Just because everything there makes everyone intoxicated. Male' Market - Male' Old Mosque - Male' Breakwater - Old Friday Mosque - Male' Male is one of the smallest capitals in the world, so small that it does not have its own airport.

Male Airport is located on the nearby Fuluri Island, and speedboats and ferries connect the airport and Male. Male has an area of ​​only 2.5 square kilometers and a population of only about 60,000, but it is divided into four areas: Henveyru, Galolu, Machchangoli, and Maafannu. There are no deliberately paved asphalt roads here.

The dazzling white coral reefs and the doors and windows that are mostly painted blue or green form a strong color contrast. The houses are usually built high and narrow, which is said to be to avoid the invasion of demons. Because it was once under British rule, some buildings also have a strong British atmosphere.

In this pocket-sized capital, cars seem to be unnecessary. People either ride bicycles or walk. Male people used to make a living by fishing. Modernization began in the 1930s. After the 1970s, with the development of tourism, Male gradually changed from a fishing village to a city. People living on Male Island are used to calling themselves "city people."

To distinguish them from the "fisher islanders" who come from other small islands. Even in the city, there is no pressure in life. One reason is that life is simple, and the other is that the islanders are born with a happy-go-lucky personality. It may be that the process of fighting with nature for many years has made them realize the power of nature and the fragility of life. This signal has been passed on in their genes.

The Maldivians, who believe in Islam, put life first, and put prayer first in their lives. They move slowly and nothing can make them anxious. They will nod politely to show that they understand your request, but then turn around and chat and laugh, or go home to take a shower. Their favorite colloquial expression is: "What's wrong?"

"What is there! Marine Drive White Sand Road is the most important street in Male. There are many business hotels and the Presidential Palace built in 1913. In addition, there is an ancient mosque built in 1656 and a magical Islamic minaret completed in 1675. The inscriptions of the Koran can still be clearly seen on the white building.

If you want to experience the life of the locals, you must go to the fish market. It is the auction distribution center for fish caught from islands across the country. Every day near dusk, the shouting and hawking sounds one after another build up the vitality of the island country.

Practical travel tips: Introduction Maldives is located in the vast Indian Ocean south of Sri Lanka. More than a thousand coral islands of all sizes are scattered like pearls on both sides of the equator. It is known as the last paradise on earth in the Indian Ocean. The islands in Maldives were all formed by ancient submarine volcanic eruptions. The largest one does not exceed 2 square kilometers.

The ever-changing topography, coupled with the air-like transparent sea water and snow-white and delicate sandy beaches, has created a sea of ​​paradise. Many of these islands belong to world-renowned hotel groups. A small island is a resort hotel, with beautiful gardens and dreamy water houses designed by the world's top designers.

The almost isolated environment, comfortable hotel facilities, numerous entertainment programs, and meticulous service attract tourists who just want to get away from all the troubles and spend a "pure" vacation. Here, there are no attractions that require traveling by boat or bustling groups of tourists. You just need to walk on the beach and dive leisurely.

Language The official and national language of the Maldives is Dhivehi, but English is also widely used. Tourists traveling to the Maldives only need to know some basic tourist English. Most local people have been in contact with foreign tourists for many years, so they have a strong understanding ability, and some even know some Chinese.

Time difference Maldives time is 3 hours behind Beijing time. Working days and holidays Local residents work from Sunday to Thursday, and their holidays are Friday and Saturday. Friday's Jummah is an important event for local families, so try to avoid arranging it. Customs and taboos Islam is the state religion of Maldives, and residents on the island do not eat pork.

Do not drink alcohol, and strictly prohibit idolatry. Women must wear long skirts to cover their body when going out, and men cannot wear shorts. Most Maldivian residents are devout Muslims. Every Friday is their holiday, and shops, schools and public places will be closed on this day. Prayer plays an important role in the lives of Maldivian locals.

So when you see Muslims praying on a small blanket on the ground, do not walk in front of the blanket, try to walk around it and don't look at it. Be careful when walking on the road in Male Island and the indigenous islands, first avoid speeding motorcycles, and second avoid oncoming opposite sex.

When the road is very narrow, men should take the initiative to give way to women on the opposite side, let women go first, and try to avoid crowding or physical contact. There are no cars and no crowds on the resort island. Visa Passport and Documents Maldives implements a free visa on arrival policy for most countries in the world (valid for 30 days).

Chinese citizens can apply for a free visa on arrival at Male International Airport with a passport valid for less than six months. Before departure, please sign your name on the passport's "Notes" page (back cover) where the holder signs. Otherwise, the national border control agency has the right to refuse your exit or entry. To prevent the loss of documents, you can apply for a replacement in time.

It is recommended that you prepare a copy of your passport, ID card and two 2-inch photos before departure. If you apply for honeymoon service, you need to provide the original marriage certificate valid within the specified date. Documents to bring 1. Passport (with a validity period of more than 6 months), ID card. Make two copies of the first page of the passport and keep them separately.

