Maldives - holidays

Holidays in the Maldives are an important part of the local culture . They are a mixture of secular and religious events. The days of celebration, as a rule, depend on the lunar calendar. Any celebration in the Maldives reflects a combination of tradition and modernity. For example, traditional rhythms for which wooden instruments are used are accompanied by dance pop music or modern jazz.

What is celebrated in the Maldives?

All the holidays on the islands are celebrated noisily and cheerfully, most of the population takes part in them. Maldives are hospitable to tourists, so always invite guests to participate in the celebration. So, the most interesting holidays on the islands are:

1. Independence Day. It is of great importance, since it was on this day that the country gained freedom from the British. All Maldivians, from a simple fisherman to the president, take part in marches and dances.
2. Republic Day. November 11, 1968 Sultanate was abolished, and the Maldives became the Republic for the second time. This Maldivian festival evokes a real sense of one big family, as all citizens participate in cooking and entertainment.
3. National Day. Residents celebrate the victory of Mohammed Thakurufaanu over the Portuguese occupation forces in 1573. This holiday in the Maldives is an opportunity for tourists to see the color of the culture of the Maldives.
4. Where Id. The traditional Muslim fast of Ramadan ends with the beginning of a new moon. After it begins Where Eid. Families gather at the table. On the day of the celebration, people take to the streets, participate in sports games, live music around them.
5. Day of the fisherman. This festival in the Maldives on December 10 marks the importance of fishing for the people of Maldives. Fishing is critical for the economy of the Maldives. Most of the tuna that is sold in Europe comes from the Maldives. Be sure to visit this day the fish market .
6. International Film Festival. This is a significant event in the world of cinema, which gathers people of different ages, interests and backgrounds in one place, in order to unite them in a common love for art. The festival has a lot of opportunities to communicate with enthusiastic spectators, filmmaking colleagues, film industry professionals and the media in a beautiful place on the ocean.