Kalpeni
Kalpeni Island, Lakshadweep, along with two small islets of Tilakkam and Pitti and the uninhabited island of Cheriyam in the north form a single atoll. It is known for its scenic beauty. A huge shallow lagoon encloses all of them. It is believed that a violent storm in 1847 threw up huge coral boulders along these shores. It is a socially progressive island; it was in this island that girls first went to school, when women’s education was considered a taboo. You can swim, reef-walk, snorkel or water-sport on kayaks, sail boats & pedal boats. Water sports crafts are given on hire; 2 bathing huts with change-rooms are available, at Koomel Beach Resort. A visit to the baniyan factory and the light house is also included in the day’s program. 4 tourist cottages are also available for staying tourists.
Near Kalpeni
More to see around Lakshadweep.
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Agatti Island
Agatti (occasionally called "Agathy") is a small 7 kilometer long island and has one of the most beautiful lagoons in Lakshadweep. The only airstrip or airport is built on this island.
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Bangaram Island
Bangaram is a tiny teardrop shaped island, which lies very close to Agatti (5km away through sea) and Kavaratti.
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Kadmath
Kadmath is one of the largest island in Lakshadweep group. It is 8Km long and 550m wide at the broadest point.
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Kavaratti Island
Kavaratti is the capital of the Lakshadweep Islands since 1964 with most population. Fifty-two mosques are spread out over the island, among which the most beautiful is Ujra mosque.
