Capital
Malé
Malé is the capital of the Maldives and is a busy island city surrounded by the Indian Ocean.
Capital
South Asia
🇲🇻 Maldives
ދިވެހިރާއްޖެ
The Maldives is a group of islands in the Indian Ocean known for its beaches and clear waters.
Population
500k+
Capital
Malé
Languages
Dhivehi
Currency
Maldivian Rufiyaa
Country Overview
A closer look at Maldives
Maldives is part of the South Asia region and has its own landscapes, traditions, history, and identity. This page is a starting point for exploring important places, key events, cultural life, and interesting facts connected to the country.
HistoryCulturePlacesFoodWildlife
Fact File
Learn about Maldives
Explore the capital city, food, wildlife, and culture through images and short fact-file summaries.
Food
Mas Huni
Mas huni is a traditional Maldivian dish made with tuna, coconut, onion, and chilli, often eaten for breakfast.
Food
Wildlife
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin tuna is an important sea animal in the Maldives and is closely linked to fishing and island life.
Wildlife
Culture
Bodu Beru Drumming
Bodu Beru is a traditional performance with drumming, rhythm, and movement that is important in Maldivian culture.
Culture
Places to Explore
Discover places in Maldives
From famous landmarks to landscapes and historic cities, these places help tell the story of Maldives.
Country and Places
Exploring Maldives
Every country has places that help us understand its story. Some are natural landscapes, some are religious or historic sites, and others are famous landmarks that people recognise around the world.
These images give a glimpse into the geography, culture, and history of Maldives, helping students connect what they see with what they learn.
Look closely:
- • What do these places tell you about the landscape?
- • Which places look historic, religious, or modern?
- • Which place would you most like to visit, and why?
🌿 Nature
Coral Reefs
The Maldives is famous for coral reefs filled with colourful sea life and clear blue water.
🌊 Coast
Sandbanks
Sandbanks are tiny sandy islands surrounded by shallow sea and are a striking part of the Maldivian landscape.
✨ Modern Landmark
Overwater Villas
Overwater villas are a famous image of the Maldives and show how tourism shapes many islands.
✨ Natural Wonder
Vaadhoo Island
Vaadhoo Island is known for glowing beaches caused by tiny organisms in the water that light up at night.
Did You Know?
Interesting Facts
Things We’ve Learned
The Maldives is made up of many small islands.
It is known for tourism and beaches.
It is one of the lowest-lying countries in the world.