Maldives Essential Travel Information
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The Maldives is an archipelago comprising 26 atolls, which are made up of 1,000 coral islands. Every atoll is a ring-shaped coral reef that circles a lagoon.
- The Maldivian Rufiyaa (MVR) is the official currency, yet US dollars are broadly accepted in hotels and tourist areas. Credit cards are likewise accepted.
- Dhivehi is the official language, yet English is broadly spoken in tourist areas.
- Inter-island, transportation is regularly via seaplane, speedboat, or domestic flights. Resort transfers are often arranged by the resort itself.
- The Maldives is home to over 2000 types of fish and 200 types of coral.
- The culture of the Maldives is a unique mix of South Indian, Arabian, and African impacts.
*Maldives Helpline Number – +(960)3323228