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One of the two freshwater lakes, the Dhadimagi Kilhi finds itself in the Fuvahmulah Atoll of Maldives. Covering an area of 6.37 hectares, the pictureque lake is the island nation's second largest lake in terms of volume. Surrounded by lush green vegetation of ferns and reeds, Dhadimagi Kilhi is the most visited lake for swimming because of the calm water.

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Just 35 minutes away from Male, Huraa Island is located on the Kaafu Atoll of the Maldives. With a population of around 600 people, this island is perfect for those looking for an authentic Maldivian beach holiday. Bikini Beach is also found on Huraa Island.

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Located in the central Maldives, Mahibadhoo is the capital of Alif Dhaal Atoll. It is one of the country’s smaller islands at 8 hectares and has a population of around 2,000 people. Despite this, it remains a beautiful island off the beaten path to visit for water sports opportunities like swimming, diving, snorkelling, canoeing, and surfing.

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Dhiffushi Island in Kaafu Atoll is the easternmost inhabited island in the Maldives which is popular for its breathtaking sunrises before the rest of the country. Just 36 kilometres northeast of the capital city Male, the island is just 0.2 kilometres wide with a population of fewer than 1,500 people.

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The bioluminescent beach on Vaadhoo Island of Maldives is a tropical paradise in Raa Atoll, famous for its glow-in-the-dark waves. A biological phenomenon causes the water to emit a bright blue light at night, giving the beach an ethereal look. This makes Vadhoo a worthy destination for honeymooners and adventure seekers.

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Located in the backstreets of the Male town is the tomb of Maldives' national hero, Mohammed Thakurufaanu Al-Auzam who liberated the nation from the Portuguese colonial rule. The tomb is visited by many to pay respect to one of the greatest rulers of Maldivian islands.

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Located in Vaavu Atoll, Felidhu is an inhabited island in central Maldives that is popular for water sports like diving, snorkelling, and dive safaris. There are 26 deep current channels called ‘kundus’ to the east of the island that make it suitable all year round for diving and spotting sharks, turtles, and manta rays.

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Taking the lead among the five islands of Faafu Atoll, Nilandhoo Island is the capital of the former. The isle remains high in importance for it has Foah'mathi, a historical place, which is believed to have a Buddhist temple beneath it.

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Having the largest Mangrove vegetation, Landhoo island finds itself on the Southern Miladhunmadulhu Atoll. It is yet another island which boasts of being a centre of Buddhist History in the Maldives. Landhoo Island is a blend of interesting stories and a bundle full of cultural knowledge.

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Thoondu Beach in north Fuvahmalah Island is a hugely popular beach destination in the Maldives. Hundreds of people visit it every day and the number doubles during peak travel season. The strong currents may it a dangerous place to swim, but the appeal of the beach lies in its beauty and surfing opportunities.

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Mathiveri Island is one of the eight inhabited islands in Alif Alif Atoll in the western Maldives. It is popular for its three beaches and water sports opportunities like wakeboarding, diving, snorkelling, and dolphin and manta ray watching. It has a gorgeous reef that’s ideal for fishing as well. Just 84 kilometres from Male, it is connected via ferry, speedboat, and even seaplane.

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Funadhoo Island is the former capital of Shaviyani Atoll in north Maldives. Its name is derived from the local ‘funa’ flower that is indigenous to the country. The island is still developing and does not have many modern amenities, but it remains a great location for swimming and snorkelling.

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Alimatha is one of the most popular islands of the Maldives that excites the tourists with its unmatched greenery and clear waters. It is located atop Vaavu Atoll, about 40 miles off the nearest international airport. It is also a recognized SCUBA diving spot of International acclaim. Miyaru Kandu, a world-renowned dive site is located here as well making it an added attraction for the tourists.

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The Nalaguraidhoo Beach located on the South Ari Atoll happens to be one of the most popular beaches across the Maldivian islands. The island, also similarly named, is about 62 kilometres away from the International Airport at Male.

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Kondey is a historically significant island of the Northern Huvadhu Atoll in the Maldives. Famous for its four antique Buddhist hawittas (prayer mounds) and a beautiful coral garden off the coast, Kondey is an ideal spot for divers and history buffs alike. The Buddhist stupas and Hindu statues on the island are more than a thousand years old.

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Located in the Haa Dhaalu Atoll, Hanimadhoo is one of the largest inhabited islands of Maldives. It stretches over a length of 7 km, with the broadest part of the land being only 750 metres. One side of Hanimadhoo is surrounded by a beach along the periphery, while the other side has house reefs. Hanimadhoo is famous for snorkelling, scuba diving, night fishing, dolphin spotting and kayaking.

