The Agatti islands are also known to the world as ‘Agathy’, which is a 5.6 km long island, located in the Indian Union Territory of Lakshadweep. This island is located at a distance of 459 km away from Kochi. The total area covered by the island is just 2.7 sq. km. The best time to visit this island is during the winters, when the cool temperature allows the tourists to get immense pleasure from their trip.
The silvery beaches, swaying trees and the amazing coral reefs all conjure up in the Agatti islands, thus attracting a large chunk of tourists from across the globe.
The tourism of this island is restricted, as one needs to take prior permission for visiting the Agatti islands. An entry permit is required to be taken from the administration of Lakshadweep, if one desires of visiting the land. This place also gains significance as it is the only island in the Lakshadweep which adorns an airport. The prime activities performed here include swimming, diving or just relaxing and watching the underwater marine life. There are two resorts which are situated here, Seashells Beach Resort and Agatti Island Beach Resort.
One can also take a look at the turquoise colored lagoons which are found in this region. The actual beauty of this land can be seen from the fact that one trip to this destination can rejuvenate the mind, body as well as the soul of the tourists. The quietness as well as the peace which is present on these islands can provide an enthralling experience to each and every tourist who visits this place.
