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Maldives — silhouette, capital and facts
The Maldives is in Asia and its capital is Malé. With about 520 thousand people and 298 km², it ranks 187th in area and 168th in population among the 195 countries in GeoSilhueta.
Silhouette of the Maldives, scaled to the same size as every other country in the game.
Quick facts
- Capital
- Malé
- Continent
- Asia
- Population
- about 520 thousand
- Area
- 298 km²
- Language
- Dhivehi
- Currency
- Maldivian rufiyaa
- Flag colors
- red, green, white
Borders
The Maldives has no land border with any other country: it is an island or an archipelago.
Fun facts about the Maldives
- The highest natural point is about 2.4 m above sea level, the lowest of any country.
- The country is made up of nearly 1,200 coral islands grouped in atolls in the Indian Ocean.
- Tuna fishing is a tradition, and mas huni, a mix of tuna, coconut and onion, is a typical breakfast.
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of the Maldives?
The capital of the Maldives is Malé.
Which continent is the Maldives in?
The Maldives is in Asia.
Which countries border the Maldives?
The Maldives has no land border with any other country: it is an island or an archipelago.
How can I learn to recognize the silhouette of the Maldives?
In GeoSilhueta you see only a country's outline and guess which one it is. The Maldives is one of the 195 countries in the game, which is free and runs in your browser with no signup.
What are some fun facts about the Maldives?
The highest natural point is about 2.4 m above sea level, the lowest of any country. The country is made up of nearly 1,200 coral islands grouped in atolls in the Indian Ocean. Tuna fishing is a tradition, and mas huni, a mix of tuna, coconut and onion, is a typical breakfast.
More countries in Asia
Countries with a similar silhouette
Going by an automatic comparison of shapes, these outlines are the closest to the outline of the Maldives. It is only an approximation.
- Kiribati — South Tarawa, Oceania
- Suriname — Paramaribo, South America
- Sierra Leone — Freetown, Africa
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The Maldives is an island nation. See the full list.
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