Unexplored by the world till the 18th century, Kadmat was used as a fishing outpost by the fishermen of the nearby Amini island. At Kadmat, indigenous products are crafted out of palm fronds and coconut coir that is soaked, dried and turned into ropes. Pick up some of these local handicrafts before a Malabar-inspired lunch at the Kadmat resort. Coconut bondas, moha appam, octopus fry and pickled tuna are some must try local delicacies.
11. Lighthouse of Minicoy
The biggest island of the Lakshadweep, Minicoy is famous for its towering 49 metre lighthouse that was built in 1885. Locally called Maliku, Minicoy island is closer to Maldives than it is to India! The people of Minicoy live in carefully arranged villages called the avahand speak a unique language called Divehibas, which is similar to the Maldive’s national language. With a unique culture and three large shipwrecks off its coast waiting to be explored, Minicoy is definitely a must-visit.