The Maldivian legal system--derived mainly from traditional Islamic law--is administered by secular officials, a chief justice, and lesser judges on each of the 19 atolls, who are appointed by the president and function under the Ministry of Justice. There is also an attorney general. Each inh...
The Maldives, nestled beside the Arabian Sea and governed by the principles of Islamic Law, stands firm against all forms of gambling. This stance renders both land-based and online gambling activities unauthorized within its borders. Despite the illegality of online gambling platforms in the Maldiv...
The Maldives, nestled beside the Arabian Sea and governed by the principles of Islamic Law, stands firm against all forms of gambling. This stance renders both land-based and online gambling activities unauthorized within its borders. Despite the illegality of online gambling platforms in the Maldiv...
a small number of women from Asia, Eastern Europe, and former Soviet states are trafficked to Maldives for sexual exploitation; Maldivian women may be subjected to sex trafficking domestically or in Sri Lanka; some Maldivian children are transported to the capital for domestic service, where they ...
4 days in Maldives 2025 is an ideal time to make the most of your tropical excursion. Our detailed itinerary will help you plan your trip without breaking your bank.
complete with champagne and portable versions of its restaurants' most popular dishes. The resort can also arrange any number of other romantic bespoke activities, like private snorkeling trips in the blue waters of Hanifaru Bay Marine Reserve, or couple's yoga classes on a remote island beach....
Maldivians travel abroad for a number of treatments. Because the country has universal healthcare coverage, the government pays the hefty bill. But with the Dharumavantha Hospital, “we can reduce the number of Maldivians we have to send abroad”, says Mr Munawar. “As a result we will...
The Maldives has been an Islamic nation since the 12th century, but was previously Buddhist and Hindu. As an important trading post on the ancient Spice Route between East Asia and the Middle East, there are influences from China, Malaysia, Indonesia, Africa and the Arab world in Maldivian cu...
The public areas are stylish, fraternal, and informal with sand underfoot. Service is friendly and quick despite the larger number of guests here when the resort is busy. The best snorkelling is off the east beach of Rangali Finolhu though those staying at water villas on the other island ...
As a non-muslim, you cannot enter the Mosque 15 minutes before the Islamic prayer starts. The usual timings to visit Grand Friday Mosque is between 9 AM – 5 PM. Location: Gan Island in Addi Atoll Entry fee: Free of cost 17. Utheemu Ganduvaru Many Sultans in the Maldives have done...