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<p><b>New page</b></p><div>[[file:Gaumii_salaam.ogg|thumb|Gaumii salaam]] [[file:Maldives_(orthographic_projection).svg|thumb|Maldives (orthographic projection)|left]] [[file:Maldives_location_map.svg|thumb|Maldives location map]] [[file:Loamaafaanu.jpg|thumb|Loamaafaanu|left]] [[file:ConstantinoBraganca.jpg|thumb|ConstantinoBraganca]] [[file:Codice_Casanatense_Maldivans.jpg|thumb|Codice Casanatense Maldivans]] {{short description|Island country in South Asia}}<br />
{{Infobox country<br />
| conventional_long_name = Republic of Maldives<br />
| common_name = Maldives<br />
| native_name = ދިވެހިރާއްޖޭގެ ރާއްޖެ<br />
| image_flag = Flag of Maldives.svg<br />
| image_coat = Emblem of Maldives.svg<br />
| national_motto = "މިނިވަނަކަށް ދިވެހިރާއްޖެ"<br />
| national_anthem = [[Gaumii salaam]]<br />
| image_map = Maldives on the globe (Southeast Asia centered).svg<br />
| map_caption = Location of the Maldives<br />
| capital = [[Malé]]<br />
| largest_city = Malé<br />
| official_languages = [[Dhivehi language|Dhivehi]]<br />
| government_type = [[Unitary state|Unitary]] [[presidential system|presidential]] [[republic]]<br />
| leader_title1 = [[President of the Maldives|President]]<br />
| leader_name1 = [[Ibrahim Mohamed Solih]]<br />
| leader_title2 = [[Vice President of the Maldives|Vice President]]<br />
| leader_name2 = [[Faisal Naseem]]<br />
| area_km2 = 298<br />
| population_estimate = 557,751<br />
| population_estimate_year = 2022<br />
| currency = [[Maldivian rufiyaa]]<br />
| currency_code = MVR<br />
| time_zone = [[Maldives Standard Time|MST]]<br />
| utc_offset = +05:00<br />
| drives_on = left<br />
| calling_code = +960<br />
| cctld = [[.mv]]<br />
}}<br />
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The '''Maldives''', officially the '''Republic of Maldives''', is a small island nation in [[South Asia]], situated in the [[Indian Ocean]]. It lies southwest of [[Sri Lanka]] and [[India]], about 700 kilometers (430 mi) from the Asian continent's mainland. The Maldives is one of the world's most geographically dispersed sovereign states and the smallest Asian country by land area and population.<br />
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== History ==<br />
The Maldives has a long history of settlement, with evidence of habitation dating back to the 5th century BCE. The islands were historically significant for their strategic location along major maritime trade routes. The Maldives became a [[British protectorate]] in 1887 and gained full independence in 1965. The country transitioned to a republic in 1968.<br />
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== Geography ==<br />
The Maldives consists of 26 atolls, which are made up of more than 1,000 coral islands. The atolls are spread over roughly 90,000 square kilometers, making the Maldives one of the most dispersed countries in the world. The highest natural point in the Maldives is only about 2.4 meters (7 feet 10 inches) above sea level, making it the world's lowest country.<br />
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== Climate ==<br />
The Maldives has a tropical monsoon climate, characterized by two distinct seasons: the dry season (northeast monsoon) and the wet season (southwest monsoon). The average temperature ranges between 25°C (77°F) and 30°C (86°F) throughout the year.<br />
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== Economy ==<br />
The Maldivian economy is primarily based on [[tourism]], which accounts for nearly 28% of the GDP and more than 60% of the Maldives' foreign exchange receipts. Other significant sectors include [[fishing]], agriculture, and [[shipping]]. The Maldives is known for its luxury resorts and pristine beaches, attracting tourists from around the world.<br />
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== Demographics ==<br />
The population of the Maldives is approximately 557,751 as of 2022. The majority of the population is of [[Maldivian]] ethnicity, and the official language is [[Dhivehi]]. The predominant religion is [[Islam]], which is also the state religion.<br />
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== Culture ==<br />
Maldivian culture is a blend of various influences, including South Indian, Sinhalese, and Arab cultures. Traditional music, dance, and crafts are integral parts of Maldivian cultural heritage. The Maldives celebrates several national holidays, including [[Independence Day (Maldives)|Independence Day]] and [[Republic Day (Maldives)|Republic Day]].<br />
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== Related Pages ==<br />
* [[Malé]]<br />
* [[Tourism in the Maldives]]<br />
* [[Geography of the Maldives]]<br />
* [[History of the Maldives]]<br />
* [[Economy of the Maldives]]<br />
* [[Culture of the Maldives]]<br />
* [[Politics of the Maldives]]<br />
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== References ==<br />
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