The Maldives Indian Ocean paradise.

The Maldives Indian Ocean paradise.

To be the smallest Asian country. But the beauty of the sea including natural causes such a small island " Maldives " has a long way to go overall . Probably because it is surrounded by the sea and blue sky. As a paradise on the ocean I began to see the beauty of the Maldives and Wilkins . So we have to admire the beauty . And recognize the island " Maldives " , known as the Pearl of the Indian Ocean.

Maldives (Maldives ) or the Republic of Maldives. It is an island in the Indian Ocean in the southwest of India. And west of Sri Lanka with an area of ​​300 square kilometers. They consist of 26 coral islands groups ( atoll ) Total 1,190 islands with a population of only about 200 islands and has become a hotel for about 74 islands is the capital of Maldives Name Male and Native Americans were first inhabitants of the Maldives. Since BC is that Sinhalese Buddhists and Dravidians . The Maldives is an ancient Buddhism is the main religion . Later in the Maldives Ice 12th century converted to Islam 99 percent .
The property also has a wide selection. The uniqueness of the resort in the Maldives is an island in a resort that has a relatively high and that is important if you want to cross the area of ​​the island , you must ask permission. All times are unofficial ideal for people who want to relax .

What to do if visiting the Maldives is a scuba diving and snorkeling. Especially diving to admire the beauty of the underwater world . In addition to the exciting world of skiing then . Underwater, Maldives There are also other interesting dive sites such as the wreck of the steamship wrecked in the past. And became a reef aquarium live coral , large lots , etc. .

The sky is also available in a spectacular waterways. ( Structure of coral rubble deposited in shallow seas. Which comes from the change of the crust. A pond ) beach and reef views shaped ring, is not it ... fishing and canoeing. It is an activity that is equally fascinating .

Another impression of the Maldives, many may be unfamiliar . Is contact with the world, while a fishing village for centuries. No matter what part of the island , it seems the days of your children and the elderly will not have to rush at all. Other attractions in the city of Male , the fish market as the main occupation of the inhabitants of the Maldives is fishing every day there are fresh fish from the sea to reach the market , the bazaar , near the fish market as the source. Include fresh fruits, vegetables .

Miskiiy Huskuru Mosque or Friday Mosque. Chris is building in the 17th century in the year 1656 by Sultan Ibrahim Mosque Iskandhar patterns carved coral and different and is a major Islamic religious ceremony in the Maldives that much. 400 years until a new Islamic cultural center and mosque built in 1984 .

Islamic Cultural Center is a large and important city of Male. The building features a large golden dome , which is the unique architecture of Islam , presidential Mulee - Aage palace was built in 1906 by Sultan Mohamed Shamsuddeen III was used as the home of the President during the year 1953 to 1994 after the creation of a new president. This is a place to work. Or the Presidential Palace and National Museum of Maldives is located in the Sultan Park building was used as a palace. It can be visited daily from 9:00 to 11:40 and 15:00 to 17:40 , except Friday. And the holidays, etc.

Travel to the Maldives is during the summer, which is between December and April. And above all , from February to April . The warm and dry May to November is the season of the southwest monsoon winds blow through . Ask a torrential rain storm , which is often the prices are cheaper than the cost of most other periods between November and March to April. If this is a special moment in itself. I think the transition of the monsoon , which makes the clear water is special. For those wanting to immerse themselves in particular.

Things not to do when in the Maldives.

- Do not bring sand, shells , corals, fish , and what is the nature of the Maldives.

- Being naked in public was illegal

- No fish in the area . If sport fishing enthusiasts If you request information from the station.

- Women should not wear shorts one island in Male . Because in strictly religious matters Local women who dress further.

Ban on imports of the product Maldives.

- The object of the media against Islam .

- Object of Worship

- Publication of pornographic books

- Narcotics

- Pork

Products with import restrictions .

- Weapons and explosives

- Alcohol and alcoholic beverages

- Made of pork and pork products.

- Dogs

- Dangerous Creatures

import goods in the certificate.

- Plant and animal life. That affect health To be certified

- Drugs and prescription drugs . To be certified

- Credit card (credit cards are commonly used Available in the Maldives. )

- Drinking Water

- Mineral water must be purchased in a store. Or buy at supermarkets

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