This island country in the Indian Ocean is the smallest in Asia in terms of population and area. Let us tell you, there are a total of 1,192 islands in the Maldives, out of which only 200 islands are inhabited by people. Maldives is counted among the best honeymoon destinations. This country is also very popular for its water sports activities in the world. If you are going to Maldives, do not limit yourself to just one island, and take a look at some of the other beautiful places here as well. Let us know through this article, about some beautiful places and islands here…

Male
One of the smallest national capitals in the world, Malé is known for its ancient mosque and colorful buildings. Today Male due to its beauty has become one of the favorite places among honeymoon couples and water sports lovers. The high-rise buildings, trees, and blue waters of the island compel tourists to come here. Malé also has an artificial beach where tourists come to enjoy a variety of recreational water activities such as swimming, kayaking, and wakeboarding. There is also the Old Friday Mosque which is the oldest mosque in the city and is known for its splendid architecture.

Banana Reef
Embellished with mighty overhangs, colorful coral reefs, majestic cliffs, and beautiful caves, Banana Reef is counted among the oldest reefs in the Maldives. Banana Reef is also home to sharks, barracuda, and groupers, making Banana Reef one of the most popular diving spots in the world. Banana Reef is one of the best places in Maldives for scuba diving, as here you can go down to the surface of the water and see the beautiful world with your own eyes. The diving range at Banana Reef starts at five meters and goes up to thirty meters underwater.

China Maldives Friendship Bridge
The China Maldives Friendship Bridge, also known as Sinamale Bridge, is a 2-kilometer-long bridge connecting Male City to Hulhule Island. This popular bridge was built to strengthen the bond between China and Maldives. This project was started in 2014 and has been completed in July 2018. The US$ 200 million project is one of the most progressive projects in the Maldives, with the bridge having about 6 lanes. This bridge is dedicated to cycles, pedestrians, motorcycles, etc.

Vaadhu Island
Vaadhu Island is one of the most beautiful places in the Maldives which has some of the best resorts and beautiful tourist places. This beautiful island with a population of about 500 is the best place to spend time in solitude amidst lush green trees and sea shores. But the natural phenomenon that happens here – known as the Sea of Stars is one that attracts the attention of people from all over the world. The Sea of Stars is such a phenomenon when Vadhu Island is immersed in seawater at night and shines like the twinkling of stars in the sky. That is why the best time to visit Vadhu Island is at night when you can witness the incredible phenomenon of the shining sea with your own eyes.

National Art Gallery
The National Museum of Maldives is an ancient building that houses a well-organized collection of artifacts, aimed at instilling a sense of patriotism among the citizens of Maldives. The museum houses a vast collection of royal antiquities from the Buddhist and Islamic eras, and history and craft lovers visit the place with great interest. From various costumes and jewelry, cloth and paper manuscripts, and anthropological objects to weapons and armor, of the erstwhile kings and queens, you will find everything to see here. Whenever you come to visit the Maldives, do visit this museum as well.

Hustle and bustle
Hulhumale is a gem of an island just south of North Malé Atoll and connected to the airport, called Hulhumale. This island spread over 188 hectares of palm trees and splendid beaches is one of the best places in Maldives to visit away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Hulhumale is the most famous among the tourists who Reach Maldives late in the evening or want to stay for a day before leaving for their flight, as it is connected to the airport by road, which also makes it extremely convenient. Individuals who stay on this island get to have a cultural experience with several activities. What makes Hulhumale so different from the other islands of the Maldives is the fact that it was not created by nature but artificially.

Maldives victory
Maldives Victory is a famous diving spot consisting of picturesque resorts. In fact, in 1981, a cargo ship named Maldive Victory sank at this place, whose wreckage is still present here. Built a decade before its unfortunate accident, the Maldive Victory was a huge cargo freighter with a displacement of 3500 tons. With a length of 110 meters and a width of 13 meters, it graces the sea with its grandeur. Within a few years of the accident, the ship was discovered by some dive operators after which it became famous as a diving spot named Maldive Victory. And today a large number of tourists from all over the country come here and see this huge ship while scuba diving. If you are going on a trip to the best tourist places in Maldives, then definitely visit Maldives Victory.

Grand Friday Mosque
One of the most famous religious places to visit in Maldives, Grand Friday Mosque attracts not only spiritual seekers but also architecture lovers. Established in 1984, this magnificent shrine is an important part of the Islamic Center and is named after Sultan Muhammad Thakurufanu-al-Auzam. More than 5,000 people can come to offer Namaz in this mosque simultaneously, due to which makes it the largest mosque in Maldives. The entire mosque is made of pure white marble with a huge golden dome surmounting the main square.

Maafushi Island
Tourists can enjoy water sports activities in the Maldives. Tourists can do Banana Boating, Jet Skinning, Flyboarding, Catamaran Sailing, Fun Tube, and Parasailing. Apart from this, you can also enjoy the delicious food of the Maldives. This island country in the Indian Ocean is the smallest in Asia in terms of population and area. But its beauty draws tourists towards itself. Tourists can visit ancient mosques and colorful buildings in Male. The high-rise buildings, trees, and blue waters of the island compel tourists to come here. Banana Reef is counted among the oldest reefs in the Maldives. Here tourists can enjoy scuba diving.

Sunset Cruise Maldives
The Sunset Cruise of Maldives is quite famous for the amazing views of the sunset as well as dolphin and whale species which makes it one of the best tourist places in Maldives. This Maldivian cruise is home to a wide array of species of both dolphins and whales. These graceful creatures can be seen crossing the water from time to time while hovering over the liveaboard. If you are staying at resorts, you can ask your resort/hotel to arrange for a dolphin and whale watching tour on a boat. If you are on a trip to the Maldives with your family or your life partner, then definitely feel these amazing views of the sunset from the Maldives Sunset Cruise which will attract you a lot.