Malé: Capital of the Maldives

Latitude and longitude coordinates are: 4.175463, 73.508804.

Capital City Port City Indian Ocean The Maldives Kaafu Atoll The Sinamalé Bridge

Malé is the capital city of the Maldives, located in the Indian Ocean. It is a small but highly populated area and is listed among the world’s most crowded urban areas. The city is situated at the southern tip of Kaafu Atoll, one of the Maldives’ administrative divisions. The Sinamalé Bridge connects Malé to Hulhulé Island, where Velana International Airport is located. Malé is also served by regular ferry services, and the Port of Malé functions as one of the country’s most important commercial centers.

Malé City consists of several islands, with Malé as the central hub, along with Hulhulé, Hulhumalé, Gulhifalhu, Villimalé, Thilafushi, and Giraavarufalhu.

One of the city’s most important landmarks is Masjid Al-Sultan Muhammad Thakurufaanu Al-Auzam, an Islamic center and mosque featuring a golden dome. Opened in 1984, it also includes a library and is located near Republic Square and Sultan Park. The National Museum is another key attraction, displaying artifacts from the Maldives’ Buddhist era.

Other points of interest in Malé include Artificial Beach, Lonuziyaaraiy Park, Maldives National Stadium, and Rasfannu.

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