Maldives | History, Points of Interest, Location, & Tourism
OverviewLandPeopleEconomyAgriculture, forestry, and fishingManufacturingTradeServicesLabour and taxationTransportationThe Maldive Islands are a series of coral atolls built up from the crowns of a submerged ancient volcanic mountain range. All the islands are low-lying, none rising to more than 6 feet (1.8 metres) above sea level. Barrier reefs protect the islands from the destructive effects of monsoons. The rainy season, from May to August, is brought by the sou...See more on britannica Author: The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannicamaldivestourism
Where is the Maldives islands? Location on World
Discover the exact location of the Maldives islands on the world map. Located in the Indian Ocean, southwest of Sri Lanka and India. A must-visit vacation spot.