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Maldives
Unrivaled luxury, stunning white-sand beaches and a dazzling underwater world make Maldives an obvious choice for a true holiday of a lifetime.
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Male
This is the oldest mosque in the country, dating from 1656. It’s a beautiful structure made from coral stone into which intricate decoration and Quranic…
Male
Maldives' National Museum may be a ferociously ugly building gifted by China, but it nevertheless contains a well-labelled collection of historic…
Male
The golden dome of this impressive modern mosque dominates the skyline of Male and has become something of a symbol for the city. Opened in 1984 and built…
China-Maldives Friendship Bridge
Male
This incredibly impressive piece of engineering connects Male to the airport island of Hulhule, but unlike most of the causeways connecting islands…
Male
Although the squeamish may well object to the buckets of entrails or the very public gutting of fish going on all around, the Fish Market should not be…
Southern Atolls
At the northeastern tip of the atoll, the interesting island of Isdhoo is home to a hawitta (ancient artificial mound). Buddha images have been found on…
Southern Atolls
This traditional, largely agricultural island is notable for its four ancient hawittas (Buddhist prayer mounds). Norwegian ethnographer Thor Heyerdahl…
Male
Muleeaage was built as a palace for the sultan in the early 20th century, though he was deposed before he could move in and the building was used for…
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Resorts in the Maldives take luxury to new heights, true – but when you venture beyond your villa you’ll find once-in-a-lifetime adventures.
Read articleThings to Know
Honeymoon hot spot, popular family getaway and stunning island nation, plan your visit to the Maldives with this guide to etiquette, money and transport.
Read articleTransportation
From public buses to private seaplanes and luxury yachts, here’s how to get around in the Maldives.
Read articleVisa Requirements
Before you book your trip to the Maldives, it’s important to have all the correct documents. Here's what you need to know about visas.
Read articleMoney and Costs
The Maldives is not a cheap place to visit, but there are ways to make your money stretch further. Here are our top budget tips.
Read articleTraveling with Kids
With gorgeous coasts and amazing underwater worlds, the Maldives is a natural playground for kids of all ages.
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