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The National emblem of the Republic of
Maldives consists of a coconut palm, crescent and star, two crisscrossed national
flags and the traditional title of the state "Al-Dawlat ul-Mahaldeebiyya". The
coconut palm, which represents the livelihood of the nation, plays an essential part in
the everyday life of the Malidivians. The crescent and the star, supported by two national
flags, signify the Islamic faith of the state and its authority. The traditional title of
the state, was first used by "Al-Sultan Al-Ghazee Muhammad Thakurufaanu
Al-Azam", the country's most famous hero. The title
"Al-Dawlat-ul-Mahaldeebiyya" means "the State of the Maldives".
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The National Flag of the Republic of
Maldives is Green, Red and White Green symbolizing success, Red symbolizing victory,
and White symbolizing blessing. |
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Pink Rose (Rosa pdyantha) |
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"Dhivehi Ruh" (Cocos nucifera)
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Gaw mee mi akuveri kan mathee
thibegen, kuree me salaam,
Gaw mee bahun gina heyo dh'uaa kuramun kuree me salaam,
Gaw mee nishaa nah huru mathaa eku boa labaa thibegen
Fehsai, Rathai, i Hudhaa ekee fenumun kuree me salaam,
(In National Unity do we salute our
Nation,
(In the National language do we offer our prayers and salute our Nation.
(We bow in respect to the emblem of our Nation,
And salute the Flag so exalted.
We salute the colors of our Flag Green, Red and White.
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Official English Name: |
Maldives Island |
| Official Maldivian Name: |
Dhivehi Raajje, commonly called " Maldives" |
| Capital: |
Male' (about 2 sk.km) |
| Disctricts / Wards: |
Maafanu / Machchangolhi / Heinveru / Galolhu / Villingili |
| Official Language: |
Dhivehi |
| Second Language: |
English |
| Faith / Religion: |
Islam (Muslim - 100%) |
| Islamic Sector: |
Maldivians are Sunis - the largest and most traditional sect. |
| Islamic School: |
Maldivian follow the liberal shafitte school. |
| Mosques in the Capital: |
40 |
| Mosques in the Atolls: |
710 |
| Justice System: |
Based on the Islamic Sariyah and the Maldives constitution |
| Head of State: |
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| Head of Government: |
H.E Nasheed |
| Head of National Security |
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| Type of Government: |
A Democratic Government |
| Week Holidays: |
Fridays and Saturday's |
| Republic Day: |
11th November |
| Independence Day: |
26th July |
| Victory Day: |
4th November |
| National Day: |
1st Rabeeul a'val |
| Time: |
+ 5 hours from GMT |
| Exchange Rate: |
US$ 1/- = Mrf 12.72 (buying) & Mrf 12.82 (selling) |
| Banking Hours: |
0800hrs to 1300hrs (Sunday to Thursday) |
| Government Hours: |
1830hrs to 1200hrs and 1300hrs to 1600hrs (Sun to Thursday) |
| Private Business Hours: |
0830hrs to 1700hrs (Saturday to Thursday) |
| International A'port: |
01 (on the island Hulhule) |
| Domestic A'port(s): |
04 |
| National Carrier: |
6 + |
| Sea ports: |
1 (on the island of Male' - Capital City) |
| Climate: |
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| Ideal Clothing: |
Informal tropical clothing. |
| Currency: |
Maldivian Ruffiyaa (Mrf) |
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