Maldives
The Maldives is a scatter of nearly 1,200 coral islands arranged in atolls across the central Indian Ocean, sitting so low that the sea horizon dominates every view. Turquoise lagoons, white sand, and dense coconut palms define the physical world here; the sky and water are rarely distinguishable at the edges.
About Maldives
Overview
Located southwest of Sri Lanka, the Maldives comprises 26 natural atolls spanning roughly 900 kilometres from north to south. Malé is the densely built capital, home to a large share of the national population. Dhivehi is the official language, and the currency is the Maldivian rufiyaa, though US dollars are widely accepted at resorts. The culture is shaped by Islam, South Asian trade history, and a deep dependence on the sea.
Airports in Maldives
8 airportsAirlines based in Maldives
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Hotels in Maldives
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