Maldives

Maldives Attractions

The Lime Underwater Spa

For an unforgettable and sensationally rewarding experience, the fabulous Lime Spa is set 100 metres out over the dazzling turquoise Indian ocean waters on the island of Huvafen Fushi (or Dream Land, in English) at the end of a wooden promenade, where guests can indulge in a spa treatment facility that is truly unique. Boasting 2 treatment rooms that are 8 metres below the surface, with large windows to create an aquarium effect where fish swim around you as you relax - this is the first spa of its kind, offering a unique and memorable experience to all guests. For the ultimate experience, book the spa's signature Lime Light Ritual, which results in 3 hours of heavenly bliss and includes a coconut oil massage and time spent in the Lime Tree Garden with a mocktail. This unique spa offers adventure, passion and a modern edge where guests can be transported to a tranquil state of mind. Visitors are also blown away by views of the lagoon and of the vast bright blue ocean. This gorgeous spa also offers treatments customised to men and for all treatments, the Lime Spa uses only world-renowned products, to provide guests with care and rejuvenation.

Local Market & Fish Market of Malè

Malè is the island capital of Maldives and comprises of many high rise buildings, narrow streets and eager tourists ready to discover some of the wonderful markets and learn more about the local flavours and styles of Maldives, from some friendly and willing locals. At the Malè Markets, guests can expect to find a number of trinkets and local souvenirs which can reflect the islands many wondrous attributes. The Malè Market is also a fun way to experience firsthand the lifestyle lead by locals of the Maldives.
Located on the Northern Waterfront guests can be sure to enjoy hours of shopping in the various stalls with many different produce and products from the atolls of Maldives. Not far from the local market is the Malè Fish market, which displays an amazing array of locally caught fish and provides insight into the fishing community, which forms an integral and active part of the community of islands of the Maldives. The Malè fish market is frequented by holiday guests and locals like, one of the Maldives main trade hives where local produce, dried fish, fresh fruits and vegetables from all the atolls can be purchased and enjoyed. Despite the expected fish odour, the fish market is kept very clean and is also washed down every day. Enjoy a visit to these markets to embrace the culture and discover interesting foods, while coming across passionate and friendly locals.

The National Museum

If you are visiting the Maldives on vacation and wish to understand the culture, religions and history of these gorgeous islands in more detail, then a trip to the National Museum should definitely form part of your visit. The National Museum is housed in the only remaining building of Sultan's Palace, now known as Sultan's Place in the capital, Malè. One of Maldives most interesting and educational tourist attractions, the National Museum was established in 1952 and guests can look forward to a display of valuable objects that depict the rich cultural history of the country and preserve the past. Many of the items in the museum belonged to the Sultans, but you can also find some astounding articles here such as ornaments and costumes which were worn by royals, some ancient stone items that bear testament to Maldives pre-Islamic period, paper and cloth manuscripts, impressive arms and armour, anthropological objects and a number of other interesting items reflecting on the past Maldivian way of living, and the many historical happenings.

The Grand Friday Mosque

In the Capital of Malè guests can enjoy a very interesting and insightful visit to the symbolic Grand Friday Mosque, which was opened in 1984 and built with assistance from the Gulf States, Pakistan, Brunei and Malaysia. An impressive and simplistic building that is strikingly white and built in marble, the Grand Friday Mosque is the biggest mosque in the country and rises above the other buildings with its seemingly golden dome glistening in the sunlight. This magnificent Mosque is open to tourists from 9am to 5pm, outside of prayer times - to all non-Muslim visitors; the mosque closes 15 minutes before prayer time and for the hours that follow. It is recommended that guests should pay a visit between the hours of 2pm and 3 pm - it isn't encouraged that large crowds of tourists visit together, but if guests are truly interested and dress respectfully (men in long trousers and woman in a long skirt or dress that is not revealing) then you will be allowed inside. The main prayer hall is so large that it can accommodate 5000 worshippers at a time; it also features beautifully carved panels and doors, impressive chandeliers and a carpet that was specially woven.

Esjehi Art Gallery

A wonderful gallery situated within the capital city Malè of Maldives, the Esjehi Art Gallery displays and preserves as well as promotes the traditional artwork of the people of Maldives and also brings together locals (as well as interested visitors to Malè) for various interactive workshops. It is exciting to see the Island and thoughts of its inhabitants through the eyes of locals, either by strolling through the gallery itself or by attending one of the Exhibitions that are sometimes hosted here. The Esjehi Art Gallery provides those creative individuals and even students within the Maldives Islands as well the city of Malè with a platform to showcase their works of art, be it paintings or crafts. Guests can look forward to an attractive and interesting display of visual arts that include stone and wood carvings, modern expressions, fine art and various traditional weaving styles. The Esjehi Art Gallery encourages locals to flourish and actively pursue careers and passions in art and also connects these artists together, where likeminded individuals can share their love for artful expression.