The Maldives Islands is a group of islands in the northern part of the Indian Ocean .
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The Maldives a group of about 1,200 islands, separated into a series of coral atolls, only 200 of the islands are inhabited.
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The busy little capital of the Maldives, Male - the smallest capital in the world (length 2.5 km, width 1 km).
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The Maldives is the smallest Asian country in both population and land area. With an average ground level of 1.5 metres above sea level, it is the planet's lowest country.
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Every year brings two monsoons, Iruvai (the north-east) and Hulhangu (the south-west) monsoon. To most visitors this simply means the hot and dry season.
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The climate is tropical. Monthly average temperatures range from 24 to +30 ° C. Precipitation - up to 2500 mm per year.
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The islands also have a ton of marine wildlife: 1,100 species of fish, five species of sea turtles, 21 species of whales and dolphins, and 145 crab species.
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Over the last few decades the Maldives has transformed itself into a popular fishing, scuba diving, surfing and exotic resort and spa destination.
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Maldives is an opening for people who love diving. Numerous coral caves are interesting places for underwater exploration.
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Many of these tropical atolls and islands are simply gorgeous, with swaying palms, white sandy beaches and deep-blue lagoons.
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It is perfect place to sit on a beach and watch a sunset with a cocktail on your hand.