The signature on the last page should be consistent with the signature on the credit card. If you are applying for a wedding, bring your marriage certificate. 2. Hotel or resort reservation (checked at customs, very important handover certificate). 3. Fill out an entry form. The entry form can be obtained on the plane or at the customs. Consumption Index The currency of the Maldives is Rufiya (RF).

Also known as Maldivian rupee, the recent exchange rate is 1mvr = 0.4y (April 2014). However, most hotels here accept US dollars and credit cards, so tourists do not need to exchange rupees. Another thing to note is that you must exchange in advance at the airport or prepare enough small amounts of US dollars in China to facilitate tipping.

The resort accepts US dollars and Rufiyaa. International credit cards and traveler's checks are accepted, but the bills are basically settled in US dollars. All consumption in the resort is on credit. That is, you use your room number to pay, and you can pay by credit card when you check out, so it is no problem not to bring cash in the resort, just some change will do.

Tipping Maldives is not a country that allows tipping, but you still have to tip certain service personnel, such as porters and room attendants. You don't have to tip in restaurants or taxis, as a 10% service charge is usually added to the bill. It is more cost-effective to tip in Rufiyaa, and the change you get back is all in Rufiyaa.

You can exchange your money back to US dollars at the airport when you leave. Cash and bank cards RMB is not circulated in the Maldives, and the US dollar is the most widely circulated in the country. It is recommended to bring your ID card to the bank to exchange US dollars and apply for a dual-currency credit card (US dollars). Please call the customer service telephone of each major bank to inquire about the exchange method.

It is recommended that you prepare sufficient US dollar change and credit card limit in China to cope with the expenses during the vacation. The Chinese customs stipulates that each person can carry a maximum of RMB 20,000 or the equivalent of US$5,000 in foreign currency. The excess amount needs to be reported to the customs in writing. Please try not to exceed the regulations. The excess amount may be subject to taxation, fines or confiscation.

So the currency you exchange is enough. When shopping in the Maldives, most large stores accept MasterCard and Visa cards, so you only need to bring a small amount of US dollars as a tip. The reference exchange rate (based on the bank's real-time exchange rate) is 1 US dollar is approximately equal to 6.2 RMB (you can exchange US dollars for Maldivian rupees (rf) at the local place).

1 US dollar is equal to 12 local rupees. As an island country, and close to India and Sri Lanka, the most common dishes here are fish, shrimp, crab and curry. Authentic Maldivian cuisine has typical tropical characteristics, and the food is full of the breath of the sea. Fried fish balls, gula, spicy fish cakes (kuliboakiba).

Several local delicacies such as foniboakiba are a perfect blend of island culture. Maldives is a Muslim country, so people here do not eat pork, and the beef they usually eat is imported from abroad. In addition, the locals do not drink alcohol at all.

The capital Male only allows bars that do not serve alcoholic drinks, and all bars are located in hotels. However, many resort bars and restaurants offer all kinds of alcohol that are common in other countries and regions, and even the room bars offer alcohol. Of course, they are all paid. The prices provided by hotels are usually divided into two categories.

One price includes breakfast, lunch or dinner (you can choose one of them), and another price includes three meals a day. Guests are not allowed to bring their own drinks into the restaurant. Otherwise, they may be charged a certain fee. Recommended Dhufaaechetai: the most popular snack in the Maldives, made with betel nut, betel leaf, clove, sour fruit, tobacco leaves, etc.

It is a snack for islanders after meals every day. Sweet and fragrant toddy: Made from palm tree trunk juice, it is the most famous drink in the Maldives and can be bought in some small shops on the local streets. Tropical fruits: In the Maldives, you can buy a variety of tropical fruits at the most affordable prices.

Such as breadfruit, coconut, pineapple, etc., fresh and delicious. Maldives Lady Wine (themaldivelady): Maldives Lady Wine is a local specialty cocktail, non-alcoholic but extremely mellow and strong. Each resort island bar has a different recipe, which should not be missed. Dressing Guide The choice of clothing for summer vacation is of course based on comfort.

Men's T-shirt + shorts. Ladies who want to take beautiful photos may also prepare a set of clothes suitable for sports in addition to various fairy dresses. Although it is not cold at night, it is still recommended to wear a sunscreen or gauze clothes when entering some more formal dining places. In addition, tourists should dress modestly when entering the mosque.

Clothes must cover your hands and feet. Female tourists are not allowed to wear short-sleeved or sleeveless clothes, shorts or short skirts. Remember to take off your shoes before entering the mosque. Sun protection 1. High-factor, waterproof sunscreen. And after-sun repair products. The sunscreen should be easy to apply to a large area. In addition to the face, pay special attention to the back of the neck.

Parts that are easily sunburned but easily ignored. In addition, you can freeze ice cubes in the refrigerator at night, and wrap the ice cubes with a towel to cool down the sunburned parts after sun exposure, which is conducive to skin recovery. 2. Hats and sunglasses. The local sunlight is strong, and the beach is also very reflective, so dark and high-quality sunglasses are very important.

