The Maldives are a string of tropical islands in the middle of the Indian Ocean. They are the perfect place for a holiday. The islands are actually the tops of a vast undersea mountain range running through the Indian Ocean and the Arabian Sea. The Maldives have a land area of about 90,000 square kilometres spread out over 1,192 islands and atolls. It is the smallest Asian country but it offers a large number of activities that are sure to please anyone on holiday there. With its fantastic weather, beautiful beaches and diverse sea life the Maldives is the ideal destination for people on holiday looking for a one of a kind experience.
Do you enjoy deep blue seas, white sand beaches ringed with palm trees, turquoise reefs and tropical climate? Then you will love the Maldives. With over 200 inhabited islands to choose from and another 900 uninhabited atolls to visit the Maldives offer an unmatched holiday experience. The sea life in the waters around the islands is truly amazing. The islands are surrounded by coral reefs which keep storms and rough seas at bay while providing feeding and breeding grounds for some of the world’s most exotic sea creatures.
Water-sports dominate the islands. Swimming, surfing, kite-skiing, water-skiing, kayaking, parasailing, windsurfing or just riding on a catamaran are common pastimes. The waters are warm and clear. It is perfect for snorkelling and scuba diving. The crystal clear waters offer visibility of up to fifty meters. This allows people on holiday to easily see the over one thousand species of fish, plants and other undersea creatures. There are manta rays, sting rays, Eagle rays, reef sharks, whale sharks, moray eels, tiny shrimp, Oriental Sweetlips, Jack Fish, Lion Fish and hundreds of species of unusual fish in a rainbow of colours all gambolling and feeding among 3000 coral reefs. You do not need to be a professional diver to enjoy the undersea pleasures off the coast of the Maldives. Safari boat operators can teach you enough in a few minutes to allow you to explore the enchanting waters with safety and confidence. Try night diving. It is an experience you will never forget.
One of the most pleasurable pastimes in the Maldives is relaxing on pristine white sand beaches under the shade of swaying palm trees, snacking and watching the sun set over the Indian Ocean in a kaleidoscope of colour. The cuisine in the Maldives is incredible. It combines dishes from all over Asia, the Middle East, Europe and Africa. The islands are known for succulent seafood dishes flavoured with exotic spices and prepared using techniques developed over thousands of years. If the soothing sounds of the Indian Ocean, the sea air, the swaying palm trees and the vibrant green vegetation are not enough to relax you, the Maldives are known for unique spa treatments using virgin coconut oil, gandhakolhi leaves, sea sand and hot rocks which can heal acne, aches and pains.
Want a unique holiday? Explore the Maldives. Image by Sarah_Ackerman
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