Maldives is certainly a spectacular tourist destination whose scenic natural splendours make throats go dry! The island nation is brimming with glorious attractions that are bound to entice tourists into looking for cheap flights to Maldives, which is again not a problem as number of flights offer cheap tickets to the region making it a perfect cheap holiday destination. Beaches are without a doubt Maldives' biggest crowd-pleasers; however there are other popular city charms that just escalate your experience in the country.
Date : Wednesday, February 23, 2011
The Grand Friday Mosque
The Grand Friday Mosque is indeed a must visit tourist spot that is renowned for its graceful designs and breathtaking architecture which radiantly reflects the nation's captivating past. The sprawling architectural marvel can accommodate up to 5,000 people at a time.
The Esjehi Art Gallery
Esjehi Art Gallery is as fascinating as it gets! The art gallery allures cultural connoisseurs from every corner of the world and treats them with a lavish spread of majestic and intriguing collection of Maldivian artefacts.
The Islamic Centre
Located in the capital city of Male', the Islamic Centre is an exotic marvel that enchants and hypnotises its visitors. Magnificent murals and ancient elegant engravings of the centre impress one and all.
Best Time to Visit Maldives
Maldives holiday packages are popular throughout the year, however the period between December and April is regarded by many as the ideal time to visit this island nation. The climate is usually dry during this period which allows tourists to enjoy different Maldives splendours in their full glory. Christmas is another reason that makes the month of December the peak season to visit Maldives. There is no as such 'off season' to visit Maldives but the country experiences strong winds and rain between May and October. People may want to avoid it.
Festivals in Maldives
Festivals are a major part of any society and culture. Apart from offering a break from the monotony of daily routine, festivals reflect a region's heritage and history. Maldives too celebrates its festivals with great pomp and gaiety. There is entertainment for all in the forms of musicians, drummers, singers and dancers, and one can even try out local dishes during such festivals. Prophet Mohammed's Birth Anniversary, Ramadan and the National Day are few of the popular festivals in the region.
Airlines to Maldives from the UK
A plethora of airlines run flights to Maldives from the UK, providing holiday makers with a lot of options. According to their own preferences, travellers make their choices when it comes booking tickets. Some prefer cheap flights; some go for excellent business class amenities on flights; and there are others who opt for better on-flight service. Some popular airlines offering indirect Maldives-bounds flights to the destination are Oman Air, SriLankan Airlines, Singapore Airlines, Emirates and British Airways.
Visa and Passport Information
British Citizens are eligible to obtain a tourist visa for up to 30 days on arrival in Maldives on the condition that the traveller holds a valid ticket to continue his journey out of the country. Travellers' passport should be valid for the duration of the stay.