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Constructed on a Private Beach, your stay at Lily Beach Resort is bound to be luxurious, allowing you to live a king’s life. A 20 minutes seaplane ride from Male, the resort holds breathtaking views of nature and the tortoise crystal clear Indian Ocean around the resort will soothe you to the core. The pristine beach and a few days amidst the natural vegetation will sway you to the vagabond life we all wish to live once.

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Nestled between lush green palm trees, Kandolhu Island Beach is 70 Kilometres away from south of Male’ near North Ari Atol. The white sand glitters next to the bay that is home to many exquisite coral reefs and species. Kandolhu Resort has 30 villas that come in with trendy architecture and facilities that will give an experience of a lifetime. Activities like snorkelling, deep-sea diving, surfing are always at disposal for concocting a stay that brims with memories.

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Clubbed between surreal blue waters and the greens, Mirihi Island Resort is a 30-minute waterplane ride from Malé. A prime location for witnessing the splendor of whale watching and to live with nature. The rooms in the resort come with breathtaking views and the immensely supportive and friendly staff is an icing on the cake.

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Kurumba Maldives is the very first resort located just 10 minutes from the airport that also has luxury speedboat travel service available 24/7. A perfect getaway from the hustle and bustle of life, Kurumba beach allows you to explore the beauty of the coral reefs, laze on the white sand, indulge in a relaxing Maldivian Spa and take a dip in the crystal clear lagoon.

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Utheemu Ganduvaru is the birthplace and historic house of Sultan Mohmed Thakrufaanu. He was one of the rulers of the Utheemu Dynasty who is remembered for the massive resistance he unleashed against the Portuguese colonisers during the 16th Century. Utheemu Ganduvaru is located in the Haa Alif Atoll in the northern Maldives.

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A prime destination in the Upper North Province of Maldives that attracts loads of tourists. Located in Kanditheemu which is an inhabited island, the location stands to be a major tourist spot in the country.

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One of the most historical places located in the city of Fuvahmulah. It is one of the inhabited islands where the inhabitants tend to speak a different kind of dialect. Though not many details are available about the island, Vasho Veyo serves as an essential site for gathering information.

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At the northernmost tip of the Atoll, Isdhoo Buddhist Stupas is the ideal location for tracing the history of the Buddhist in the Maldives. The place is filled with ruins of Buddhist Stupas as a lot of them were destroyed and replaced with mosques after the country’s conversion to Islam. This place became a major tourist spot after Buddhist images and artefacts were unearthed from the island.

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This historic landmark was constructed in 1789 and has a fascinating history attached to it. Also known as the ‘Travelling Mosque’ this religious stories mosque was moved to numerous locations by the rulers. The intricate architecture becomes the reason of its admiration, and the structure created on a coral foundation that has engraved wooden pillars for support.

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This place again lays evidence of Buddhism as a culture that once flourished in the Maldives. The site was discovered recently in the 1950s, and retains ruins of Buddhist artefacts. Presently the area holds temple wrecks, roman coins and some silver relics from the ancient times. A Buddhist statue buried in the nearby area is a clear hint that Buddhism was practised long back in the country.

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Although the exact date of the construction of this mosque remains a mystery, the place holds close connections to Mohammed Thakurufaanu, the former ruler of the Maldives Island from 1573 to 1585 AD. Located in Haa Alifu Atoll, it is believed that Thakurufaanu offered prayers here during his nonage and Mohanned Thakurufaanu's father was also buried in the cemetery present on the grounds of the mosque.

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Constructed on the Gan Island in Addi Atoll, this place was established to pay homage to the British soldiers who died while serving in the Royal Air Force from 1941 to 1971. This iconic place also has cannons from World War 2 that are placed facing the Memorial to safeguard it.

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On the island of Nilandho stands second oldest mosque of the Maldives, which is rumoured to have been constructed by the founders of the country. The mosque was built from the ruins of the Hindu Temples in the 12th Century and has Arabic scriptures chiselled on the walls. An excellent place for history enthusiasts and for people who have an eye for architecture.

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t was primarily the construction of this mosque that veered the history of Maldives. The oldest mosque built in the country, Darumavanta Rasgefanu is a landmark destination. The mosque is named after the ruler himself who ruled the country during the conversion period from Buddhism to Islam and with the residents converted his religion.

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The tomb site of Ali Rasgefaanu Ziyaaraiy, who is also popularly known as King Ali VI. The tomb unravels the heart wrenching and gritty tale of Ali Rasgefaanu, who for his exceptional National service, will always hold a special place in the heart of the locals in the Maldives. It was after his execution in the 16th Century that Portuguese rule got instituted in the country.

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A recently discovered archaeological site on the island of Kashidhoo. The site holds immense significance as a historical place and is predicted to be a former Buddhist Monastery. Used at the time of the pre-Islamic era during the 7th and 8th Century, the place sheds light on the Buddhist history of Maldives. Currently, excavations and research are in progress for unfolding more details about this site.

