| Soneva Gili Resort & Spa, the first all over water villa resort in the Maldives
, is set on the private tropical island of Lankanfushi . Soneva Gili is situated
in the North Male’ Atoll, one of 20 atolls that stretch over 800 kilometers
through the Indian Ocean, and is the one of the 1190 islands which make up the
Maldives. Lankanfushi is located in one of the largest lagoons in the Maldives
. Apart from the clear water, for which the Maldives is world renowned, the island
and lagoon provides the unique experience of combining natural lush vegetation
on the island and an abundance of fish around the island. |
| A/C Rooms, Hot & Cold Water,
Hair Dryer, Mini Bar, IDD Telephone, Satellite Television
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The Islamic Center (Masjid-al-Sultan Mohamed Thakurufaanu-al-A”z”am)
1984 Male’s most famous architectural landmark is the three-storey Islamic Centre. The shining golden dome of the mosque is a stand out as well as also the interior walls, which are decorated with beautiful woodcarvings and Arabic calligraphy.
Hukuru Miskiiy (Friday Mosque)
The Hukuru Miskiiy was built in 1656. The interior and exterior walls of this historic mosque, built with coral stones, are intricately carved with Arabic writings and ornamental patterns.
Munnaru (Minaret)
Close to the Friday Mosque is this gleaming white minaret built in 1675. The chief muezzin of Male’ called the faithful to prayer from this minaret before the Islamic Centre was built.
Medhu Ziyaarath (The shrine of Abu al Barakaath Yusuf al Barbari),
Abu al Barakaath Yusuf al Barbari North African believed to be responsible for converting the Maldives to Islam way back in 1153.
Mulee-aage (The former Presidential Palace)
The Palace was originally built by Sultan Samsuddeen III for his son just before the First World War.
Sultan Park and the National Museum
The Sultan’s Palace was demolished except for a three-story building and the palace grounds were turned in to a public park, known as the “Sultan Park”.
The remaining palace building within the park is today the “National Museum”.
See the “long ear” sculptures from the “sun worshippers” who visited Maldives many thousands of years ago
Tomb of Mohamed Thakurufaanu
This tomb is erected in the compound of the “Bihuroazu Kamanaa mosque”, in memory of Sultan Ghazee Mohamed Thakurufaanu, regarded as the greatest of national heroes. He liberated the country from Portuguese rule, who had been occupying the land for 15 years after defeating Sultan Ali VI in 1558.
WHAT MORE…
Jumhooree Maidan: Male’s most popular place for gatherings and relaxation.
It is also one of the favourite evening hang out for
children. On the eastern end of the square stands the
official flag post on which is hosted a permanent flag, the
largest in the country.
Local Fish market : Where the local fisherman displays their daily catches.
Famous Maldivian catches are Skipjacks. Both dried and
frozen is famous Maldivian product. Known as "Maldive
Fish" and is the main export of the country.
Local food market: Where you will find varieties of local fruits, vegetables,
Drinks etc.
14h00 Departure from Soneva Gili Resort & Spa
14h30 Arrival at Male’ harbour by the “Jumhooree park” & “ National
Security Service headquarter”.
The Historical sightseeing tour begins to conduct with your Guest Relation Officer together with our Male guide.
During the tour your Guest Relation Officer will assist in all your queries, such as shopping, general information, food. The tour includes a break at a local tea shop to refresh yourself with some local taste…
18h00 Departure to Soneva Gili Resort & Spa from the “ Jumhooree
park” harbour. |
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