[2024 Hulhumale Attraction] Travel Guide for Hukuru Miskiy (Updated Sep)

Trip to Maldives 🇲🇻

Upon arrival at Malé International Airport, we went to our hotel via speedboat. We also explored around the resort’s facilities. We then went for our most favorite place for Snorkeling Excursion. Most resorts offer guided snorkeling trips to nearby coral reefs. You may check with the hotel or resort in advance. For our case, we pay $50 per person. We also visited Malé. If you're staying near Malé, I would definitely recommend you to take a half-day trip to the capital. You can visit places like, Hukuru Miskiy (Old Friday Mosque), Sultan Park and Malé Fish Market. We also spent lots of time to relax on the Beach, enjoying the pristine beaches and crystal-clear waters. Just to recommend some of my favorite restaurants 🏖️ One of my most favorite restaurant will be The Lighthouse Restaurant, Baros Maldives. They served very very fresh seafood. It offered a romantic dining with views over the lagoon We had very good experience and really enjoyed the food and view. Do try out their seafood chowder which I think it’s the best 🥰🥰🥰 💰 $150-250 I would also recommend you Reef Club, One&Only Reethi Rah. They served mainly Italian food. We tried the seafood and also Wood-fired pizzas which was recommended by the staff. It was really delicious, and the pizza was very crispy. 💰 $50-70 per person. Aside from snorkeling, we also spent some time for Scuba Diving. The Maldives is famous for its world-class dive sites. You can also check out for Banana Reef, Fish Head. I think the price is reasonable. All the staffs were really nice and professional. 💰 They charge about $100-150 per dive (including gear) We also explored activities like Jet Skiing, Parasailing 🪂 Kayaking. 💰Normally it costs around $50-100 per activity. After all the hectic activities, we also spent time to explore the Sunset Dolphin Cruise🚢 A relaxing way to end our trip. Overall, the trip was very relaxing. We really enjoy it and hope to come back again soon. Last but not least, if you’re a big fan of Yoga like me, definitely try out their Sunrise Yoga. Where you get to experience yoga session on the beach. 💰$20-50 #weekendgetaways #vacation #beach

Very beautiful, very old mosque. Great wooden ceilings and very Maldivian style carving in wood, which isn't done anymore because there is no more native wood. Nonmuslims are only allowed in at certain times, NOT during the times of prayer. Please dress appropriately, long sleeves and pants and a head scarf for women #givethanks #givethanks

Half-day guide to a city walk in Malé, the capital of the Maldives.

Malé, the capital of the Maldives, is a compact and vibrant city. We spent half a day here before going to Kani Island. The sea here is also very beautiful! When you leave the airport, you will really feel that the ceiling of the glass sea is here! To be honest, you can stroll around slowly and finish it in one day~ Recommended attractions🚗: Sultan Park: This is a quiet oasis in Malé, with the National Museum in the park. Here you can learn about the history and culture of the Maldives. After the visit, you can stroll in the park and enjoy a moment of tranquility. - Friday Mosque, Hukuru Miskiy: This centuries-old coral stone mosque is one of the most famous landmarks in Malé. Remember to wear long pants and long-sleeved tops. Female tourists also need to wear a headscarf to visit. - Fish Market: Located on the waterfront road, this is a good place to experience local life. In the afternoon, the fishermen will return with the day's catch, and the market is full of fresh seafood. Even if you don't buy it, you can watch the lively trading scene. Recommended food👍🏻: Try authentic Maldivian dishes. It is recommended to taste mas huni (tuna salad), garudhiya (fish soup) or various seafood barbecues. Malé has many good restaurants that offer these dishes. Tips💡 - Don't miss buying some handicrafts when shopping in Malé, such as woven baskets, shell jewelry, etc. as souvenirs. - Although English is widely used locally, learning a few simple Dhivehi greetings can help you communicate better with locals. - Pay attention to respect local customs and habits, especially near religious places.

