The reason why the capital city of the Maldives is much more significant than the rest of the islands is that it contains all the important landmarks in the country. This includes the National Art Gallery of the Maldives too.
It’s a special landmark in the Maldives
Did you know that it’s the only exhibition space that the Maldives has? It was built in 1999 to establish patriotism among the locals.
It showcases all forms of art
The National Art Gallery of the Maldives not only showcases arts and crafts. It also has photographic exhibits and conceptual works done by various local artists.
The National Library
Did you know that the National Library of the Maldives (also known as Gaumee Kuthubuhaanaa) is also located in the same building? There are different sections here such as the Arabic Section. English Section and so on.
Visiting this attraction
If you spend your Maldivian tropical holiday at a beach resort in Maldives the likes of Embudu Village, heading to the National Art Gallery is easy and fast. But if it’s from another island resort, you will have to come here by seaplane or speedboat.