Hulhumale Island is an island that was created in 2004 as a development project to promote a new area for housing and commercial space close to Male. It has been a challenge to manage housing and increase commercial space in the island of Male because it is after all a small surface area. Since Male was getting a bit too crowded, the government decided to create the island of Hulhumale to meet the demands of the growing population and economy. The basic plan was to shift some of the people and the business in Male to a place which was close to the mainland. So Hulhumale is an extension of Male and it includes houses, apartments, schools, hospitals, mosques and business centres.
If you want to experience life as a Maldivian then Hulhumale is one of the best places to head to since life on Hulhumale offers an insight into how Maldivians live. The food and the atmosphere are quite unique. Since Maldives is a Muslim country you have to dress conservatively when on a visit here. Even though you might not be able to work on your tan, the place is quite interesting and worth exploring. If one wants to try authentic Maldivian cuisine then you should visit one of the restaurants in Hulhumale. The food can be quite spicy but it is simply delicious and well worth trying. Most Maldivian dishes are made from coconut, fish and chilli and look to sample “Rihakaaru” if you get the chance.
Life here is different from time spent on a resort island, but it is still worth checking out and exploring. It is nice to get to know more about the culture and day to day life of Maldivians and Hulhumale is a spot where you get to experience both.
Visitors should try and stay in a Maldives hotel which offers the very best the country is known for. Maldives island resorts are by far the best option because they offer peaceful and relaxing getaways in which to enjoy the sun, sand and surf. Check out Naladhu Maldives, which features luxurious accommodation, contemporary comforts and modern services to make your stay all the more memorable.
Chandrishan Williams is a travel writer who writes under the pen name, Caleb Falcon. He specializes in writing content based on the many exciting world adventures that await intrepid travellers.
