General Country Information 🌍
| Capital | Malé |
| Country | Maldives |
| Currency | Maldivian rufiyaa |
| Main religion | Islam |
In numbers… 📐
| Female | 49.7% |
| Gdp | $5.528 billion |
| Size | 298 sq km |
| Population | 540,542 |
| Population density | 1,813.9/sq km |
| Kids per female | 1.8 |
| City population | 35.6% |
Weather ⛅
| Winter | 28∘C |
| Summer | 31∘C |
Language and Education 🔬
| Main Language | Dhivehi |
| Population able to read | 98.4% |
| Population with a college degree | 15.3% |
| Population able to speak english | 63.3% |
Well-being 💉
| Air quality | NA (AQI) |
| Is tab water drinkable? | no |
Safety 👮
| LGBT friendly? | No |
| Crime | 2.1/10 |
Transportation ✈️
| Driving side | Left |
| Main airline | Maldivian |
| Main airport | Velana International Airport |
Costs and Prices 🤑
| Cash required for everyday purchases | yes |
Prices for Everyday Goods 💰
| Item | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Bottle water | $1.5 |
| Cigarettes | $1.5 |
| Burger | $3 |
| Coffee | $2 |
| Beer | $3 |
Accomedation Costs 🛌
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Flat | $500/month |
| Hotel 3 star | $100/night |
| Hotel 5 star | $250/night |
Transportation Costs 🚐
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Cab | $10/10km |
| Petrol | $1.20/l |
| Rental car | $60/day |
| Public transportation | $5/daypass |
| Bike rental | $10/day |
Taxes 💸
| Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Tax rate | 15% |
| Vat | 6% |
Average Income 💼
| Income | $5000 |
Tipping 💁️
| Is tipping required? | Yes |
| Location | Tipping Amount |
|---|---|
| Cab | 10% |
| Restaurant | 10-15% |
| Bar | 10% |
| Coffeeshop | 10% |
| Services | 10% |
Digital 🤖
| Internet speed | 25.69/MBits |
| Tld | .mv |
| Free wifi | 8/10 |
| Population with access to internet | 75% |
| Phone mobile data | $20 for 10GB |
Electricity 🔌
| Power grid | 99.9% (Uptime) |
| Sockets | Type D, Type G |
Shopping 🛒
Opening Times 🕰
| Closing days | N/A |
| Closing times | 8:00 PM |
| Opening times | 9:00 AM |
Most popular Stores 🏪
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| Online shopping | NA |
| Supermarket | STO |
| Pharmacy | Pharmacia |
| Drugstore | N/A |
Fun and Relaxation 😃
Bars and Nightlife 🕺
| Closing hour of bars and clubs | Yes, 12am |
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Nightlife | 5/10 |
| Bars | 6/10 |
Parks and leisure 🎢
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Holiday Parks | 8/10 |
| Public Parks | 7/10 |
| Swimming | 10/10 |
Sports ⚽
| Most popular Sport | Football |
Food 🍕️
| Food Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Garudiya | A traditional Maldivian fish soup made with tuna, coconut milk, onions, and spices | 10-15 |
| Mas Huni | A breakfast dish made with smoked tuna, coconut, onions, and chili peppers | 5-10 |
| Rihaakuru | A spicy paste made from smoked tuna, chili peppers, and onions | 5-10 |
| Kulhi Boakibaa | A sweet and sour fish curry made with tuna, tomatoes, onions, and spices | 10-15 |
| Bis Keemiya | A deep-fried pastry filled with tuna, onions, and spices | 5-10 |
| Theluli Mas | A grilled tuna steak served with a spicy tomato sauce | 15-20 |
| Saagu Bondibai | A vegetable curry made with eggplant, potatoes, tomatoes, and onions | 10-15 |
| Foni Boakibaa | A chicken curry made with chicken, tomatoes, onions, and spices | 10-15 |
| Hakuru Boakibaa | A beef curry made with beef, tomatoes, onions, and spices | 10-15 |
| Falhudhiya | A sweet pudding made with rice, coconut milk, and sugar | 5-10 |
Drinks 🍻️
| Drink Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Raa | A traditional Maldivian drink made from coconut milk, sugar, and spices. | $2-3 |
| Bondibai | A refreshing drink made from coconut water, lime juice, and sugar. | $2-3 |
| Handi | A sweet and creamy drink made from milk, sugar, and rice flour. | $2-3 |
| Kiru Sarbath | A traditional Maldivian drink made from coconut milk, sugar, and spices. | $2-3 |
| Coconut Water | The natural liquid found inside coconuts. | $1-2 |
Souvenirs 👜
| Souvenir | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Maldivian Lacquerware | Decorative bowls, plates, and other items made from wood and lacquered with intricate designs | $10-$50 |
| Coconut Shell Carvings | Carved coconut shells used as bowls, cups, or decorative items | $5-$20 |
| Dhoni Model Boats | Miniature models of the traditional Maldivian fishing boats | $10-$50 |
| Maldivian Sarongs | Colorful sarongs made from cotton or silk | $20-$50 |
| Maldivian Jewelry | Jewelry made from silver, gold, and precious stones | $50-$500 |
| Maldivian Tea | Black tea grown in the Maldives | $10-$20 per bag |
| Maldivian Spices | Spices such as saffron, cinnamon, and cloves | $5-$10 per bag |
| Maldivian Handicrafts | Handcrafted items such as mats, baskets, and wood carvings | $10-$50 |
| Maldivian Art | Paintings, sculptures, and other works of art by local artists | $50-$500 |
| Maldivian Shells | Shells collected from the beaches of the Maldives | $5-$20 per bag |
Holidays 🍹
| Holiday Name | Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | January 1 | The first day of the year |
| Independence Day | July 26 | The day the Maldives gained independence from the British |
| Republic Day | November 11 | The day the Maldives became a republic |
| Victory Day | November 3 | The day the Maldives defeated the Portuguese |
| Eid al-Fitr | End of Ramadan | The day that marks the end of the fasting month of Ramadan |
| Eid al-Adha | End of Hajj | The day that marks the end of the Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca |
| Islamic New Year | First day of Muharram | The first day of the Islamic calendar |
| Prophet’s Birthday | 12th day of Rabi’ al-Awwal | The day that marks the birth of the Prophet Muhammad |
News 📰
| Medium | Name |
|---|---|
| Newspaper | Haveeru |
| Online news | Mihaaru |
| Tv | PSM News |
| Radio | Radio Maldives |