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Thousands of ‘Robinson Crusoe’ islands,
sun, sand and sea surrounded by
massive lagoons with different depths and
infinite shades of blue and turquoise,
dazzling underwater coral gardens; a
perfect natural combination for the ideal
tropical holiday destination.
sun, sand and sea surrounded by
massive lagoons with different depths and
infinite shades of blue and turquoise,
dazzling underwater coral gardens; a
perfect natural combination for the ideal
tropical holiday destination.
On the equator, Southwest of Sri Lanka.
1,190 coral islands,makes up an
archipelago of 26 major atolls. 820
kilometres, north to south and 120
kilometres east to west. 202 are inhabited,
87 are exclusive resort islands.
1,190 coral islands,makes up an
archipelago of 26 major atolls. 820
kilometres, north to south and 120
kilometres east to west. 202 are inhabited,
87 are exclusive resort islands.
Generally warm and humid. Sun shines all year through. Average temperature around 29 - 32 degrees
Celsius.
Celsius.
Dress is generally casual. T-shirts and cotton clothing are most suitable. In Male’, the capital island and
other inhabited islands it is recommended that women wear modest clothing without baring too much.
other inhabited islands it is recommended that women wear modest clothing without baring too much.
300,000 since 2006. Origin of the Maldivians is not known, but history reveals that the islands have
been populated for over 3,000 years ago. Early settlers were travelers on the Silk Route and from the
Indus Valley Civilization. Inherently warm, friendly and hospitable by nature, it is easy to feel
comfortable and relaxed with a Maldivian.
been populated for over 3,000 years ago. Early settlers were travelers on the Silk Route and from the
Indus Valley Civilization. Inherently warm, friendly and hospitable by nature, it is easy to feel
comfortable and relaxed with a Maldivian.
A proud history and rich culture evolved from the first settlers who were from various parts of the world
traveling the seas in ancient times. The Maldives has been a melting pot of different cultures as
people from different parts of the world came here and settled down. Some of the local music and
dance for instance resemble African influences, with hand beating of drums and songs in a language
that is not known to any but certainly represents that of East African countries. As one would expect
there is a great South Asian influence in some of the music and dancing and especially in the
traditional food of the Maldivians. However many of the South Asian customs especially with regard to
women - for instance the Sub Continent’s tradition of secluding women from public view - are not
tenets of life here. In fact women play a major role in society - not surprising considering the fact men
spend the whole day out at sea fishing. Many of the traditions are strongly related to the seas and the
fact that life is dependent on the seas around us
traveling the seas in ancient times. The Maldives has been a melting pot of different cultures as
people from different parts of the world came here and settled down. Some of the local music and
dance for instance resemble African influences, with hand beating of drums and songs in a language
that is not known to any but certainly represents that of East African countries. As one would expect
there is a great South Asian influence in some of the music and dancing and especially in the
traditional food of the Maldivians. However many of the South Asian customs especially with regard to
women - for instance the Sub Continent’s tradition of secluding women from public view - are not
tenets of life here. In fact women play a major role in society - not surprising considering the fact men
spend the whole day out at sea fishing. Many of the traditions are strongly related to the seas and the
fact that life is dependent on the seas around us
Dhivehi is the language spoken in all parts of the Maldives. English is widely spoken by Maldivians
and visitors can easily make themselves understood getting around the capital island. In the
resorts, a variety of languages are spoken by the staff including English, German, French, Italian
and Japanese.
and visitors can easily make themselves understood getting around the capital island. In the
resorts, a variety of languages are spoken by the staff including English, German, French, Italian
and Japanese.
The Maldivian currency is the Rufiyaa and Laaree. The exchange rate for US Dollar at the time of writing
is MRf.11.82 for the dollar. One Rufiyaa is equivalent to 100 laarees. Rufiyaa bank notes come in
denominations of 5, 10, 20, 50, 100 and 500. Coins are in the denominations of MRf.2.00, MRf.1.00, 50
laarees, 20, 10, 5, 2 and 1 laaree. The US Dollar is the most commonly used foreign currency.
Payments in the resorts and hotels can be made in most hard currency in cash, travelers’ cheques or
credit cards. Commonly used credit cards are American Express, Visa, Master Card, Diners Club, JCB
and Euro Card.
is MRf.11.82 for the dollar. One Rufiyaa is equivalent to 100 laarees. Rufiyaa bank notes come in
denominations of 5, 10, 20, 50, 100 and 500. Coins are in the denominations of MRf.2.00, MRf.1.00, 50
laarees, 20, 10, 5, 2 and 1 laaree. The US Dollar is the most commonly used foreign currency.
Payments in the resorts and hotels can be made in most hard currency in cash, travelers’ cheques or
credit cards. Commonly used credit cards are American Express, Visa, Master Card, Diners Club, JCB
and Euro Card.
The Maldives economy has been growing at an annual average of 10% for the past two decades.
Tourism is the main industry, contributing close to 20% of the GDP. Fisheries and trade follow close
behind. The Maldivian economy is regarded as exemplary in the region and welcomes foreign
investment.
Tourism is the main industry, contributing close to 20% of the GDP. Fisheries and trade follow close
behind. The Maldivian economy is regarded as exemplary in the region and welcomes foreign
investment.
The functional literacy rate is 98%. Educational standards are among the highest in the region and
schools follow the British system of education.
schools follow the British system of education.
Health care facilities are improving almost on a daily basis. The Indhira Gandhi Memorial Hospital
(IGMH) in Male’ is the biggest hospital in the country providing sophisticated medical care. ADK
Hospital is the biggest private health care facility and follows high medical standards. Some resorts
have in-house doctors. A decompression chamber is within easy reach of most resorts in case of a
diving emergency.
(IGMH) in Male’ is the biggest hospital in the country providing sophisticated medical care. ADK
Hospital is the biggest private health care facility and follows high medical standards. Some resorts
have in-house doctors. A decompression chamber is within easy reach of most resorts in case of a
diving emergency.
Electricity The electric system is 230-240 Volts -AC
Business Hours From Sunday to Thursday 7.30 - 14.30 in the government sector and generally from
9.00 to 5.00 in the private sector, although most offices in the private sector open for a half day on
Saturday. Weekend falls on Friday and Saturday.
9.00 to 5.00 in the private sector, although most offices in the private sector open for a half day on
Saturday. Weekend falls on Friday and Saturday.
Communication Up-to-date technology and international satellite links allow Maldives to have a
sophisticated communications system. IDD facilities are available on all resorts and card phones are
available on all inhabited islands.
sophisticated communications system. IDD facilities are available on all resorts and card phones are
available on all inhabited islands.
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Electricity The electric system is 230-240 Volts -AC
Business Hours From Sunday to Thursday 7.30 - 14.30 in the government sector and generally from
9.00 to 5.00 in the private sector, although most offices in the private sector open for a half day on
Saturday. Weekend falls on Friday and Saturday.
9.00 to 5.00 in the private sector, although most offices in the private sector open for a half day on
Saturday. Weekend falls on Friday and Saturday.
Communication Up-to-date technology and international satellite links allow Maldives to have a
sophisticated communications system. IDD facilities are available on all resorts and card phones are
available on all inhabited islands.
sophisticated communications system. IDD facilities are available on all resorts and card phones are
available on all inhabited islands.
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Maldives communication
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