Maldives is a Country in the MoriAtlas geographic dataset. It is used as a structured place record for organizing nearby regions, countries, and protected-area discovery, and where relevant it can also act as part of the broader geographic area of Asia.

How large and how populated is Maldives?

Maldives covers approximately 298 square kilometers and has an available population figure of 515,132, recorded for 2,022. Taken together, these numbers give a much better sense of the location’s real scale than either figure would on its own.

What kind of physical setting does Maldives have?

Maldives is associated with the Tropical climate zone and has a recorded elevation of approximately 2 meters above sea level. These facts do not describe every local landscape detail, but they do provide a useful high-level picture of the environmental setting in which the location sits.

Which countries or regions are associated with Maldives?

Maldives is associated with the following country or countries: Maldives. Where more detailed internal geography is available, it is also associated with the following region or regions: Alif Dhaal Atoll, Baa Atoll, South Maalhosmadulu Atoll. This helps show whether the location is narrowly bounded or connected to a wider network of places.

What are the official and native names of Maldives?

The official name of Maldives is Republic of Maldives, and its native name is ދިވެހިރާއްޖޭގެ ޖުމްހޫރިއްޔާ. These naming forms add useful legal, linguistic, and local context beyond the shorter common name used in English interfaces.

What language and time zone information is associated with Maldives?

Maldives is associated with the following language codes: dv, en, and with the time zone Indian/Maldives. These are practical metadata points that help the place profile work better across localization, search, and international geographic browsing.

What geographic character defines Maldives?

Maldives is classified in the dataset as a coastal location. Coastal geography often shapes climate patterns, settlement history, access routes, and the broader natural identity of a place.

Is Maldives defined as an island location?

Yes. Maldives is classified as an island location. Island geography often gives a place a more distinct environmental and spatial profile, which can also influence how protected areas are distributed and understood.

What are the main country facts for Maldives?

For Maldives, the capital is Malé, the largest city is Malé, and the associated currency code is MVR. Together, these facts provide a quick practical snapshot of the country beyond its place on the map.

What codes identify Maldives in geographic datasets?

Maldives is identified by the ISO code MV and the country code MV. These standard identifiers are especially useful when connecting MoriAtlas place records to other structured geographic or statistical systems.

Which regions are associated with Maldives?

Maldives is associated with the following region or regions: Alif Dhaal Atoll, Baa Atoll, South Maalhosmadulu Atoll. This is useful for moving from a country-level overview into more detailed regional park discovery.

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Browse the mapped distribution of protected lands and marine environments across the Maldives atolls.

Maldives: parks and protected areas

Explore maps and profiles of protected areas in Maldives, including Hanifaru and South Ari MPA.

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National Parks in Maldives: A Geographic Protected Area Snapshot

Examine the scale, history, and habitat diversity of Indian Ocean marine conservation zones.

Aggregated Maldives park system records provide a structured view of marine protected area sizes, historical origins, and conservation designations. Comparing current atlas records helps researchers analyze tropical marine habitats, low lying island climates, and regional environmental scales.

Known protected area

4 km²

Area data available for 1 of 3 parks.

Median park size

4 km²

Median across 1 park with known area.

Oldest known park

Angafaru

Established in 2009.

Largest known park

Angafaru

Recorded area: 4 km².

Designation distribution

Marine protected area3

Habitat distribution

Climate distribution

Tropical2

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Explore the Mapped Geography of Protected Areas and Conservation Landscapes across the Maldivian Atolls.

Discover National Parks and Protected Areas in Maldives: An Atlas of Indian Ocean Conservation

Discover the protected areas and marine conservation sites within the Maldives, an archipelagic nation in the Indian Ocean known for its unique atoll geography and critical tropical marine ecosystems. Use the country view to navigate through the geographic distribution of these valuable protected landscapes, offering a structured atlas entry point for understanding conservation efforts across the Maldivian islands.

The Maldives is an island nation in South Asia located in the Indian Ocean, southwest of Sri Lanka and India. Comprising 26 atolls stretching across the equator, it is the smallest and lowest-lying country in Asia, with an average elevation of just 1.5 metres above sea level. The country gained independence from Britain in 1965 and operates as a unitary presidential republic.

