Facts about Maldives
Official languages: Dhivehi, English
Capital: Malé
Area: 300 km²
Population: 395,650 residents
Population density: 1,318.83 residents per km²
Currency: MVR
Internet TLD: .mv
ISO codes: MV, MDV, 462
The telephone code for Maldives is +960
Flag of Maldives
The flag of the Maldives, which has been used in its current form since 1965, consists of a red sheet with a smaller green rectangle on top. In addition, there is a white crescent symbol in the middle of the green field. Green is the traditional color of Islam and also signifies progress and peace. The color red is reminiscent of the blood shed in the freedom struggle, and the crescent moon is another traditional symbol of Islam. The flag, which was used in the times of the autonomous sultanate, carried a white stripe with slanting black stripes in the pole part, in contrast to the current flag. The previous flag, still in use at the beginning of the 20th century, consisted only of a red leaf, which was common to many Arab island territories.
Maldives is an island state in the southwest of the southern tip of India in the Indian Ocean and consists of several atolls and 1,996 islands, 220 of which are inhabited by locals and 87 others are reserved exclusively for tourists.
Biggest Cities of Maldives by Population
The largest city in the Maldives is the capital, Male. Located on an island of the same name, Male has a population of over 150,000 people and is known for its many mosques and colorful markets. Tourists come to explore attractions like Sultan Park which features a replica of the Sultan’s Palace; Grand Friday Mosque which is one of the oldest mosques in the country; and National Museum which houses artifacts that tell stories about Maldivian history.
Addu City is another large city in the Maldives located on an atoll south of Male. It has a population of around 60,000 people and serves as an important trading hub for fishing industry. Addu City also features several tourist attractions like Hithadhoo Beach where visitors can enjoy swimming or snorkeling; Manta Point where they can spot manta rays; Gan Island Beach which offers stunning views of Indian Ocean; and Dolphin Viewing Point where they can observe dolphins playing in their natural habitat.
Fuimale’e is the third-largest city in the Maldives with a population of around 55,000 people. It boasts some interesting tourist attractions like Grand Mosque which was built by Emperor Ashraf Ali Khan in 17th century; National Art Gallery which houses more than 500 works from local artists; and Fuimale’e Beach where visitors can enjoy swimming or snorkeling.
| # | City | Population | Latitude | Longitude |
| 1 | Male, Maldives | 103,804 | 4.17521 | 73.5092 |
| 2 | Fuvahmulah, Maldives | 11,251 | -0.29878 | 73.424 |
| 3 | Hithadhoo, Maldives | 10,038 | -0.6 | 73.0833 |
| 4 | Kulhudhuffushi, Maldives | 9,611 | 6.62207 | 73.07 |
| 5 | Thinadhoo, Maldives | 6,487 | 0.5306 | 72.9997 |
| 6 | Naifaru, Maldives | 5,155 | 5.44438 | 73.3657 |
| 7 | Dhidhdhoo, Maldives | 3,150 | 6.88744 | 73.114 |
| 8 | Viligili, Maldives | 3,036 | 0.75906 | 73.433 |
| 9 | Funadhoo, Maldives | 3,011 | 6.15091 | 73.2901 |
| 10 | Eydhafushi, Maldives | 2,919 | 5.10327 | 73.0708 |
| 11 | Mahibadhoo, Maldives | 2,267 | 3.75713 | 72.9689 |
| 12 | Fonadhoo, Maldives | 1,884 | 1.83243 | 73.5026 |
| 13 | Manadhoo, Maldives | 1,691 | 5.76687 | 73.4136 |
| 14 | Ugoofaaru, Maldives | 1,686 | 5.66812 | 73.0302 |
| 15 | Kudahuvadhoo, Maldives | 1,673 | 2.67075 | 72.8944 |
| 16 | Veymandoo, Maldives | 1,211 | 2.18772 | 73.0956 |
| 17 | Muli, Maldives | 1,119 | 2.91667 | 73.5667 |
Maldives: Malé
The capital of the Maldives is called Malé. 123,000 people live there. Because so many people move here, the island, which is also called Malé, even had to be artificially enlarged. Incidentally, no building on Malé may be built higher than the tower of the main mosque. While the islands of the Maldives are actually known for their tranquility and tranquility, the capital is bustling with activity.