‘Elei’, the Fuvahmula waves of everyone’s joy
Yasir Salih
When we were children, I remember going to the beach with my
HISTORY AND CULTURE
‘Elei’, the Fuvahmula waves of everyone’s joy
Sifah Saeed captured this stunning photo at Thoondu Beach. In the photo,
Traditional Mat weaving
Matt weaving AI illustration by Yasir Salih Fuvahmulah is distinguished by its
The human-powered waggon used in Fuvahmulah
Human inventions and endeavours to succeed in life are both vast and
Superb illustration of Maldivian artistry: the boat construction
Illustration of a traditional Maldivian fishing boat. Illustration by architect/artist Mauroof Jameel
Traditional Mat weaving
Yasir Salih
Fuvahmulah is distinguished by its marshy areas, taro crops, and wetlands. Additionally,
The human-powered waggon used in Fuvahmulah
Yasir Salih
Human inventions and endeavours to succeed in life are both vast and
Superb illustration of Maldivian artistry: the boat construction
Yasir Salih
The construction of boats is another superb illustration of the Maldivians’ artistry
Maldivian Toddy tapper
Yasir Salih
Toddy tapping symbolises Maldivian culture and traditions. In earlier times, it was
Distinct and exotic Maldivian women
Yasir Salih
Maldivian islands were first inhabited around 1500 BC. It is believed that the
A stone tell them time
Yasir Salih
In ancient days, despite a lack of resources and available technology, the
Sweeping through these passages is a risky maneuver
Yasir Salih
“Row quickly.” This is what the keulhu, chief fisherman who is responsible