Formerly a British colony, the Republic of Maldives is an archipelagic island republic. There are seven provinces in it. The Central and North are the most significant ones. The nation is made up of 26 atolls that are located in the Indian Ocean southwest of India in Southern Asia. With a 300 square kilometer land area, it is the smallest nation in Asia. The majority of the country is made up of beaches and flat coral. With a seasonal monsoon, it has a tropical climate that is hot and humid. There are roughly 579,330 people living there. With 215,879 residents, Male, the nation's capital, is also its most populous city.Additional significant communities are Addu City, Fuvahmulah, and Kulhudhuffushi. With more than 2 million passengers each year, Velana International Airport (MLE) is the biggest international airport in the nation. The airport serves as the primary entry point for visitors to the Maldives and offers access to locations across the globe. Islam and Arabic culture have a major influence on the Maldives. Most people in the population consider themselves Muslims. Dhivehi is the official language. The Maldivian legal system is founded on sharia law, with the exclusive application of English common law in business contexts.The system of governance is a presidential republic. Ibrahim Mohamed Solih is the President of the United States and the head of state. Every five years, there are elections, and the president is chosen directly by the people. The Maldivian Rufiyaa (MVR), the official currency, is now worth MVR 15.41 per USD. With an open economy, the nation produces a GDP of about $8.6 billion. The per capita income of its people is $23,154. The services and industries sectors account for the majority of the GDP. The great majority of the nation's income comes from tourism. For a significant portion of the populace, the fishing and fish processing industries are equally significant to tourism..The Maldives is a very well-liked travel destination for people from all over the world because of its abundance of natural tourism attractions. It is well-known for its expansive beaches and private island getaways. The capital, Male, Hulhumale Island, Maafushi, Utheemu, Veligandu Island, and the Banana Reef are a some of the important locations. Diving, hiking, fishing, and water sports are the main tourist attractions. Approximately 1.5 million visitors from all over the world come to the country each year.
