Mosques in Lakshadweep

The landmark event in the early history of Lakshadweep was the complete transformation of entire population in to Islamic faith. An Arab Saint named Ubadidullah brought this about.

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Though the Muslims in Lakshadweep have the belief that there is no other God but Allah and that Muhammad is his Prophet, still Pir (saint) worship is prevalent here .

The festivals of Urs of Ubaidullah (at Andrott) and Syed Muhammed Kasim (at Kavaratti) are celebrated every year.

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The majority of the Muslims belong to the Sufi School of the Sunni sect and they accept both the Koran and the Sunnet. There are also Wahabis and Ahamadiyas who are small minority. The Wahabis have separate mosques in Agatti and Kavaratti and the Ahamadiyas are found only in Kalpeni.

Beaches - Lakshadweep Islands of Lakshadweep have emerged as a premier tourist destination among vacationers from rest of India and beyond. This group of 35 islands is known for its exotic and sun-kissed beaches and lush green landscape.

These beaches offer multiple diving and snorkeling facilities. Geologists say that these islands have been formed due to coral activity. give Each of these islands and the sea around them has its unique colour and beauty due to these coral reefs.

This smallest union territory - Lakshadweep - has fortunately remained aloof from the mindless modernization.

In the Kavaratti island, there are all in all fifty two mosques of which the most famous and beautiful is the Ujra mosque. There is a well, within its premises, which is believed to contain water, which can cure all diseases.

The Ujra mosque has an intricately carved ceiling, which were carved from a driftwood.This clearly depicts the craftsmanship of Kavaratti people.

For Accommodation, there is Agatti Beach Resort situated just walking distance from the airport

Looking at the services provided by the Agatti resort, there are none comparable to it in entire Lakshadweep.

You can opt from the various packages provided by the resort, some of which include a glass bottom boat ride, visit to nearby islands and lagoon fishing. The restaurant in Agatti resort provides both local and continental cuisines.

You will be spell bound by the sheer intricacy of the work with patterns of pale green and dark red woven in a harmonious blend.

The Jumah Mosque is another mosque, which houses the tomb of Saint Ubaidullah. This is a huge building and has the largest tank of any mosque in the islands.

Here in the graveyards, you will find green or blue headstones with Koranic texts engraved on them.

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