Home to the scenic remnants of coral reefs that surrounded the prehistoric volcanoes in the heart of the Indian Ocean, the Republic of Maldives is a miracle of natural beauty. Made up of a double chain of atolls, the country is home to over one thousand islands of which around a hundred cater especially to tourists.
Famous for her inviting blue waters and powdery brown beaches, Maldives is the place to go for a lazy and luxurious holiday. Whether it is relaxation or adventure you crave, the Maldivian island resorts are designed to provide you with whatever your heart may desire. For those seeking a relaxing beach vacation let the warm tropical sun warm you while you snooze by the beach. For those seeking adventure, many diving and sailing expeditions await you and will tickle your sense of adventure splendidly.
Hence, the mere mention of Maldives brings to mind early morning scuba diving excursions, lazy afternoons on the beach and world class dining by night. However, being a predominantly Muslim nation, there are a number of attractions that one may opt to visit as well, thereby enhancing the quality of their holiday by immersing themselves in the culture and history of Maldives.
The islands are home to a number of mosques and the most well known one is the Grand Friday mosque built by Sultan Ibrahim Iskandhar. The mosque is considerable great in size and is said to be able to accommodate over 5000 people at any given time. Coincidentally, it is the mother of Sultan Ibrahim Iskandhar the First, Kan’Baa Aisha Ranikilege who is buried in the tomb of Kan’Baa.
The Tomb can be found in the cemetery next to the mosque. The walls of the tomb are constructed using white stone up to about halfway and the remainder of the walls are completed using wood. All four sides are decorated with a number of carvings which sets it apart from the rest of the structures in its vicinity.
Therefore, whether it is relaxation or adventure you seek, Maldives resort in the Indian Ocean offer you the opportunity to experience the holiday of a lifetime. Soak up the glorious rays of the tropical sun and revel in the tranquillity that Maldives hotels have to offer. Combine the natural beauty of the islands with the luxurious elegance of Adaaran Meedhupparu, an island resort accessible within an hour from Male, for a tropical holiday like no other.
Umanga Kahandawaarachchi is a passionate travel writer who writes under the pen name, Maggie Tulliver. Her field of writing covers a wide array of content and articles related to travel and hospitality industry.
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