous with star fish, anemones, sea cucumers, countless multi- hued fishes astounding corals. Located to the west of the Island the lagoon is best suited for swimming, kayaking, wind surfing and canoeing. To the South of the Island lies Chicken Neck point which is an absolutely fantastic place for water sports including scuba diving and snorkelling. A glass bottom boat ride offers tourists and opportunity to view the rich marine life and an array of extraordinary corals.

Kavaratti Island, Lagoon

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Kavaratti is the capital of the Union Territory of Lakshadweep in India. Kavaratti is a census town as well as the name of the atoll upon which the town stands.It is well known for its pristine white sand beaches and calm lagoons, which makes it a popular tourist destination. Kavaratti has the maximum number of mosques in Lakshadweep. Out of the 52 mosques Jamnath, mohidden and Ujra are prominent ones. Jamnath mosque is a massive structure having the largest tank of any mosque in the islands. Mohidden Mosque is an ancient mosque that lies to the North- West of Kavaratti. One of the oldest and most striking is the Ujra mosque built by Sheikh Mohammad Kasim. The 17th century structure has an ornate ceiling, said to have been carved out of a single of driftwood.

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October and February

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2-3 hrs

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Air : The Nearest domestic airport is on Agatti island 54 km (29 nmi) away, followed by helicopter or boat transfers from Agatti to Kavaratti. Commercial flights usually operate from Kochi to Agatti. The closest international airport is the Cochin International Airport in Kochi on the mainland.

Others : Ships : Among the most popular means of travel to Kavaratti from the Indian mainland is via an overnight voyage by passenger ships. A number of passenger liners operate from Kochi to Kavaratti and other Lakshadweep islands.