Apart from the breathtaking beauty that characterizes the Maldives, its culture is what attracts many tourists to these islands. The Maldivian culture is heavily influenced by Arabs, Persians, and even Africans. Some of the best Maldives island resorts offer the best of the country’s culture to their guests, particularly in terms of food.
Music and Dance
Maldivian music and dance are a vibrant part of the country’s culture. These performances also display some influences from the surrounding nations. One of the most popular cultural performances is “Bodu Beru”, which is a traditional dance performed by a group of men accompanied by drummers and singers.
Food
In the Maldives, the fishing industry is what thrives the most after tourism. And one can look forward to eating a lot of fresh seafood such as tuna, crab, prawns, and lobster during their stay at properties such as Hard Rock Hotel Maldives. The traditional Maldivian cuisine brims with so much flavour, and they tend to be hot and spicy – not to mention delicious!
Dress
The Maldivians are quite conservative in their clothing choices. Males dress in a sarong and cotton shirt whereas the females adorn themselves with the traditional libaa, a long dress that has intricate thread designs.
Religion
The Maldives is a country of the Islamic faith. Religion has influenced many facets of culture. The natives are prohibited from liquor and pork consumption; however, guests can enjoy cocktails and other alcoholic beverages at the comfort of their resorts.