Island Legend (Page 6)

Hoarafushi

The island is called Hoarasfushi, located in the Haa Alif Atoll and is shaped like a an airplane without wings but still has the tail, the airport looks like it has its own little island thats attached to the main one.

Haa Alif Atoll

Baarah

The island is shaped like the letter "C". As of 2014, the population has increased to 2000. Historically, Baarah was the island where the vessel Kalhuohfummi was built in the latter half of the 16th century.

ALIFU

Feridhoo

Feridhoo looks like a cartoon ghost. The population of Feridhoo is 700 people. The length of Feridhoo is 1.125 km and the width is 0.575 km.

SHAVIYANI

Kanditheemu

Kanditheemu is an island rich in culture and natural beauty. The island has been one of the focal points of the country long since there were settlers in the Maldives.

RAA

Kinolhas

Ibn Battuta’s two visit to Maldives, Raa kinolhas was the first island he came. (mentioned in his book) in honor of ibn bathoothaa there is a park built in kinolhas called IBN BATTUTA MANZIL.

THAA

Vilufushi

The atoll is one of the largest atolls in the country. Thaa Atoll is home to a total of 13 islands with a wide range of natural resources with great beauty. They are among those who are famous for their darkness across the country.

RAA

Inguraidhoo

Inguraidhoo is one of the inhabited islands of Raa Atoll with a population of 1209 including foreigners. Geographically, the island is 153.25 km north of the country's capital, Malé.

MEEMU

Maduvvari

Maduvvari is one of the inhabited islands of Meemu Atoll. Geographically, the island is 118.51 km south of the country's capital, with a population of 709. People of Maduvvari fish for living.

MEEMU

Dhiggaru

M. Dhiggaru has long been known for its creation of Rihakuru. Rihaakuru is a thick delicious fish sauce made from fish. After cooking of fish in water and salt, the ‘fish-soup’ (Garudhiya) is continued to cook for a long period of time.

LAAMU

Maamendhoo

Maamendhoo harbor has benefited many vessels. Maamendhoo has been fishing for a long time. At the time, people fish on the motorized boat. Back then, there were no harbors built in the island.

GAAFU DHAALU

Vaadhoo

Vaadhoo has its own dialect of Maldivian, which is considerably different from northern and Mid-Maldivian speech. Geographically the island is 437.12 km south of the country's capital.

GAAFU ALIFU

Dhaandhoo

Dhaandhoo, which belongs to North Huvadhu Atoll, is the second most populous island in the atoll. Dhaandhoo has a population of 2,105. They are 1,050 women and 1,055 men.

FAAFU

Bilehdhoo

Bilehdhoo is the second most populous island in Faafu Atoll. There are currently 1,380 residents of the island. The most common activity of the people of the island is agriculture and fishing.

RAA

Hulhudhuffaaru

Hulhudhuffaaru of North Maalhosmadulu Atoll was an uninhabited island a few years ago. The reason for the island's relocation was difficulty going in and out of both Ungula and Gaaundoodhoo island and there was no future for the two islands.

RAA

Fainu

Fainu has been known for having a beautiful nature. The main work done for the livelihood of the people of Fainu is government employment, agriculture and fisheries. There is ‘funafalu’ a place that attract a lot of attention.

GAAFU ALIFU

Nilandhoo

This island is known for sports in Gaafu Alifu Atoll and the Maldives. Bashi, Volleyball and Futsal are one of the most popular sports in Nilandhoo.People of the island do agricultural activities.

Haa Alif Atoll

Maarandhoo

Maarandhoo is inhabited with a population of 1077 friendly people who work together to strengthen the social spirit of the island.

Haa Alif Atoll

Uligan

The island is 327.97 km (204 mi; 177 nmi) north of the country's capital, Malé. Uligan is an outpost in the northwest Indian Ocean. It is the final stop most people make on the way from Thailand before they enter the Gulf of Aden or sail directly up the Red Sea.

ALIFU

Himandhoo

On March 1, 1984, Himandhoo of Alifu Alifu Atoll was divided into two islands. Ari Atoll was appointed as the North Branch in 1997 by the President of The Republic of Maldives that have been granted legal status.

Alifu Dhaalu

Maamigili

The best place to swim with the whale sharks in the Maldives is south Ari Atoll. They frequently use the channel to the south of the atoll and can be spotted all year-round.

HAA DHAALU

Neykurendhoo

Hdh. Neykurendhoo is a part of Thiladhunmathi Atoll in the North of the Maldives. Neykurendhoo is famous for having the largest Mangrove in the Maldives.

Haa Alif Atoll

Kelaa

The island is famous for the beautiful beach that surrounds the island and a mangrove that's located in the island as well.

KAAFU

Gulhi

Located 20 minutes away from capital - Male', the island is famous for its pristine white beaches. Seven guest houses were operated on the island up until the COVID-19 pandemic.

NOONU

Maafaru

Our island is famous because of the Maafaru international Airport. Maafaru International Airport (IATA: NMF) is an international airport located on Maafaru, one of the islands of the Noonu Atoll in Maldives.

SEENU

Maradhoo

Maradhoo is situated in the heart of the southernmost atoll, Addu. It is known for its fishing industry and exclusive diving spots.