Maldives Tour
Maafushi Holiday Package Maldives Tour
About Maldives
The culture of Maldives is influenced by the proximity of the island nation to India and Sri Lanka. The state religion of the country, Islam, also dictates various cultural aspects of the people. Elements of African culture can also be observed in the Maldivian culture.
Established in the middle of the Indian Ocean, the Maldives islands are multi-faceted. The culture, traditions and customs of the country are influenced by Indian, Sri Lankan, Malaysian, Arab, Persian, Indonesian and even African influences. A fabulous cultural mix that makes all the richness of the Maldives.
In music and dance, for example, you will be surprised to recognise a purely African rhythm. The Boduberu, a traditional Maldivian dance, illustrates this perfectly. The language accompanying this dance, followed by the rhythm of the drums, will take you to East Africa.
#1 Garudhiya
Try this traditional dish of Maldives which is also one of the basic food items of the local population - Garudhiya is a fragrant fish soup that is usually cooked using fish, water and salt. It is served with lime, rice, chilli and onions.
#2 Mas Huni
A prevalent food in Maldives, Mas Huni - shredded smoked Tuna, served with grated coconuts, lemon and onions is a must try. The dish is undoubtedly the most popular Maldivian breakfast, eaten with chapati bread called Roshi.
#3 Masroshi
Masroshi is a chapati, stuffed with smoked tuna and coconut. The added flavour of curry leaves and spices will make you go 'mmmmmm!'
#4 Bis Keemiya
Somewhat like a samosa and spring roll, Bis Keemiya is an interesting dish that makes for a good snack. It's a pastry filled with tuna/hardboiled egg, sliced onions and gently sautéed, shredded cabbage. The authenticity of the flavours makes it a must try food of Maldives.
#5 Boshi Mashuni (Banana Flower Salad)
Somewhere between salsa and salad, Boshi Mashuni is a mixture of crunchy, shredded banana flowers and fresh coconut. While curry leaves, turmeric and cumin provide a delightful flavour to the dish, spices, lime and Maldivian chilli give it a tangy twist.
#6 Fried Yams
Yams are one of those few crops that are grown in this astounding island nation. As a result, fried yams are quite a popular food in Maldives! Crunchy on the outside and moist on the inside, the snack is served with sauces that make the experience worth all the pennies you spend.
#7 Maldivian Live Lobster
Lobster tastes best when cooked alive - it melts in the mouth and leaves a unique taste. Eating the perfectly cooked Maldivian lobster served right at your table is a simple pleasure of life that you would not want to miss on!
#8 Saagu Bondibai
Sago or sabudana is a popular ingredient of people's diet in Maldives, and you will know why when you'll try this pudding made of sago. It is warmed with coconut milk, and laced with condensed milk. The essence of cardamom and rose makes the whole experience even better. It is one of the best vegetarian food in Maldives.
| Eid-Ul-Adha | Eid Ul Adha festival of Maldives is one of the major religious festivals of Maldivians. This festivity is known by different names like the Festival of Sacrifice, Eid-e Qorban, Qurbani Eid and many more. It is celebrated on the 10th day of Thul Hijjah, according to the Muslim calendar. |
| Kuda Eid | Kuda Eid, also known as Fithru Eid, is an important religious festivity that marks the end of Ramadan, as in the Islamic month of fasting. Usually, the Kuda Id festival of Maldives falls on the first day in the month of Shawaal, according to the Islamic calendar. It is a three day long festivity, which is observed as a public holiday period. |
| Independence Day | Maldives Independence Day has a lot of significance, as it is on this day that this country got freedom from the clutches of Britishers. It falls on the 26th in the month of July. In the year 1887, Maldives became a British Protectorate. During that time, the Britishers agreed that they wont interfere in the internal affairs of Maldives. |
| National Day | Maldives national day is an important day, as it is observed to celebrate the victory of Muhammad Thakurufaanu over the Portuguese in the year 1573. According to the Islamic calendar, the National Day of Maldives falls on the 1st of Rabee ul Awwal, the third month. |
| Ramadan | Ramadan, also known as 'Rorda Mas', is one of the most important festivals of Maldivians. It has a lot of religious reverence. According to the Muslim calendar, Maldives Ramadan festival falls in the ninth month. It is basically the Islamic month of fasting, in which the Muslims observe 30 days of fasting. |
#1 Enjoy Snorkeling & Diving At Naifaru Island
Naifaru is one of the most visited islands in the Maldives that is positioned around 142 km north of the capital city of Malé. This island has numerous things to do in Maldives such as, enjoy snorkelling and diving, and get goose bumps rushing on your body. We are not done yet, you can also have a look at unique local attractions such as - cultural places, historical monuments and entertainment activities to do.
