Central Asia | Maldives | Malé
Malé is the capital of the Maldives, an archipelago and nation in the Indian Ocean. Located southwest of India and Sri Lanka, this small yet dense island capital is the cultural center of the Maldives. Highlights of Malé include the country's National Museum, the greenery of Sultan Park, and the variety of artificial beaches with spectacular views of the Indian Ocean.
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Mulee'aage
Official Residence of the President of the Maldives. Located in the ward of Henveiru in central Malé. It is located near the the Friday Mosque, the Munnaru, and the Medhu Ziyaarai shrine.
Hukuru Miskiy
Coral stones were the building material for this elegant mosque, built in 1658.
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Vaavu Atoll lies south of Malé and is known for its relatively small population, numerous uninhabited islands, clear lagoons, and extensive coral reefs. Felidhoo is the administrative capital, while Thinadhoo, Keyodhoo, and Fulidhoo are among the better-known inhabited islands. The atoll has a quieter character than the more developed areas closer to the capital, with guesthouses, fishing communities, and resorts spread across separate islands.
Alifu Dhaalu Atoll, also known as South Ari Atoll, lies southwest of Malé in the central Maldives and includes a mixture of inhabited islands, uninhabited islets, sandbanks, and resort islands. The atoll is surrounded by coral reefs and clear lagoon waters, while many of its inhabited islands retain compact communities shaped by fishing and maritime traditions. Mahibadhoo serves as the administrative capital, with Dhangethi, Dhigurah, Omadhoo, and Mandhoo among the better-known local islands.