Spending a day at the beach is often the first experience associated with a Maldives vacation. However, the island destination has a lot more unique and enjoyable experiences to offer away from its pristine beaches, some of which are mentioned below.
Relax at a Spa
Lounging on the sandy beaches isn’t the only way to relax in the Maldives. Enjoying a soothing spa treatment is another great way to reduce stress and uplift your mental well-being. You won’t be short on options as the Maldives has plenty of hotels like Heritance Aarah that offer luxurious treatments.
Visit the Grand Friday Mosque
One of the top things to do in Maldives to experience the island’s religious culture and history is to visit the Grand Friday Mosque. As the largest mosque in the Maldives, the building drawing intrigued visitors with its pristine white marble exteriors and immaculately decorated interiors.
Tour the National Museum
You can also dive into the history of the Maldives at the island’s National Museum. It contains a well-preserved collection of artefacts including royal costumes, ornaments and manuscripts. Together they comprehensively trace various intriguing past events that occurred on the archipelago.
Stroll Through Sultan Park
Once you’re done exploring the National Museum you can enjoy a scenic stroll through Sultan Park. What was formerly the royal palace’s gardens is now a vibrant park with lush greenery, scenic ponds and a calming atmosphere.
