The Maldives is located south of India to the west of Sri Lanka. The Maldives Islands - an aquatic nation that spans across the equator in the heart of the Indian Ocean.
Rarely can you find a more beautiful nation with its secluded tropical islands and clear blue waters. The nation is made up of over 1100 islands grouped into 26 different atolls.
An atoll is a group of coral islands consisting of reefs and surrounding lagoons. Out of these numerous islands only 200 are inhabited, with 88 islands adapted as exclusive resort islands.
The Maldives has a hot, tropical climate. There are two monsoons, the southwest from May to October and the northeast from November to April. Generally the southwest brings more wind and rain in June and July. The temperature rarely falls below 77°F (25°C). The best time to visit is November to April.
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