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This tomb is an essential site of attraction for tourists and is located in the South of Ari Atolls. The tomb was built for Sultan Ibrahim III, a ruler of the Maldives who was killed during a foreign invasion. Sultan Ibrahim III is popularly remembered for using a sunshade on his throne, and is credited for establishing the same trend.

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A one of its kind resort, situated in the heart of the UNESCO Biosphere, Milaidhoo Resort is close the Hanifary Bay, and is 126 Kilometres away from Male. The resort has its own coral reef area and is vouched as the best snorkelling and diving site. The abundant tropical greenery is bound to leave you in awe and sparkling sand by the bay adds to the picturesque.

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A small Island close to Male, set in a jade green stretch of palms trees. The Baros Island resort is created from sandstone and timber and is bundled amidst the exotic flora laid discreetly near a translucent bay. Bask in a perfect romantic getaway in the heart of Baros that redines the experience of Maldives.

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Neslted near South Male Atoll, Olhuveli Beach Resort offers a delectable getaway from the hustle and bustle of life, with 2 infinity pools and sparkling white sand. Embellished with tinted wood and exquisite architecture, the luxurious villas and appeasing Maldivian Spa at the resort are the soothing pills we want to have for a vacation of a lifetime.

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A 5-star getaway within the periphery of Madivaru and Madivaru Beyru Dive Site, the exotic view of the lagoon and dramatic sunsets at the resort are mandatory for a tropical vacation. A speedboat ride from the Male Airport, Vivanta Coral Reef by Taj will revamp your holiday experience to the core for the ideal escape at the luxurious villas.

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All the surfers, adventurers in the house, the Mulah Surf Camp will enliven your holiday experience. The Camp serves the traditional Maldivian dishes to revel in the Maldivian Culture. Also, a pool of adventure activities aligned for the guests are perfect for an eccentric escape in the Tropics.

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Bask in the soothing natural beauty of Maldives at Vella Private Island. The luxurious Villas are placed near vast stretch of shimmery white sand or are facing the enchanting turquoise water of the lagoon. If golf is what you live for then this resort will give you a resplendent time to adorn your skills and a golfing experience like no other.

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Sail along the tranquil waves of the Indian Ocean and absorb the magical views of the marine ecosystem. The Catamaran Island Camp will give you an unforgettable experience in a Catamaran, which becomes an ideal activity to add to your bucket list when in the tropical paradise.

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Dive in the crystal clear waters of the Maldives to unleash the wonders that await you in the ocean. The beauty of the coral reefs and the marine lifestyle will captivate you to the core. Whether you are with your family or travelling solo, Divemakers Maldives Camp will help you indulge in a diving experience like no other.

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A 60 minutes drive from Velana, Camping island Maldives Villa provides the guests with complimentary parking spots and an enormous sunbathing terrace that also holds scenic views for comfort. Guests at the place can enjoy recreational activities like windsurfing, snorkelling ad darts for a cherishable getaway.

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Slivered on the eastern part of Maldives, Kuredo Golf Club is nestled amidst lush greenery that will give a golfing experience that brims with peace and ecstasy. The resort has a full-size driving range, and along with a luxurious stay, the trendsetting recreational activities will only enhance the stunning getaway at the resort.

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Located on Nalaguraidhoo Island, Sun Island Resort Golf Course is 107 Kilometres South from Male. The biggest resort in the Maldives, with unmatchable facilities and excellent value for money. Depart to an exotic place with endearing moments of both adventure and relaxation, the stay at this gem of Maldives will concoct the dreamy vacation we all desire once in a lifetime.

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The only resort in the Maldives that boasts a nine-hole golf course, Golf Course Shangri-la Resort will give you the golfing experience of a lifetime. The resort not just caters to people inclined towards golf but also has a massive clubhouse and stunning views of the Indian Ocean.

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The first resort that opened a nine-hole pitch and putts golf course in the Maldives on November 1, 2009. Located in the centre of the Island, the golf course is constructed on a 21,000 square feet area and comes with world-class golf equipment and facilities.

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The second-largest urban area of Maldives, the city consists of inhabited islands and is situated in the southernmost atoll of the archipelago. Apart from Male- the capital, only Addu city holds the urban ‘city’ title in the country.

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Located in the heart of Alif Atol in the north. The eccentric location of the island paves the way for a beautiful marine life for the tourists. The island is perfect to explore the coral reefs and the equatorial fishes. The place is far from the capital Male and hence still holds the rustic Maldivian touch for tourists to experience.

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The Seventh-day Adventist Church is a Protestant Christian denomination in the country. Its observance of Saturday distinguishes it from the other churches present here.

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The Evangelical Body of Christians is based in Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States. This church is amongst the few churches present in and around the country of the Maldives.