#2 Get A Romantic Massage In Maldives
A lot of couples have admitted that there's no better place than Maldives to get a romantic massage under sun-kissed beaches and luxurious resorts. Indulge in a sensual massage and spa on the sandy beaches and soothe your senses to the core. Numerous resorts and honeymoon villas offer traditional massage therapies on the white sand beaches. It is one of the most quixotic things to do in Maldives on honeymoon. Massage you must try in Maldives are One & Only Reethi Rah, Six Senses Laamu, PER AQUUM Huvafen Fushi and more. From an isolated sandbank or stranded mid-ocean lovely dinner to a tantric ceremony for two, let your mind run wild.
#3 Explore The Beautiful Islands
Maldives honeymoon is curtailed if you do not experience your stay at a private beach resort of near the beautiful beaches in Maldives. Enjoy floating in the blue waters with a romantic boat ride or just surprise your beloved at the bioluminescent beach with the Glow-In-The-Dark-Beach. There are more things to do in Maldives when on the beach. Not to miss are the islands like - Male Island, Hulhumalé Island, Biyadhoo Island, Fihalhohi Island, Maafushi Island and much more. Every island has its own peculiarity and activities to enjoy.
#4 See The Deep Ocean - Whale Submarine Maldives
This place is a certainly must things to do in Maldives, as it has fun, excitement and thrill. The fact that Maldives consists 99% of water makes it the perfect underwater and adventure sports destination for honeymooners. Whale Submarine Maldives gives you the prospect to live the true life of Maldives in a distinctive way. Enjoy the colourful corals, yellow striped Snappers, reef fish or spot a few turtles, a Yellow Box fish or a Lion-fish, you would love to include this in your things to do in Maldives on Honeymoon.
#5 Underwater Dining - Ithaa Undersea Restaurant
Ithaa is the world's first all-glass undersea restaurant that is situated at the Conrad Maldives Rangali Island in Alif Dhaal Atoll, which is the Republic of Maldives. It is five metres below sea level and offers stunning scenery that will awe-struck you. You can enjoy your food, meals, stay under the sea - all this without getting wet. You will feel that this restaurant is mysterious and would compare it to the tropical version of Alice in Wonderland's rabbit hole. If you are lucky you can even spot stingrays, turtles or even sharks. It has to be on the list of things to do in Maldives at night. You can also visit at the day time, but people say it's beautiful at night.
#1 Avoid Displaying Affection In The Streets
The Maldives is a pretty conservative country and public display of affection can draw in a lot of unpleasant stares and frowns from locals who may not be accustomed to such behavior. a peck on the cheek is prohibited too. So much so that it is against the law if you are caught. The farthest you could go if you are a couple visiting the country is holding hands and that is about it. This is definitely one of the things you should know before going to Maldives with your partner.
#2 Importing Alcohol To Maldives Is Prohibited
Being a Muslim country, Maldives frowns upon the consumption of alcohol. Even pork meat is not sold readily. It would be better to just steer clear of alcohol or pork meat in public as you might end up offending someone. Foreign tourists are the receptors of several dirty looks. Such actions may be interpreted as an attempt to corrupt their religion. So, to avoid any dire consequences better be safe than sorry. But these rules don’t apply if you have booked a room in any of the country’s resort islands.
#3 Do Not Wear Shoes On The Beach
If you ever find yourself confused about what to do and what not to do in Maldives, just go by the logic. For instance, this one is a very sensible point! Maldives has some of the most exquisite and pristine sandy beaches. When walking along the shores it is best to leave your shoes in your hotel rooms and wear slippers instead as you most probably will end up with grains of sand in your shoes that will prove to be very irritating as you walk.
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