Consisting of 1,190 coral islands, the Maldives is a nature’s masterpiece. This breathtakingly romantic group of islands is blessed with emerald waters, white sandy beaches and all year round sunshine. Mainly due to this the Maldives is popularly known as a honeymoon destination. As the Indian Ocean which surrounds the enticing islands is abundant in amazing coral reefs and colourful marine life, Maldives is also a diver’s paradise. You can engage in exciting aqua sports, go on a romantic boat ride or just lie down on the beach while on vacation on this mesmerising island nation. The country is extremely friendly to tourists and welcomes visitors from all over the world. You are sure to remember the Maldivian hospitality and of course the dazzling natural beauty of the islands for a long time after your visit is over.
Shopping in Maldives can be an exciting and delightful activity. When in Male a trip to the local fish market is a must. This lively market is a unique place where fishermen sell their day’s catch to wholesalers, retailers, restaurants and hotels. An array of fish including tuna, snappers and a variety of shell fish can be found in the truly Maldivian Male Fish Market. Located just a few miles away from the fish market is the local market for handicrafts. This is an ideal place to buy souvenirs and gifts for your friends and relatives. There are stalls which offer produce from the various atolls in the Maldives including fruits, jams and homemade sweets. However, if you are looking for perfumes, handbags, apparel, cosmetics, and electronic items the place to shop is the Majeedhee Magu.This market is located conveniently in the main road. The Maldives is also an excellent destination to buy diving equipment as there are a number of outlets which sell high quality diving goods.
Maldivian cuisine largely consists of sea food. This is perhaps no surprise as the islands are surrounded by the bountiful Indian Ocean. Although Maldivian dishes are quite spicy you can make a request to prepare your sea food dishes to suit your taste buds. You can also find a wide variety of international fare as well in most of the restaurants and hotels in the islands.
A Maldives island resort will pamper you with world class service and provide you with the perfect atmosphere to relax during your stay. Maldives boutique resorts offer the visitor a myriad of water sports including swimming, surfing, and scuba diving. Anantara Veli, Maldives is a superb choice where you can unwind in a romantic over water bungalow and enjoy the exceptional service and spa.
