Culture

The oldest buildings still standing in Male are the minaret next to the mosque (1675) and the Hukuru Miskiiy (1658). Hukuru Miskiiy has been the […]

Any nation’s traditional dress is an integral component of its people’s identity. Like any other nation, the Maldives is endowed with distinctive, historically rich traditional […]

For the Maldivians, who are drawn to enchanting narratives, it’s fitting that their country’s early history is a tapestry of myths and legends. One such […]

During ancient times in Maldives, the livelihood of Maldivians revolved around the sea. When the fishermen returned from their expeditions, the people would gather on […]

Archaeological finds indicate that the Maldives was inhabited as early as 1,500 BC but much of the country’s origin is lost in time due to […]

A proud history and rich culture evolved from the first settlers in the Maldives, who were seafarers from various parts of the world, traversing the […]