Did You Know

… that the islands and sandbanks of Maldives constantly change in shape and size due to seasonal currents and monsoons?

…that Maldives is the lowest country in the world with an average of just 1.5 meters above sea level?

… that the shape of the traditional Maldivian Dhoni - like Nooma - was inspired by Arabian Sailing Dhows, which were trading ships of the 11th century in the Indian Ocean?

… that the iconic cowry shell, now engraved in many artefacts and handcrafts, used to be the official currency of Maldives?