Maldives
country · Maldives
Overview
Maldives is a country in Asia, with its capital at Male.
Key facts
| Country | Maldives |
|---|---|
| Currency | MVR |
About the country
Maldives is a country in Asia.
The capital city is Male.
Practical information
The currency is the MVR (Rufiyaa).
The main language spoken is Dhivehi.
Traffic drives on the left.
Getting there
Most international visitors arrive in Maldives by air; use the Find flights link to search live fares to its main gateways.
Cities in Maldives
Among the places worth a look in Maldives are Male, Fuvahmulah, Hithadhoo, Kulhudhuffushi, Thinadhoo, Naifaru, Dhihdhoo, Viligili, Funadhoo and Eydhafushi — each has its own guide and sits on the globe for trip-planning.
Exploring the country
A trip to Maldives usually combines a gateway city with a run into the surrounding region; start on the globe to see how the pieces link up by air, road, rail or sea.
Regions & places
Where to stay in Maldives
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Getting around Maldives
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On the map
Sources & method
- GeoNames country — currency, languages, capital · retrieved 2026-08-12T15:10:01+00:00
Data compiled 2026-09-18 · editorial checks: passed. See our methodology for how Head Your Way sources and reviews travel data.