But you should also avoid looking directly at it for a long time. A wide-brimmed sun hat is very practical. Shoes: For walking on the island, you need beach shoes that are not afraid of water and do not hurt your feet; for sightseeing, you need light sports shoes; it is best not to wear slippers, shorts, skirts, sleeveless tops, etc. in formal occasions. When snorkeling at the beach, please bring a mask according to your needs.

Snorkels, fins and other diving equipment, swimsuits, swimming caps, goggles, swimming rings, shoes that can absorb water, etc. Most resort hotels in Maldives can rent them (5-10 US dollars/day) or borrow them for free. If you have high requirements for the quality of snorkeling equipment or want to save money, you can also buy them in advance and bring them from China.

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Others: swimsuit (bikini is preferred), swimming goggles, swimming cap, underwater camera/camera waterproof case (disposable underwater camera is recommended), charger, mosquito repellent, snacks, magazines or books, mobile phone, camera, video camera, film/videotape (make sure to bring enough to avoid regrets)...

Most popular resort hotels in the Maldives do not provide toiletries such as toothbrushes and toothpaste, but they do provide soap, shampoo and shower gel. For environmental and hygienic reasons, it is recommended that you prepare toiletries in advance, i.e. razors, skin care products, cosmetics, sun hats, and sunglasses.

Please bring sunscreen, umbrella, watch, pen, notebook, towel, toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo and conditioner, slippers, etc. according to your needs. The standard voltage in Maldives is 220v-240v, the same as in China. The British three-hole square socket is commonly used in resort hotels. The hotel front desk usually has it, but the quantity is limited. It is recommended that you buy it in advance at a large domestic supermarket.

Buy a British plug converter from the online electronics store. For cameras, camcorders, batteries, chargers, and memory cards, please bring your own sealed bags or other waterproof packaging to protect your valuables such as electronic products from damage when you participate in water activities. Medicines: Local medical conditions in the Maldives are average.

There is only a simple medical room in the resort hotel, and the specifications of the medicines are quite different from those in China. It is recommended that you prepare some common medicines in advance, such as cold medicines, anti-inflammatory medicines, painkillers, band-aids, wind oil, motion sickness medicine, gastrointestinal medicine, etc.; patients with high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes and the elderly should also bring enough spare medicines according to their physical conditions and carry spare medicines with them.

China Mobile and China Unicom GSM have both opened international roaming in the Maldives. China Mobile users can receive calls in the Maldives for 2.99 yuan/minute, make local calls for 0.99 yuan/minute, and make domestic calls for 2.99 yuan/minute. China Unicom users can receive calls in the Maldives for 5.86 yuan/minute and make local calls for 4.86 yuan/minute.

Domestic calls cost 12.86 yuan per minute. If you need to communicate with your country frequently or live there for a long time, it is recommended to buy a local SIM card. Many small shops sell them for 15 US dollars, including about 30 minutes of calls. There are two main local telecommunications companies: Dhiraagu, a joint venture between Maldives and British Telecom.

Wataniya is a Kuwaiti-owned company. The two companies have separate network coverage. However, it has no impact on tourists' use of the network. The signal is very good in Male Island. It's just that the name of the supplier changes. Stores selling mobile phones and electrical appliances sell local sim cards on behalf of others. Competition brings good prices. Ask before buying. There are often special discount cards for sale.

Calls to China cost 3 Rufiyaa per minute. Shopping Maldives has a well-developed fishing industry. Therefore, its specialties are mainly rich marine products. The local area is rich in bonito, mackerel and shellfish. Tourists can taste these specialties in the hotel where they stay. In addition, if you want to buy souvenirs, you can go shopping in the shops on the streets of Male.

Male is the shopping center of the Maldives. Although the shops are not big, they have all kinds of wooden fish, coconut boats, hand-painted paintings, shell products, reed mats and wooden lacquer boxes. Entertainment If you want to enjoy the paradise island life that is unique to the Maldives, then participating in various water activities is essential.

Whether it is a high-difficulty deep diving or a parachute that allows you to enjoy the beautiful scenery effortlessly, you can enjoy it on almost every island. Tourists who travel with a holiday attitude may wish to try beach yoga, clear all your thoughts facing the sea, and experience every minute and every second here with your heart. Night fishing is recommended as a special activity suitable for all ages.

You can fish while looking at the starry night sky, and then have a barbecue dinner to feast on all the spoils. ps: You need to bring a flashlight and gloves when fishing, and diving gloves and diving boots when diving. Because there are abundant marine flora and fauna, coral reefs, a wide variety of fish and other marine life.

Maldives has become one of the best diving destinations in the world. There are thousands of diving sites here, and different marine animals and plants can be seen at each diving site. Local resorts also have diving instructors, and tourists who need to dive can equip themselves with diving equipment or rent it.

Only when you really watch the colorful fishes passing by in the sea, can you really feel the close contact with the Maldives. Water sports include surfing, sailing, parasailing, etc. Some resorts also allow tourists to try sailing out to sea. Generally, the best season for surfing in the Maldives is from April to October. (To be continued...)