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About Maldives

Maldives the Republic of Maldives, is an archipelagic country in the Indian subcontinent of Asia, situated in the Indian Ocean. Maldives is one of the world's most geographically dispersed sovereign states as well as the smallest Asian country by land area and, with around 557,751 inhabitants, the 2nd least populous country in Asia. Malé is the capital and the most populated city, traditionally called the "King's Island" where the ancient royal dynasties ruled for its central location.

Geography

The Maldives consists of 1,192 coral islands grouped in a double chain of 26 atolls, that stretch along a length of 871 kilometres (541 miles) north to south, 130 kilometres (81 miles) east to west, spread over roughly 90,000 square kilometres (35,000 sq mi), of which only 298 km2 (115 sq mi) is dry land, making this one of the world's most dispersed countries. It lies between latitudes 1°S and 8°N, and longitudes 72° and 74°E. The atolls are composed of live coral reefs and sand bars, situated atop a submarine ridge 960 kilometres (600 mi) long that rises abruptly from the depths of the Indian Ocean and runs north to south.

Climate

The Maldives has a tropical monsoon climate (Am) under the Köppen climate classification, which is affected by the large landmass of South Asia to the north. Because the Maldives has the lowest elevation of any country in the world, the temperature is constantly hot and often humid. The presence of this landmass causes differential heating of land and water. These factors set off a rush of moisture-rich air from the Indian Ocean over South Asia, resulting in the southwest monsoon. Two seasons dominate Maldives' weather: the dry season associated with the winter northeastern monsoon and the rainy season associated with the southwest monsoon which brings strong winds and storms

Scuba Diving

The Maldives is one of the premier scuba diving destinations on earth and if there is one place you need to give it a try, it’s here. There are many affordable PADI dive centers where you can take a discovery dive if you are not certified, or sign up for several dive options to one of the many reefs.The Maldives has an abundance of marine life for its stingrays, whale shark migration, reef sharks and sea turtles. The crystal clear blue waters offer incredible visibility and there’s no need for a wetsuit here, the water’s warm and inviting. This was definitely one of our favorite things to do in Maldives.

Snorkeling

If diving isn’t your thing, snorkeling is a great option. The reefs are so pristine in the Maldives that you don’t have to go deep to see a lot!.Snorkeling is truly one of the best things to do in the Maldives

Water Sport

Maldives is one of the best destination to experience the water spprt.The gorgeous island country is home to impeccable beaches hosting enthralling water sports adventures. Here’s a list of the best water sports in Maldives to enjoy on your trip to the beautiful islands.

  • Wakeboarding
  • Flyboarding
  • Fun Tubing
  • Parasailing
  • Windsurfing
  • Catamaran Sailing
  • Kayaking

Dolphin Watching

A holiday of a life time in an exotic beach destination such as Maldives may not be complete without a dolphin watching trip. Many resorts in the Maldives offer dolphin watching trips and it is one of the most popular excursions among the tourists. Meemu Atoll is one of the best dolphin spots in the Maldives. Better the weather is, a better chance of seeing dolphins. In this point the dolphins are very friendly, usually follow the boat and perform high jumps if you clap and applause. Believe it or not, dolphins got a great sense of humor.

Honeymoon Tours

The Maldives universally remains a top honeymoon destination due to its unique setting as a special piece of paradise in the middle of the warm Indian Ocean. For most people, it is far, far away from the maddening crowd, where you escape from the rush of the wedding and take time to rest, destress and enjoy one another

Scenic Flight over Maldives Islands

The Maldives is one of the most isolated groups of islands in the world. Seaplane tour Maldives allows the best bird's-eye view of this lovely archipelago in the Indian Ocean. The Maldives are one of the less frequently visited groups of islands in the world. It is one of the easiest destinations you could plan for keeping in mind the reachability, expenses and value for money in return. Taking a ride on a seaplane in Maldives is a mixture of excitement and breathtaking encounters with the beauty of Maldivian islands and beaches. A seaplane excursion in Maldives is more than a treat you could ask for as you get a total bird’s eye view of the islands, sandbars, and lagoons. Tourists can watch the main attractions of Maldives such as Hulhumale Island and Male Island from a different point of view.

Place to visit in Maldives

  • Male City
  • COMO Cocoa Island
  • Vaadhoo Island
  • Addu Atoll
  • Addu City
  • Fulhadhoo Island
  • Kayaking

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