Simple Guide for Exploring Maldives

The scenic beauty and charm of Maldives make it an attractive and romantic tourist spot for couples.

Here is a list of tourist attractions in Maldives:

1. Beaches. The Island is renowned for world famous beaches. The best part of these beaches is that they are not crowded. They are ideal vacation spot for peace lovers and couples. The palm trees lining the beach and the golden sand enhance the beauty of the pristine beaches.

2. National Museum, Male. The national museum located in Male, the capital city of Maldives is renowned for stone carvings, exhibits of belongings of the sultans and Thor Heyerdahl's archaeological findings. The museum reflects the history and culture of the island.

3. Grand Friday Mosque, Male. This is the biggest mosque in Maldives. It is known for golden dome, unique minaret and the tombs of national heroes.

4. Hukuru Miskiiv. Hukuru Miskiiv is the oldest Friday mosque of the country constructed in the year 1956.

5. Male fish market. Male fish market, a highly crowded commercial centre is a must to see tourist attraction in Maldives.

6. Mulee Aage Palace. This historical monument located opposite to the Friday mosque was constructed before World War I in 1906.

7. Mohammed Thakurufaanu tomb. This is the tomb of sultan Mohammed Thakurufaanu who brought independence to Maldives from the rule of Portuguese. People of Maldives give great importance to this place.

8. Jumhoori Maidan. This is also known as republic square of Maldives. Jumhoori Maidan is a place for social gatherings.

9. Diving centres. Maldives has about 45 diving sites. One can view marine creatures such as dolphins and whales at these sites.

10. Spa resorts. Maldives is renowned for luxurious spas. You can totally rejuvenate yourself with the massage therapy offered by the spa professionals.

11. Active night life. Maldives night time attractions are more than the simple live music and dance. One can enjoy the unique experience of diving and fishing at nights. Maldives crab racing is a must to see event.

Baa Atoll and Fuamulaku are the other islands that are worth seeing tourist attractions in Maldives.