With its unmatched tropical beauty, the Maldives stands out among other tourist destinations. Skirted by the crystalline waters of the Indian Ocean and blessed with palm-fringed beaches, the Maldives has an interesting geographical layout. Its location is the reason for its ever-increasing popularity among tourists.
Where exactly is the Maldives located?
The Maldives is a Southeast Asian nation located south of India and Sri Lanka. It’s located close to the equator, which is what renders its tropical climate.
Is the Maldives part of another country?
No, the Republic of Maldives has its own administration. Throughout history, the Maldives was ruled by the Dutch, the Portuguese, the English, and it was also a sultanate; however, the country became an independent nation in 1965.
The geographical layout
The Maldives is a chain of islands located parallel to the equator. The number of islands comes up to about 1,200, all clustered into 26 atolls. 200 islands are yet to be inhabited; however, some of them have been developed to be tourist resorts and some are used for agriculture. Most top resorts in Maldives are located on their own islands; for instance, OBLU SELECT Lobigili stands on Lobigili Island.
Getting to the Maldives
You can get to the airport in Male directly from most countries in Europe and Asia; however, getting to your resort requires a bit of work. You have several options, including seaplanes and speedboats – it’s best to let your resort sort out the transport for you.