Itinerary
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Stop At: Hukuru Miskiiy Mosque, Henveiru, Male
The Malé Friday Mosque or the Malé Hukuru Miskiy, also known as the Old Friday Mosque is one of the oldest and most ornate mosques in the city of Malé, Kaafu Atoll, Maldives. Coral boulders of the genus Porites, found throughout the archipelago, are the basic materials used for construction of this and other mosques in the country because of its suitability. Although the coral is soft and easily cut to size when wet, it makes sturdy building blocks when dry. The mosque was added to the tentative UNESCO World Heritage cultural list in 2008 as unique examples of sea-culture architecture.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Muliaage (Palace), Medhuziyaaraiy Magu, 5GH6+2WH, Male' City 20115, Maldives
Presidential Palace (Muliaage), also transliterated as Mulee Aage, Mulee-age, Mulee'aage, or Muleeaage, is the official residence of the President of the Maldives. The Muliaage is located in the ward of Henveiru in the historic center of Malé. It is in close proximity of the Medhu Ziyaaraiy, the Friday Mosque, and the Munnaru (Grand Minaret of Malé).
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Male Fish Market, Male
Visiting the Malé Fish Market is a must for anyone seeking a glimpse into the vibrant local culture of the Maldives. This bustling market is a hub of activity, with fishermen bringing in their fresh Caught fishes and selling.
Duration: 25 minutes
Stop At: Male Local Market, Male
When in Male, do not miss the local fruit and vegetable market if you're looking to stock up on fresh produce. The market is very compact and sells items such as Maldivian dry fish, spices, green coconuts and snacks (made primarily with sesame seeds, rice and peanuts).
Duration: 35 minutes
Stop At: Grand Friday Mosque, Male
The Grand Friday Mosque located in the centre is named after one of the most celebrated Maldivian heroes, Sultan Muhammad Thakurufaanu al-Auzam of the Maldives. The mosque is the largest mosque in the Maldives, and also one of the largest in South Asia, admitting over 5,000 people.
Duration: 25 minutes
Stop At: National Museum, Chaandhanee Magu, Male
With the purpose of preserving history and instilling patriotism among the people of the Maldives,[citation needed] the museum has a large collection of historical artifacts, ranging from stone objects to fragments of royal antiquities from the Buddhist era to the rule of Islamic monarchs.
Duration: 45 minutes