The commercial fishing industry in the Maldives centers on two species of fish – Skipjack Tuna and Yellowfin Tuna. The fishing industry employs 30% of the population and is the second largest earner after the tourism sector. One of the major tourist attraction spots in Maldives is the Male fish market. Being the hub of commercial activities, Maldives fish market is a place that is always overcrowded with people. The shops at the Male Fish Market are stocked with a wide variety of products. It is here in the fish market of Maldives that dhonis from different parts of the country unload the dried fish, fresh fruits and vegetables collected from the various atolls. There are many hotels and resorts for a Luxury Holiday Maldives, but the Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas is for a perfect dream vacation. Anantara Kihavah Villas is located on the beautiful Kihavah Huravalhi Island in Baa Atoll, surrounded by the turquoise lagoon and beautiful coral reef. The hotel offers luxury with convenience and has five premier dining options including dinner on a yacht, an underwater restaurant and dining on the private beach.
While some ‘dhonis’ from all corners of the country unload dried fish, fresh fruits and vegetables from the atolls others are seen loading everything from foodstuffs to construction materials. The pace increases in mid-afternoon as fishing ‘dhonis’ start returning with their day’s catch. The catch, mainly tuna are carried across the road into the open-sided market and laid out on the tiled floors. As fast as the fish are brought in they are bought and taken away by men from all walks of life. The market is kept scrupulously clean, washed down each day and disinfected. There is no set opening and closing times for market, but you’ll find the best selection in the afternoon and early evening. The Male’ Fish Market is located along the inner harbor on the north side of the island, just west of Republic Square.
Chandrishan Williams is a travel writer who writes under the pen name, Caleb Falcon. He specializes in writing content based on the many exciting world adventures that await intrepid travelers.
