Male':
Grand Friday Mosque & Islamic Centre : This is the biggest mosque in the country, at Ameer Ahmed Magu, male,Maldives. Opened in 1984. Its golden dome can be visible to anybody coming to Male. You can visit the Mosque between 9 am to 5 pm,but not during prayer times. It closes to all non Muslims 15 minutes before prayers. Best time to visit between 2 pm and 3 pm. The main prayer hall can accommodate up to 5000 people. The art work on the panels and doors are simply beautiful. the Grand Friday Mosque also includes Islamic Centre.
Male' map for reference:
Maldives means The islands of Male, pronounced as Mah-lay. Capital city of maldives, built on a tiny island, almost rectangular shaped, surrounded by turquoise water and vast area of coral reefs all around. Male harbor, which receives massive number of imports arrive is the heart of Maldives. A packed city with establishment of banks,government buildings, markets, shops, hospital etc. though the streets are very clean. It is now inhabited by more than 1,00000 people. Male is divided into four administrative districts from west to east : Maafannu, Machangolhi, Galolhu and Henveiru.
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| Male' city |
How to reach Male ?
- Please check here for how to reach Male from Hulhule Airport and Hulhumale.
- Inside Male' you can hire a cab to go from any place to any other place. The charge is fixed and it is 25 MVR.
- Sea House Cafe' Male', just above the airport ferry terminal is our best pick. It is affordable, clean and beautifully set.
- If you want more cheap food, just go to Villingili Ferry terminal, where local eats. There are more budget options than anywhere else.
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| Maasuni Roshi |
What to see in Male ?
All the places can be covered within a short period by taking a taxi or even by walking only. Please check the map below for walking tour of Male'. It will be at most 1 km by walk.
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| Grand Friday Mosque |
National Museum & Sultan's Park : National Museum, located in one corner of Sultan's park which was a part of the Sultan's palace rest was demolished in 1968. This three- storey building has colourful pictures and more detailed descriptions of the exhibits. many of the exhibits are things once owned by the sultans-clothing,utencils,weapons and a throne.
National Museum -8am-6 pm Sun- Thu ,closed Fri & holidays.
The Park-8am-6pm Sun-Thu , 4-6pm.
Jumhooree Maidan : serves as one of the most popular places for social gatherings, was set up in the year 1989., known as the republic suare of Maldives. Flagpole of Maldives are
Mugleeaage : Muleeaage is current presidential house.
Fish Market : If you want to feel the true spirit of Male' this is a must visit place.
Artificial Beach : This beach was constructed for people of Male for swimming.
National Museum -8am-6 pm Sun- Thu ,closed Fri & holidays.
The Park-8am-6pm Sun-Thu , 4-6pm.
Jumhooree Maidan : serves as one of the most popular places for social gatherings, was set up in the year 1989., known as the republic suare of Maldives. Flagpole of Maldives are
Mugleeaage : Muleeaage is current presidential house.
Fish Market : If you want to feel the true spirit of Male' this is a must visit place.
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| Male' fish market |
Artificial Beach : This beach was constructed for people of Male for swimming.
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