| Population: |
270,000 (2000 est.) |
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| Religion: |
Sunni Muslim |
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| Climate: |
Equatorial Climate (NW & SW Monsoon) |
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| Avg. Temperature: |
29°C – 32°C |
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| Geography: |
Group of 1190 Islands divided into 20 atolls |
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| Visa: |
30 day Free Visa upon Arrival |
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| Currency: |
Maldivian Rufiyaa (US$ 1.00 = Mrf 12.85) |
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| Languages Spoken: |
Dhivehi and English is widely
spoken |
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| Location: |
Indian Ocean About 500 km Southwest of Sri Lanka |
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| Local Time: |
GMT + 5 hours |
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| Electricity: |
The electric system is 230-240 Volts - AC |
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| Education: |
Schools follow the British system
of education |
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| Literacy: |
Functional literacy rate is 98%. |
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| Political Status: |
Independent Republic |
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| Economy: |
Based Mainly on Tourism, Fisheries & Trading |
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| Communication: |
Dhiraagu Provides Telephone &
Mobile Services |
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| Internet: |
Internet is available throughout the country. |
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| Access: |
Scheduled & Charter flight from
Around the world |
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| Independence day: |
July 26, 1965 |
