Maldives Islands

Maldives Islands comprise a group of small and big islands. All these islands make Maldives one of the most popular tourist destinations across the world.

Maldives islands can be broadly categorized into inhabited islands, uninhabited islands, and disappeared islands. Inhabited islands are those islands that are formally distinguished as villages, cities, towns, agricultural and fishing areas with human habitation. Uninhabited islands are those that don’t have any human habitation. On certain occasions, they are used for industrial and farming purposes. Disappeared islands are those islands that have submerged into the water or worn away. The

prominent Maldives Islands

are as follows:

Male

Male is the capital of Maldives. It is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Asia. This densely populated city is home to a number of tourist attractions like the Old Friday Mosque (Hukuru Miskiiy), Mulee Aage Palace, Esjehi Art Gallery, Grand Friday Mosque, National Museum, National Art Gallery, Jumhooree Maidan, and Male Fish Market. The picturesque beaches of Male are also popular tourist draws. Male is one of the principal administrative districts of the Republic of Maldives. It is situated on the southern side of Kaafu Atoll or North Male Atoll. The headquarters of Maldivian, the national airline of the country, are located in this city. The city of Male comprises six segments and four of them are located on Male Island and they are Galolhu, Henveiru, Macchangolhi, and Maafannu. The neighboring island of Vilingili is the fifth segment. Previously, this was a tourist resort. The sixth segment is Hulhumale, which is an artificial island. Male is the main commercial and educational hub of the country.

Sun Island

Sun Island is one of the famous islands in Maldives. The Sun Island Resort is one of the most deluxe resorts in the country. The island is one of the magnificent sights on the Indian Ocean. It is a part of the Ari Atoll. The serene ambience of the island draws a considerable number of tourists round the year. The island resort features a modern restaurant and a number of stylish villas and bungalows. It is a perfect vacation spot for families and romantic couples. There is an Italian restaurant, which serves exotic Italian cuisine and various dining venues that serve fresh seafood.

Rangali Island

Rangali Island is a picturesque island in the Maldives. The island is famous for its seacoasts, lagoons, and other natural beauties. While you visit this beautiful place, you can participate in a variety of thrilling activities such as scuba diving, snorkeling, parasailing, fishing, and dolphin watching.

Paradise Island

Paradise Island is one of the largest islands in Maldives. The island spans an area of around one km. It is located in the northern part of Maldives. The island also has a resort, which is known as Paradise Island Resort. The resort was opened in 1994. Paradise Island is famous for beautiful sea beaches and a wide variety of marine life. The resort is the third biggest resort in the Maldives and offers 5-Star accommodation and dining facilities to the tourists. The multi-cuisine restaurant located at the resort offers a variety of mouthwatering international cuisines. The resort also offers abundant recreational facilities.

Kuredu Island

Kuredu Island ranks among the biggest islands in the country. The beach bungalows and beach villas in this island are simply amazing. The island is also a resort and Kuredu Island Resort is one of the most popular resorts in Maldives. The pristine sandy beaches of Kuredu Island are the principal attractions for tourists. Seaplane flights are available from the Male International Airport to Kuredu Island. This ride gives you the opportunity to explore the picturesque features of the Indian Ocean. The island is also home to a number of exciting adventure sports and recreational activities. You can play golf or take part in snorkeling, diving, jet skiing, wakeboarding, and windsurfing. The island resort also offers top-class accommodation and dining facilities to the guests. You will also enjoy the vibrant nightlife of the place.

Hulhule Island

Hulhule is an island situated in the North Male Atoll. The island enjoys its proximity to the capital of the country. The Male International Airport is situated on the Hulhule island and this is the reason why Hulhule is called the airport island. Aside from the airport, there are some important offices on the island like Maldivian Bureau of Meteorology. The airport operates a range of international holiday charter flights (usually European). Many scheduled airlines such as Qatar Air, Emirates, Malaysian Airlines, Singapore Airlines, and Air Sri Lanka offer flights to and from Male. Other than operating as a domestic and international airport, Hulhule also houses the seaplane terminal run by both Trans Maldivian Airways and Maldivian Air Taxi. Hulhule Island works as a center for tourists who want to board a domestic flight to the more expensive atolls, for example Laamu.

Prior to the construction of the airport, the island was the habitation of the indigenous Giraavaru people. In 1968, they were compelled to leave their inherited houses on Giraavaru Island because of an Islamic ruling that did not accept groups with less than 40 adult male individuals who could make a gathering at the Friday prayers. The inhabitants of Giraavaru were shipped across the atoll to Hulhule Island. At the time of the expansion of the airport, they were moved across to Male and domiciled in some areas in newly developed regions in the Maafannu district.
The Hulhule Island Hotel is a famous hotel, situated on the island. It is more popular for passengers staying overnight than resort hotels.

Gan Island

Gan Island is famous for the Gan International Airport. It is one of the largest islands in the country. The island is known for its diverse variety of flora and fauna. A number of international and domestic airlines fly from this island, which include Maldivian (the national airline), Trans Maldivian Airways, and Blue Panorama.

Fuvahmulah Island

Fuvahmulah is a big island in the country. The people of Fuvahmulah converse in the Mulaki baha language, which is a vernacular of the Dhivehi language. This island is an administrative district of Maldives. The principal tourist destinations in Fuvahmulah Island are Dhadimago, Dhiguvāndo, Hōdhado, Mādhado, and Mālegan.

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