Maldives

Maldives is all about enjoying your holidays amidst gorgeous beaches where you can laze around all day long. This tropical heaven has 26 atolls. Here you can find some of the most beautiful nature wonders which attract honeymooners seeking solace and tranquillity. Maldives is also a great location for adventure seekers as the nation offers some of the most exciting adventure sports like Under-water Walking, Banana Boat Rides, Big Game Fishing, Scuba Diving, Jet Skiing, Kitesurfing, etc.

Culture in Maldives

Maldives?s rich history has been hypnotising many. This is the place where you find a beautiful mix of cultures and traditions which can be experienced in its attractions, food, festivals and much more. Dhivehi is the first language of Maldives whereas English is the second one. Islam is the only national religion in the country.

Places to Visit

Travellers visiting Maldives get floored by experiencing the amount of diversity found here. The Old Friday Mosque of Maldives has a rich history which goes back to 1656. Here you can know a lot about Quranic script. Grand Friday Mosque & Islamic Centre is also popular for its superb structure built in 1984. It has a simple yet very different marble structure. National Museum of Maldives remains a must visit for every history lover. Visit here and enjoy a well-labelled collection of amazing artefacts taking you deep into different periods of Maldivian history. Utheemu Ganduvaru is another popular attraction here housing over 500-year-old wooden interiors. Painting lovers must enjoy a visit to the National Art Gallery housing a collection of paintings and conceptual works. A visit to Maldives is a sheer waste until one explores its beautiful beaches where you can unwind apart from indulging in some exciting adventure activities. Some of the beaches here like Hulhumale? Beach, Bikini Beach, Veligandu Island Beaches, Reethi Beach, Cocoa Island Beaches and Vabbinfaru Island Beaches look heavenly.

Best time to Visit

The best time to visit Maldives is between November and April due to pleasant weather conditions. This is the perfect time to enjoy underwater activities.

How to Reach Maldives

The main international airport of Maldives is the Male International Airport in the Hulhule Island. The airport is well linked with Delhi, Sri Lanka, Kuala Lumpur and all other key cities of South East Asia.