Every year on July 26, the Maldives celebrates its own independence day, because it was on this day in 1965 that the country received its desired freedom from Great Britain.

Republic of Maldives

Republic of Maldives is an island country located in the north of the Indian Ocean. The population is about 300,000 people. The official language is Maldivian, also in use is English. The capital and largest city of the republic is Male.

Interesting facts about the Maldives

• Maldives is the smallest Muslim country.
• 99% of the territory is covered by water.
• The ground level in the republic is approximately 1.5 meters above sea level, which makes the Maldivian country the lowest on the planet.
• Residents of the state are highly literate.
• The Maldives consists of 1196 islands, today only 203 of them are inhabited.
• Maldivian resorts are very dangerous because they are isolated.

How do you celebrate Maldives Independence Day?

Until July 26, Maldivians organize loud parades, concerts with the participation of schoolchildren and a ceremonial raising of the national flag.