State Maldives - a unique 19 coral atolls in the Indian Ocean as part of the archipelago.These islands are located about 600 km south-west of the Indian subcontinent.It is noteworthy that the Maldives are considered to be the flattest country in the world.The highest point in the state is located on the island of Wheeling (only 2.4 meters above sea level).From storms and tsunamis atolls and barrier reefs protect built artificial breakwaters.
Maldives capital Male
The main city is home to about 100 000 people.This is about 25% of the total population of the state.The capital of this country is unique in its kind.Its peculiarity lies not only in the fact that the city is located on a small island in the middle of the ocean.This place is absolutely not similar to the rest of the island state.Male, capital of Maldives - is a modern metropolis, built skyscrapers that seem to grow out of the ocean.This city is considered the smallest capital in the world, with an area of 2 square kilometers
In this limited area is simply impossible to place all the necessary facilities to ensure citizens' life.In this regard, some of them built on adjacent islands.For example, there is the island airport, the island poultry and even the island where the plant «Coca-Cola».
capital of the Maldives island formerly known as the Sultan, which is associated with the adoption of Islam in the country.In Male you can see the palaces of the sultans, oriental markets and mosques.Very popular fish market, where in the afternoon are going to hundreds of fishing boats with fresh seafood.
in the capital is impossible to get lost, since all its streets are located on three roads.The main transport in Male - bikes.The city is full of hotels.
climate is
equatorial climate in the Maldives, the wet monsoon.For the year will fall about 1800-2500 mm of rainfall, at least this level can reach 5000 mm.Hot weather is kept on the island all year round.The temperature ranges from 25 C to 31 C. The weather in the Maldives in March is warm and sunny.The rainy season in the islands is the period from June to August.On the islands there is a shortage of fresh water.Despite the heavy rains, the water quickly goes into the sand and loose soil, and it happens in wells mineralization.
language and religion
official language of the state - dihveysky, but most locals fluent in English.Prior to the 7th century ADIslanders practiced Buddhism, but later the population converted to Islam.Unlike many other countries, the Maldives this event took place without bloodshed.
Currency
national money in the Maldives - Maldives Rufiyaa.In large stores of the capital, many hotels accept credit cards.
Holidays in the Maldives
in the Maldives minerals are missing, so the main source of replenishment of the treasury - is tourism.The favorable location of the country, combined with beautiful nature and magnificent beaches made the country quite a popular resort.Weather in the Maldives in March and until the rainy season contributes to a great vacation.Atolls, because of its unique underwater world, attracts hundreds of divers.The water in this region is so clear and clean that the bottom can be seen even at a depth of 80 meters.Where you can contemplate the amazing coral reefs, colorful fish, big sea turtles, moray eels, rays and other marine animals.
Rest on the islands as the Maldives is for lovers of amorphous seal pastime.You can rent a bungalow on the water, swim, lie in a hammock and just enjoy the view of the vast ocean.For the most curious tourists offers many excursions.It is possible to visit the uninhabited islands of the archipelago.
Paradise for couples
can say that the Maldives - one of the most romantic places on the planet.Many newlyweds honeymoon choose exactly Maldives.Capital interests them little lovers prefer to bask in the hot white sand, admire the infinite horizon sinenevoy and walk on the cruise boat at sunset.Many hotels for honeymooners provided a large number of additional services.Perhaps the most pleasant of them - it's a romantic dinner under the stars.
should go to the Maldives with children?
If we talk about security, with full confidence we can say that any threat to children in the country from the existence.The air and the sea here is pretty clean, very few cars, dangerous predators and poisonous snakes here, too, does not meet.In addition, the staff treats children very carefully.
But all these advantages, the Maldives have only one drawback - the child may simply be bored here.This resort is designed for quiet measured rest, where there are practically no entertainment centers are not held noisy celebrations and carnivals.Therefore, before you go to the Maldives with a child, first, all carefully weigh.
Attractions
large number of attractions in the resort is not.If you wish to admire the architectural masterpieces, you just do not need to go to the Maldives.The capital alone boasts attractions such as the National Museum, which is located in a small three-storey building, a small art gallery and the National Park Sultan.
should also mention the ancient mosque Huruku bowl.This building dates back to 1656 year.The mosque was built with the help of coral stone, it has a sophisticated finish, and its walls are decorated with various scenes from the Koran.To tourists could get to the mosque, they first need to get permission from an official from the Ministry of Islamic Affairs.However, if visitors are dressed decently, employees of the mosque, usually admit them without prior approval.
Maldivian capital Malé is also a national stadium.There are soccer matches and sometimes cricket.Informal games are available each evening on the sports field near the New Harbor (eastern part of the island).
Nature Reserves
great interest to tourists is Banana Reef.In this maritime region, which is carefully guarded, there is just a little bit: projections, caves, rocks, coral.Among fish sharks, reef fish, moray eels, pikes, snappers.This place is perfect for diving.
In the Maldives, there is another reserve called Fish Head, which is also called Mushimansmingali thali.Fish Head is considered to be a famous place for the dive.It has underwater ledges, caves, black corals and multi-level slopes.From fish in the area inhabited by fusiliers, barracuda and large napoleon.However, the main attraction of the reserve are considered reef sharks.
visa to
Russian tourists who are planning to have called in the country more than 30 days, no visa is required.Guests will be required to fill in a migration card, which will be given directly to the plane.The spine of the document should remain in the hands of the traveler prior to departure from the country.
In addition, there is a certain list of documents to be prepared by anyone who is going to fly to the Maldives.The capital Male and surrounding islands will be available only under the following conditions:
- the guest of the country should be a passport, which expires no later than three months after the end of the day trip;
- a tourist needs to be booked in the hotel;
- the presence of a return ticket and a minimum amount at the rate of not less than 50-70 dollars a day per person.
in the world, probably no place more colorful and unique than the Maldives.The capital and the island state, which were scattered over the ocean, like pearls, attract huge number of tourists.Despite the fact that the resort does not offer nightlife and noisy holidays, there is something more important - only the Maldives every tourist can feel complete relaxation and unity with nature.
