1、Welcome to Maldives,Maldives,1. Introduction. Citys. 3. Scenic Sports & Recreation in Maldives 4. Food & Drink. 5. Hotels & Resorts. 6. custom.,Recommend:,Maldives is a republic country of South Asia, situated in the India Ocean. It consists of approximately 1,190 coral islands , spread along the no
2、rth-south direction over roughly 90,000 square kilometers, with about 200 inhabited islands，about 90 islands developed as tourist resorts, and the rest uninhabited or used for agriculture and other livelihood purposes, making this one of the most dispersed countries in the world. The Maldives is the
3、 smallest Asian country in both population and land area with the total land area of 298 sq km and the population of around 301, 475. 99% of the Maldives is made up of sea. Male is the capital of Maldives.,Weather and Climate:,The Maldives has a hot tropical climate and weather in here is generally
4、warm and humid. Sun shines all year through. The best time to go Maldives is November to April.,Language in Maldives:,The official language is Maldivian Divehi(迪维希语), but English is widely spoken.,Citys and Island,Male Sun Island Olhuveli Beach & Spa Resort Thulhagiri Island Resort Atlantis Paradise
5、 Island Sheraton Full Moon Island,Male,Sun Island,Olhuveli Beach & Spa Resort,Thulhagiri Island Resort,Atlantis Paradise Island,Sheraton Full Moon Island,National Museum,The National Museum is a must see place in Male situated in the Sultans Park. It exhibits hosts of items of pre colonial and colon
6、ial era showcasing the rich cultural heritage of Maldives. On Friday and national holidays, the National Museum remains close and on remaining days it opens from 9:00 am to 11:40 am and from 3:00 pm to 5:40 pm.,Hukuru Miskiiy,Hukuru Miskiiy with its eminent golden dome, also known as the Friday Mosq
7、ue is a magnificent -17th C structure reflecting the breathtaking architecture in bygone age.,Male Fish Market,Male Fish Market is a prime commercial center of Male. The place is always overcrowded with travelers and locals hovering on shops offering variety of products.,Sports & Recreation,Windsurf
8、ing, water skiing, jet skiing, speed boating and parasailing are other options for water sports in Maldives. Besides, night fishing is also a popular water sport in Maldives.,Imagine that you wake up beside your loved one and feel the cool sea breeze caressing your face. You rise and run down to the
9、 beach, and the clean white sand is warm under your feet. You splash into the sea and feel the waves surging around you, as you frolic in the clear blue water of India Ocean, on your honeymoon in Maldives.,clean white sand,Scuba Diving in Maldives,Maldives is rated among the best scuba diving destin
10、ations in the world. Scuba diving is an activity in which you swim underwater for extended periods by using Self-Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus. The crystal clear water gives divers a clear view of the underwater coral gardens and brightly colored fish swimming around them.,Surfing in Mald
11、ives：,Surfing in Maldives has been increasingly gaining popularity and if you have a try you will have an ultimate experience of visiting the tropical island paradise.,Spa Holidays in Maldives,The healthful environment of the Maldives makes it an ideal spa holiday destination. Come and rejuvenate yo
12、urself on spa holidays in the Maldives.Many of the beach resorts in the Maldives have world-class spa facilities and offer a complete range of body rejuvenation treatments. With the wonderful environment, youre sure to find peace of mind and a younger and fitter body after spa holidays in Maldives.,
13、specialities food:, Seafood such as tuna, grouper, octopus, and swordfish is widely available. Snacks like Gula(fishballs) Kuli Boakiba Foni Boakiba, and Dhufaa Echetai,drinks:, Kiru Sarbat（a kind of sweet-milk drink）. Toddy (a sweet-scented drink which is tapped from palm trees Maldives lady.(a kin
14、d of local strong, mellow mixed cocktail .Bars in each tourist island has different formulations in order to mix this cocktail. When visiting the Maldives, do not miss this wine without alcohol.),hotel,water house,Hotel prices are usually divided into two: one price includes breakfast and lunch or d
15、inner, and the other price includes three meals a day.,Amongst its numerous islands:,For short distances: the most common method of moving from one island to another island is by boat. These boats can be hired for a single trip or for the whole day. For longer distances:You can avail the sea plane o
16、r the helicopter taxis. The seaplane tours in Maldives are a unique feature of the country and the best method to take a complete tour of the country. Other means of transportation include speedboats and launches.,custom The Maldives swimming naked is illegal. Women travel must wear shirts,covering
17、their bodies,and men cannot wear shorts. Tourism in the Maldives is carefully managed. The countrys tourism master plan identifies both the underwater environment and the intrepid explorer as major attractions.The lack of local resources makes it necessary to import everything that a visitor needs,
18、from furniture to fresh vegetables.,You can dress up casually, but need to maintain basic decency. While entering the mosque, men are not allowed to wear pants and women are not allowed to wear short skirts above knees or coats with short sleeves which reveal their arms.Handshake is the most common gesture for greeting people. But do not easily greet the local women. Make sure you have taken all the necessary vaccinations required. It is against the law to carry seawater, shipwrecked fragments, and coral reefs when leaving Maldives.,Thank You!,
