Take a trip to the Maldives for a perfect tropical vacation. You will get lost in this wonderful place of abundant sun, sea and sand, and feel like staying there forever. Maldives is officially called the Republic of Maldives and it is a tiny island country located in the Indian Ocean. In population terms, it is the smallest country of Asia. Maldives is also the world’s tiniest predominantly Muslim country. Maldives comprises of 26 atolls with about 1,192 islets. Two hundred from the total number of islets are occupied by the local communities. The earliest inhabitants of Maldives were the Dravidians, followed by the Buddhists in the third century BC.
Islam was introduced in the Maldives in 1153 and later, it came under the Portuguese and Dutch rule in the 15th and 16th centuries respectively. Maldives was ruled by the British in late 18th century until its independence in 1965. It formed a republic in the year 1968. Maldives had only 2 Presidents since then. It has seen severe devastation and destruction during the tsunami of 26 December 2004. Maldives is otherwise an extremely peaceful place. Tourism is a strong pillar which supports the economy of Maldives. Fisheries and fishing activities are the other major contributors of Maldives economy.
The tourists will have the most memorable time of their lives in the various luxury resorts on the islands of Maldives. It is a dreamlike experience and you will be transported to a timeless world while relaxing on the palm lined beaches. You can just chill out and laze around on the tranquil beaches or participate actively in the various water based activities. You will thoroughly enjoy the thrills and excitement of scuba diving, snorkeling, underwater diving, coral watching, cruising, boating, fishing, sailing and water scooter rides.
The places of tourist interest include Male’s superb National Museum, historically famous Friday Mosque and Islamic Centre. Male is the capital city of Maldives and you will be able to enjoy the varied pristine islands, beaches, rustic lifestyles, fruit bazaars, fish markets, local markets and firewood market. You will get an interesting insight into the lives, culture and cuisines of the local people. You can also take a pleasing jog in the jogging track along the seaside. Male provides with good taxi service that is reasonably priced. There are many international airlines operating flights to Maldives. Maldives enjoys a warm and sunny tropical climate, which is an added boon.
The tourists can take a peek into the various cottage industries specializing in traditional crafts like lacquer work, mat weaving, coir rope and handicrafts. Maldives is endowed with sparkling and dazzling beaches like the Nika, Kuda Bandos Island, Cocoa Island and Banyan Tree Island. Maldives provides with excellent spa facilities and the tourists can rejuvenate themselves with the refreshing therapies. Visitors will have an unforgettable experience of the varied marine life in and around Maldives. You will be stunned to see the whales, sharks, manta rays, whale sharks, octopus, eels, turtles and sea anemones. Maldives has the special facility of 30 days free visa to all visitors on arrival.
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