Maldivian arts and crafts have been in existence since the very beginnings of its peoples. The traditional handicrafts of Maldives include coconut mats, lacquer ware, boat building, woven mats and jewellery making through the use of pearl, coral, gold and silver. The craftsmen today have ancestors who had mastered the craft generations ago and passed on its secrets to their children. The Maldives is known to have little markets selling these handicrafts to the visiting tourists. All Maldives Island Resorts also have local art and craft shops. Naladhu, Maldives is a Maldives Hotel that helps you experience the true feeling of Maldives while taking you to new heights of luxurious bliss.