Visit Maldives-heaven on Earth!
The first things that come to your mind when someone mentions Maldives are glamorous hotels, and beautiful, long beaches with white sand.
The first things that come to your mind when someone mentions Maldives are glamorous hotels, beautiful, long beaches with white sand and a fascinating underwater world. Sounds like a dream vacation, doesn't it? This island nation is located in South Asia, 700 kilometers away from Sri Lanka. The capital is Male. The population of Maldives is about 400,000. The Indian Ocean hides many gems, but the one that has always stood out is the Maldives. Asia counts as many as 1,200 islands, of which about 200 are inhabited. Most of the Maldives islands are of volcanic origin and were formed precisely by the sinking of volcanoes. Maldives are the lowest country in the world, with an average altitude of 1.5 meters.
Nearly untouched nature, long, white sandy beaches, turquoise water and a fascinating underwater world make the Maldives the perfect vacation destination. Another advantage of this country is that it is suitable for escaping from the hectic life and provides an opportunity to isolate yourself and enjoy your privacy.
Every island in the Maldives is a story for itself and has its own charm, it's up to you to choose. Sunny mornings are waiting for you. The Maldives are a synonym for complete hedonism.
The official currency is the Maldivian Rupee (MVR). At the airport in Male, they mostly accept dollars, so it is more convenient to bring this currency. The official language is Dhivehi. English is in use, especially in tourist areas. The food on the menu is mostly seafood dishes. Coconut is one of the most common foods in the Maldives, coconut oil is used for food preparation, and coconut flour is also one of the ingredients. You will be delighted by the famous dried bananas and various specialties made from coconut, which you can buy in pastry shops.
Every island in the Maldives is special and different. Some of the most famous are: Maafushi, Male, Veligandu, Nalaguraidhoo. If you get the chance to go, grab the opportunity for diving, exploring the underwater world, swimming with whale sharks, meditation, yoga.
