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Explore the Underwater Marine Life of the Maldives

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While the Maldives is known for its picturesque beaches and exciting water sports, below the surface of the water there is a fascinating world just waiting to be explored! The colourful reefs that surround the islands are home to a wide range of marine life and offer countless hours of exploration when engaged in such activities as snorkelling or diving. The country is home to over 700 marine life species including, Butterfly fish, sharks, rays, black and white snappers and turtles to name but a few! Offering truly unique holiday adventures, a Maldives cruise such as the one provided by Atoll Explorer can be enjoyed by the whole family. This liveaboard Maldives also offers diving and snorkelling and gives one a chance to experience firsthand the beauty that lies beneath the waves.

The unique nightlife of Maldives isles

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As the sunlight cools among the mangrove swamps and the breeze grows stronger, the Maldives isles turn into a romantic nook enveloped by the embrace of the sea that draws a long veil over the real world and cradles you in absolute privacy, broken only by the glance of the moon. It’s where you can hear your dreams, listening to the quiet murmur of the sea while savouring romance by candle light with moments that seem eternal.

While nightlife is not a strange theme to Maldives, it is clearly not the harsh, hard core and noisy life of a party animal. The island abides by its own rules, which though deficient in alcohol and loud music is nevertheless not wanting of delightful contentment, amusement or dining and dancing.  The clubs, bars and coffee shops aren’t numerous, but the few that are there enjoy some superb locations, perched on the edge of the sea or even sitting right out in the water, where the soft lapping of the waves against the floor boards is a warm accompaniment to the clink of glass and plates.  Discotheques and nightclubs are a rarity and yet most of the top hotels and restaurants offer that luxury to the younger crowd who cannot do without late night partying.

These restaurants also offer moonlight dinning, on a destination of your choice, upon the soft sand where the waves can kiss your feet or high up above the water, where the surroundings seem dim and unreal under the flicker of starlight.  Some of Maldives authentic entertainment items include crab races which provide some light amusement to uplift the evening, accompanied by some great music.  With barbeques, beach parties and some local entertainment items being performed at the beach, diversity is not wanting to the nightlife in Maldives.

Life in the Maldives can get even better when a traveller finds himself in one of those exquisite Maldives Resorts that have made real intimacy with the sea, being perched right upon the edge or over the water, with a looking glass as the floor. Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas is a fine blend of wide expansive spaces and the serenity of the ocean brining you close to nature at its best. A Villa in Maldives like this, lets you savour the secluded island life with all its soothing tranquillity while keeping you connected to the modern world with a few indispensible luxuries.

Discovering Traditional Folk Dancing and Music of Maldives

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The first thing that comes to anyone’s mind when talking about the Maldives is white sand beaches and turquoise waters. These elements are mostly what attract hordes of tourists to these islands in the Indian Ocean each year. But this nation definitely offers more than just sun, sea and sand. This country also boasts of many other attractions including exotic local dishes that are largely inspired by both Indian and Sri Lankan cuisines, yet which have their own distinctive tastes and flavours.  What is more the country also has a vibrant folk dancing and singing scene, displaying its rich cultural heritage.

The country boasts of a number of forms of dance and music. Bodu Beru is a kind of folk music that is practiced in the islands of Maldives and both young and old alike take part in this. Another form is known as Bolimalaafath Neshun. It is a dance that is performed by women and depicts an ancient tradition when women offered gifts to the Sultan during special ceremonies such as the Eid Festival.

Bandiyaa Jehun is another well liked form of dance which has retained its special place despite the international dance forms that are becoming more and more popular. Around thirty men take part in Dhandi Jehun dances. These dances vary from each island and it is an attractive performance that keeps the audience enrapt. Fathigandu Jehun is performed only by men and it takes place in the evenings and is considered to be a stage musical extravaganza. Thaara is a performance that is believed to have been introduced by the Arabs who came to these islands in the 17th century or so. Another performance that has been inspired by Thaara is known as Langiri which has evolved according to the taste of the people of this land.

Visitors to any Maldives hotel can enjoy these various cultural shows, which will definitely add to their experience. Naladhu Maldives is one of the Maldives island resorts from which one can enjoy both the beaches and the culture as well as the diverse tropical lifestyle of this diverse land.

True Heritage of Maldives through Handicrafts

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Maldives is a country made up of over 1000 small islands. Each of these islands – most of which are uninhabited – are each renowned for a particular type of handicraft in which the people of that island have specialized in over the years. Of course this is not a strict separation.

Handicrafts of the Maldives have always held a special place among visitors to the island. History also indicates manners in which Maldivian handicrafts made their way to prestigious and prominent persons and countries.

Weaving of mats is a popular and well known handicraft. The Gaafu Dhaalu atoll includes an island named Gadhdhoo which has for long years been prominent in mat weaving. These mats, which are hand woven, are made with dried rushes and grass. These mats are used for various purposes depending on their intricacies and value and can be used as prayer mats, mats for sitting, eating or sleeping. Mats gifted to British and Dutch Governors in Ceylon in the past were sometimes trimmed with gold lace work as well.

The Baa atoll’s Thulaadhoo island prides itself on its lacquer ware. Wooden items such as boxes of various sizes, vases, pots, musical instruments are all intricately decorated with elaborate artistic patterns in rich yellow, red and black colours.

Jewellery making is also a much sought after Maldivian handicraft. Goldsmiths and silver smiths create beautiful jewellery in Ribudhoo and Hulhedeli islands respectively. With the increase in tourism sea related items used in handicrafts and jewellery have received much prominence due to their popularity. Jewellery made from mother of pearl, coral, seashell, black coral, and turtle shell are the traditional materials used. However turtle shell and black coral have been banned as these living creatures are endangered and nearing extinction. Items made with these materials are also forbidden to be exported out of the country.

These Maldivian handicrafts find their way into the National Handicraft Centre in Maldives as well as certain shopping areas, markets and small selling points operated by natives. When coming for a visit, if a traveller seeks a Maldives hotel or more specifically Maldives island resorts then there are plenty to choose from. Naladhu, Maldives with its luxurious amenities will certainly be a good choice.

Folk Music of Maldives

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Reflecting the soothing and captivating rhythms of nature, the music of Maldives represent its unique culture which is a blend of foreign influences and native traditions. However the musical traditions of the nation essentially include folk music. The influence of the cultures of nations such as Malaysia, Indonesia, South India, Arabia and East Africa is also evident in its music. Overall the folk music of Maldives represents the aspirations and the lifestyle of the locals. Among Maldives bungalows, Anantara Veli, Maldives is ideal for the accommodation needs of travellers to the nation. With excellent service and facilities, it is an exceptional Maldives resort.

Arts and Crafts of Maldives

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The tradition of craft making in Maldives has been passed from generation to generation over the years. The availability of raw materials and the skills of local people are the main factors which have attributed to the creation of wonderful and unique arts and crafts of the nation. The handicrafts of the country are mainly classified into categories such as boat building, coconut products, woven mats, lacquer ware and jewellery- coral, mother of pearl, gold and silver. Handicrafts such as coconut shell spoons, wooden mortars and coconut graters have a great demand in the nation. Among Maldives island resorts, Naladhu, Maldives is ideal for the accommodation needs of travellers to the city. With excellent service and facilities, it is an exceptional Maldives hotel.