The private home for learning
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About 30 years ago, every morning I went to a household named
HISTORY AND CULTURE
Maldivian authorities chose on Fuvahmulah, a natural riddle, as a punishment island.
In the Maldivian islands, Fuvahmulah is the only atoll with only one
Collecting corals – a symbol of courageous living
Various archaeological and heritage sites bear evidence that Maldives has been inhabited
The art of catching frigate birds in Fuvahmulah
Artistic impression of catching frigate birds. Artwork by Yasir Salih The monsoon season—for
Anatomy of a Dhoani
Our ocean is vast and great. The underwater life is vibrant and
Bokkuraa- smallest boat
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The smallest boat used by Maldivians is called Bokkuraa. This is a
The art of catching frigate birds in Fuvahmulah
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The monsoon season—for Fuvahmulah—attracts thousands of frigate birds, or locally known as huraa. These
Maldivian women and the ‘Magic Powder’
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Maldives is famous for its white beaches, turquoise lagoons, and breathtaking underwater
Goodgooda- the adorable partner of Maldivian women
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“Aiseifaane, mix a mound for goodugooda (traditional hookah). Where is Aamineifaane and others,”
Kaizeen- The feminine pearl of Maldives
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The Republic of Maldives is an extensive group of islands consisting of
Sea Lettuce – the ‘famine food’
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Gifted with white sandy beaches and turquoise waters, the Maldives relies heavily
Genmiski- The oldest mosque in Fuvahmulah
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For over a thousand years, Buddhism was the main religion in the
Handi-The beautiful female spirit
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As night fell, I wandered down Finivaamagu Road. Abruptly, I saw a
The late Abdhurahmanbe: A legacy of courage and bravery
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The world was armed with nuclear weapons in the 1950s. Even though
Hand amputation was the first such punishment in Maldives history.
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I considered sharing this genuine story of robbers whose hands were amputated
Maldivians wore this special fabric for 200 years
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Maldives has a distinct tradition and culture. One of their uniqueness
Afihun- stupefying drug that was permitted
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Today, our society is poisoned with various substances of narcotics. The problem is
The unique ‘hair bun’ of Maldivian women
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Women from the Maldives have a distinct appearance. Their black hair and
Traditional boat with six-oars
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‘Hafaali dhoani’ is a boat about 15 feet (4.57 meters) long. This
Transporting impossible load
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In ancient times, transportation was difficult and daunting. Carrying heavy loads from one
Collecting corals – a symbol of courageous living
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Various archaeological and heritage sites bear evidence that Maldives has been inhabited
Sweeping through these passages is a risky maneuver
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“Row quickly. “Hurry up!” This is what the keulhu, who is in
Maldivian authorities chose on Fuvahmulah, a natural riddle, as a punishment island.
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In the Maldivian islands, Fuvahmulah is the only atoll with only one
A stone tell them time
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In ancient days, despite a lack of resources and available technology, the
Extracting corals for building houses
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Coral mining was an extensive activity in the Maldivian history. Coral is