Friends, today I want to tell you about a wonderful country on the Pacific ridge - the Maldives. This tropical island paradise is so beautiful that you might forget you're in the real world and start believing you're Ariel from The Little Mermaid (although, unfortunately, the local marine life may be less welcoming than Sebastian).
So, let's start with the fact that the Maldives is the perfect place for lovers of sandy beaches. The water is so bright blue that if you throw rose-colored glasses into it, it will blend into the color of the sea and you will never find it again. In addition, the beaches in the Maldives are so perfect that you can even throw your children on the sand and no one will notice that they are gone (but this is, of course, a joke ... or not?).
By the way, if you think that the Maldives is just a beach holiday, then you are wrong. There are many interesting places to visit here, for example, you can swim in bioluminescent water and feel like the hero of the movie “Avatar”. Or ride a catamaran and feel like Jack Sparrow (or Elizabeth Swann if you're on the feminine side).
But, to be honest, the main advantage of the Maldives is the ability to calmly relax and enjoy life. That is why there are no big cities and fuss here. If you need to be alone with yourself, then you will find everything you need here: silence, tranquility and no neighbors. Well, except, of course, local fish and dolphins, which can appear at any moment and give you an unforgettable experience.
And finally, the main secret of the Maldives is a real cozy atmosphere. Here you will find friendly people who are always ready to help you, as well as many cozy cafes and restaurants where you can enjoy local cuisine and delicious cocktails.
By the way, if you don't already know, the Maldives is a country consisting of more than 1000 islands. So if you can't decide which island to stay on, you can visit them all! But be careful, otherwise you might get trapped and stuck on this island forever (not that bad, to be honest).
So, if you want to visit a real tropical paradise where you can relax, forget about everyday problems and enjoy life, then the Maldives is the place to go. And who knows, you might even meet your princess or prince while sailing or diving in the crystal clear waters of the Maldives archipelago.
This place is known as one of the best places in the world to practice scuba diving due to its crystal clear waters and variety of underwater fauna.
From vibrant coral reefs and exotic fish to sharks and sea turtles, you can dive into the water and see everything hidden in the underwater world of the Maldives. You may even encounter sea dragons and unusual sea snakes!
But, if you think that diving in the Maldives is only for experienced divers, then you are wrong. Many dive centers offer diving training for beginners, so you can easily start your underwater adventure from the Maldives.
And now let's move on to a few little-known facts about the Maldives:
- The Maldives is one of the lowest lying countries in the world. Some of the islands are only a few meters above sea level, so the Maldives could be seriously affected by climate change.
- The Maldives is one of the few countries in the world where Islam is the only official religion. Therefore, there are strict rules regarding dress and behavior.
- Maldivian is a dialect of the Sinhalese language that is also used in Sri Lanka. But don't worry, most of the locals speak English.
- The Maldives is one of the few countries in the world where the sale and consumption of alcohol is prohibited. So, if you're planning on heading to the Maldives, you may have to give up your favorite bottle of wine.
- And finally, the Maldives is one of the few places in the world where you can observe the famous phenomenon of the sea tide, when the sea waters completely disappear, leaving only sand and stones on the surface. But do not worry, this phenomenon does not last long, and soon the sea water returns.
Thus, the Maldives is not only a heavenly place to relax on the beach, but also an amazing place for diving and exploring the underwater world. And, of course, don't forget about unusual facts about the Maldives that will make your trip even more interesting!
