
- Male
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Male ("Maa-lay") is the island capital of the Republic of Maldives. Surrounded by azure waters and blue skies, this was a sleepy backwater until about 50 years ago when tourism took hold and it became the gateway for luxury beach and spa holidays.
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Quick Facts
- Currency:
- Rufiyaa but US dollars often accepted
- Language:
- Dhivehi, though English spoken
- Flight time:
- 11 hours
- GMT:
- + 5 hours
- Weather:
- The temperature varies little, averaging 28C. The dry, northeast monsoon season is November to March (peak travel season), followed by a rainy, southwest monsoon from June to August
- Dialling code:
- 00 960
- Electricity:
- 230V, 50Hz. Some British three-pin plugs, but wise to take an international adaptor
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