The world's smallest capital—Malé

Recommended attractions on Malé Island (walking tour): Personally, I suggest not staying overnight. Really, you don't need to. You're in the Maldives... you should definitely stay on an island, no, all of them are islands 🏝️, you should definitely stay on a resort island! Unless your flight arrives late and there's no transfer. The expenses on the island are very high, and if they see you're Chinese, the menu prices might be even higher. King Salman Mosque: Islam is the state religion of the Maldives. To understand the religious culture, you might want to check out this largest mosque in the country 🕌. The architecture is very avant-garde and modern! Don't be confused, it is the largest in the Maldives, it's that simple. Islamic Centre: The Islamic Centre is named after the country's great hero and holds significant commemorative value for the locals. The grand golden dome of the mosque, exquisite wood carvings, and Arabic calligraphy wall decorations are all worth seeing. Sultan Park: Built on the southern side of the old site of the Maldivian palace from the 16th century, part of the Sultan's palace still stands in the park, just this piece of land! Old Mosque: Built in 1658, it is currently the oldest building in Malé. It is not only a spiritual pillar of faith for the locals but also a masterpiece of Maldivian craftsmen who used local materials—the mosque includes roofs, ceilings, and other structures made from coral blocks, coral pillars, coral carvings, traditional Maldivian wood carvings, and lacquerware. National Museum: The National Museum houses many historical artifacts, from the Stone Age to the Buddhist era to the Islamic monarch period, including fragments of royal artifacts. You can even find porcelain sent by Zheng He during his voyages to the West. Fish Market: The fish market is a very down-to-earth attraction 🎣. Nearby fishermen bring their daily catch here to sell. If you want to understand local life or buy fresh seafood, don't miss it 🦑. Mulee Aage: Originally built as a palace by the last Sultan, it was transformed into the presidential office and residence after the republic was established. Although general tourists are not allowed inside, you can take photos at the entrance. If you take a boat, you can store your luggage at the official luggage storage at the airport for $7 per item. After storing your luggage, go straight out to the left, cross the road, and on the left side, there's a small house where you can buy boat tickets for $1 per person. When returning, you can buy tickets from the same place where you got off the boat. Walk towards the fish market after getting off the boat, passing by the Presidential Palace and Independence Square, which is filled with pigeons. Then you'll see a green house, which is their fruit and vegetable market. Pass through it, and on the left is the fish market. If you walk to the right towards the sea, you can see a large group of stingrays. It's said that seeing a devil ray brings good luck! You can then take a loop walk, which takes 15-20 minutes, passing by the white mosque, the monument, Sultan Park, the blue-domed mosque, and next to it is the artificial beach. From there, you can see the China-Maldives Friendship Bridge in the distance. My panoramic photo is a bit distorted, haha. After that, you can return to the pier and take a boat back to the airport. The whole trip takes just two hours! You can tour the entire administrative capital of the Maldives.

Male.

Male is the capital of the Maldives and the smallest capital in the world. It is the economic, political, and cultural center of the Maldives. It is also a transit point for tourists to the Maldives. If the flight arrives on the same day and cannot reach the island, you will need to spend one night in Male. As the capital of the Maldives, Male is small but has a rich culture and historical sites. Only by visiting Male can you truly experience the lives of the people of the Maldives, which is one of the meanings and rewards of travel. You can fully experience the history and culture of the Maldives in just half a day. Male Cuisine: The Maldives is a Muslim country and prohibits the consumption of pork. However, as an island country, it produces a lot of fish, shrimp, and crab. Western restaurants and Indian restaurants are the main types of restaurants. Shopping: Male is the shopping center of the Maldives, where almost all shops are gathered. Worth buying souvenirs include various shell-made shell carvings, opal jewelry, and Sri Lankan black tea in various flavors. Activities: Although Male is a small city, it has a unique charm. Whether you are shopping and enjoying the scenery, or communicating with local residents on the beach, you can feel the unique charm of this tropical island country. Many black tour guides charge US$20 for a guided tour. If you don't need it, you can visit it yourself. If you can't find your way, you can't go wrong by walking along the beach. Most religious, life, and political attractions are concentrated in the northern coastal area. The straight-line distance from east to west is about 2 kilometers, which can be covered on foot. 📍Address: Male is located on Male Island in the central Maldivian archipelago.‌ 🚗Transportation: The streets are narrow, with people and cars mixed together. Speedboats are a common means of transportation in Male. You can also take a taxi and walk. 👍️Must-visit attractions: Old Friday Mosque, Sultan Park, National Art Gallery, Presidential Palace, National Museum of Male, etc. 🎟️Tickets: National Museum of Male tickets 155 Rufiyaa, Sultan Park free 💗Other tips: The best sightseeing route is to take the China-Maldives Friendship Bridge - Vegetable Market - Fish Market - Sea Ray Viewing - Friday Mosque - Sultan Park - Independence Square.