Category: Maldives

Also known as Male’ Atoll, this the central area of the Maldives. Kaafu Atoll is the largest atoll in terms of geographical sea area, that is mainly because of Kaashidhoo which is very remote from all other islands. Male’ the capital of Maldives is located in this atoll, this is also the home to Ibrahim…

Also known as Hadhdhunmathi, Laamu Atoll is one of the largest with several islands connect by a courseway. Domestic aiport of the atoll is in Kadhdhoo. This atoll has the potential to be major economic city in the future.

Located south of Noonu Atoll, Lhaviyani is one of the major industrial atolls in the country. First fish canning factory was opened in Felivary in this atoll and is still in operation. The canery is owned and operated by a governmented company called MIFCO.

Located south of Vaavu, is Meemu Atoll. A local airport is under construction at Muli, the capital island of the atoll. Medhufushi and Hakuraa are the resorts in operation, additional resorts are under construction.

In the recent years tourist has flourished in Noonu Atoll with some of the most luxurious resorts. More resorts and a domestic airport is under construction.

Located west of Noonu, Raa Atoll is currently the home to only domestic airport in the region. Some of the islands of Raa Atoll are very close to Baa Atoll. People of this atoll is locally well known for their boat building skills, especially the people of Alifushi. Boat yards are rare in Maldives and…