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| The Maldives were for a long time a sultanate, at first under Dutch and then under British protection. They became a republic in 1968, just three years after they gained independence. Only one Island has been developed as a Resort in the unspoiled Faafu (North Nilandhe) Atoll. Filitheyo Island is 35 minutes by seaplane and a further 10 minutes by dhoni (boat) south of the capital Male |
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Safari cruises - take a trip around the native islands and see how beautiful the other, some uninhabited, islands in the Atoll.are.
Male The quirky capital city of Male is very small and quaint and is unique.It's kept clean and tidy and has a number of mosques, markets and a fascinating warren of small streets to explore.
National Day - celebrates the day Mohammed Thakurufaan and his men overthrew the Portuguese on Male in 1573. This held on the first day of the third month of the lunar calendar.
Republic Day - which commemorates the current republic, founded on 11 November 1968 is worth watching out for if you are in the Maldives at this time.
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The staple foods of Maldivians are fish and rice with chicken and meat only eaten on special occasions. the staple foods of Maldivians. The local cuisine includes fried fish, fish curry and fish soup. The local drink is raa, sweet and tasty toddy tapped from the crown of the palm trunk.
Coconuts are easily available but there are surprisingly few fruits and vegetables grown on the islands. Alcohol can only be found in the tourist resorts. |
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Filitheyo - Main Restaurant, this serves an excellent choice of local and international dishes. The large selection of international deserts are particularly scrumptious.
Filitheyo - Beach Restaurant. Buffets and barbecues on the beach which include a lot local Maldivian specialties are another tasty option.
Filitheyo - Coffee shop - this offers visitors a good choice of food and drink from an a la Carte menu.
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Sunset Bar Filitheyo. Try this attractive bar for light snacks and a drink during sunset.
Abandoned Ship Deck Filtheyo. This is a popular meeting place in the evening.
The Pool bar counter Filitheyo. An amazing place to sit in, yes IN, the sea and indulge yourself both inside and outside.
Beach Bar - Filtheyo. There is a weekly disco evening at the beach bar and folklore evenings, which can include a magician or even a fire eater.
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| The Filitheyo Island Resort is the only resort island in the Atoll with a secluded position and an unexplored reef. It is surrounded by a beautiful white sandy beach and is covered in dense tropical vegetation such as palm trees, rubber trees, and mangroves.
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