Maldives

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The Maldives are scattered across 500 miles of Indian Ocean. Their pure white sands are fringed with green palms and surrounded by some of the clearest water in the world.

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The Maldives are scattered across 806km (500 miles) of Indian Ocean. Their pure white sands are fringed with green palms and surrounded by some of the clearest water in the world. Coral reefs and tropical fish — from neon clownfish to slow-moving manta rays — thrive in the warm ocean water. Sunset catamaran cruises are de rigueur, as are picnics …

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Planning a Trip

LANGUAGE Dhivehi CURRENCY Maldivian rufiyaa BEST TIME TO VISIT December to March NEAREST AIRPORT Velana International Airport (MLE) EMERGENCY HELPLINE NUMBER 119 INTERNET ACCESS All resorts, hotels and guesthouses have free wi-fi for guests. While a few resorts limit data per user, it’s otherwise entirely free across the board and generally a decent speed. Do be aware, however, that on …

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Getting Around

Air Whether it’s by seaplane, charter or a regular domestic flight, air is the main way to cover long distances in Maldives. Airlines in Maldives There are 12 regional airports in the country, all of which are linked to the capital by regular flights. Domestic flights are run by two domestic airlines, Maldivian and FlyMe. Flights fill up fast, so …

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History & Culture

The Maldives was first inhabited by Dravidian and Sinhalese populations, and Buddhism became the dominant faith in the country until the 12th century. Even today, ancient Buddhist sites can be explored throughout this largely Islamic destination. The Maldives didn’t begin to experience ‘Western’ influences until the arrival of European and Arab traders. By the 12th century, the Maldives was converted …

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Top Attractions

Male Thrumming with scooters and cars and Indian bazaars stacked with coconuts and spice, the city of Male – the capital of the Maldives atolls – has the frenetic feel of a place crammed into a slot that’s too small for it. And that’s because it is. Although rarely visited (most travelers bypass the city on seaplanes heading straight for …

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