Maldives * * * Republic (English: Maldives), referred to as Maldives (English: Maldives), is a presidential Republic country, located in the south of Asia, with a total area of 1 15300 square kilometers (including territorial waters) and a land area of 298 square kilometers, making it the smallest country in Asia. The capital of Maldives is Male, and the official language is Divich. By June 2024, the total population of Maldives will be 52 1 000.
The culture, crafts and traditions of Maldives are determined by the island environment and the surrounding ocean, and are also deeply influenced by the cultures of people of different races who have settled on the island at different times and the cultures along the Indian Ocean. The local traditional music and dance are deeply influenced by East African culture, while the traditional diet is influenced by South Asian culture. Islam is the national religion of Maldives, and most of its residents are Muslims. The residents of the island don't eat pork or drink. Except for local festivals, Maldivians celebrate almost all Muslim festivals. In terms of clothing, Maldives has traditional cultural clothing. Maldives is famous for its unique tourism resources. Famous scenic spots include Kwaganu Mosque and Cemetery, Adu Atoll, Friday Mosque and Tudu Buddhist Temple.