Largest city:Malé

Currency code:MVR

ISO code:MV

Parks count

Capital

Malé

Area

298 km²

Population

515,132 (2,022)

Elevation

2 m

Coastal

Island

Mountainous

Landlocked

Park atlas3 parks

Trace the geographic spread of protected marine landscapes and island ecosystems across the Maldivian atolls.

National Parks and Protected Areas in Maldives: Your Atlas for Marine Conservation

Browse a comprehensive list of national parks and marine protected areas across the Maldives, highlighting conservation efforts within its unique tropical island geography. Explore the distribution of critical marine habitats and island ecosystems, offering a structured geographic overview for understanding Maldivian conservation landscapes.

A digital illustration of several small islands with palm trees surrounded by shallow turquoise water and a deep blue ocean under a pastel sunrise sky.

Marine protected areaMaldives

Hanifaru Marine Protected Area: Mapped Boundaries and Protected Landscape Details

Explore the protected marine geography of Hanifaru within the Maldives.

Gain structured insight into Hanifaru, a designated marine protected area located within the unique archipelagic geography of the Maldives. This entry details its mapped boundaries and the specific natural landscape features that define this protected marine zone, offering an atlas-perspective on its conservation significance.

Relief: Lowland
Water: Water-dominated

Hanifaru Marine Protected Area Maldives

Marine protected areaMaldives

South Ari Atoll MPA: Marine Protected Area Geography and Mapped Boundaries in the Maldives

Explore the atlas context of this protected marine landscape.

The South Ari Atoll MPA serves as a crucial marine protected area, providing a focused subject for geographic discovery within the Maldives. Its designation as a protected landscape highlights its importance in the region's conservation atlas. Users can explore its mapped boundaries and understand its contribution to the broader geographic context of the Indian Ocean archipelago.

Established: 2009
Relief: Lowland
Climate: Tropical
Access: Access unknown

South Ari Atoll MPA Marine Protected Area

Marine protected areaSouth Maalhosmadulu Atoll

Angafaru Marine Protected Area: Mapped Geographic Context and Protected Landscape Identity

Explore the protected geography of Angafaru in South Maalhosmadulu Atoll.

Angafaru represents a key Marine Protected Area within the Maldives, specifically located in South Maalhosmadulu Atoll. This entry delves into the park's protected landscape character and its precise geographic placement. Users can uncover details about its mapped extent and its contribution to the regional atlas of natural areas. Understanding Angafaru's position and designation is crucial for exploring the broader protected geography of the Maldivian archipelago and its marine conservation efforts.

Area: 4.04 km²
Established: 2009
Climate: Tropical
Scope: Marine

Angafaru Marine Protected Area Atlas

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Landscape and environment

Understand how Maldives is shaped by terrain, ecosystems, and seasonal conditions

Maldives geography, nature, climate, and landscape context for park-focused travel research

Explore the physical geography, natural setting, and climate patterns of Maldives through a location-first overview built for travel research, national park discovery, and broader regional context. This section helps explain how landscapes, habitats, and environmental conditions shape what people search for, where they travel, and how they experience protected areas in Maldives.

Maldives geography and landscape

The Maldives is an archipelagic nation in the eastern Arabian Sea, within the northern Indian Ocean. It lies southwest of Sri Lanka and India, approximately 750 kilometres from the Asian mainland. The country consists of 26 atolls stretching from Ihavandhippolhu Atoll in the north to Addu Atoll in the south. Though land area is only 298 km², waters span roughly 90,000 km².

Maldives nature and environment

The Maldives comprises coral atolls and islands with limited terrestrial vegetation. The surrounding marine environment features coral reefs supporting diverse marine life. The extremely low elevation makes the country vulnerable to sea-level rise and climate change impacts.

Maldives climate and seasonal conditions

The Maldives has a tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round, influenced by the Indian Ocean. The country experiences monsoonal seasons typical of South Asia.

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Park map

Trace the geographic spread of protected marine areas and national parks throughout the Maldivian archipelago, an atlas of island conservation.

Explore Maldives National Parks Map: Discover Protected Areas and Marine Reserves across the Atolls

Preview the geographical distribution of national parks and marine protected areas across the Maldives, an archipelagic nation in the Indian Ocean known for its unique atoll ecosystems. Understand the placement of these vital conservation landscapes relative to the many islands and atolls by exploring the comprehensive country park map.

Open Full Maldives Parks Map

Explore common inquiries about Maldivian park geography, marine conservation, and protected landscape distribution across the atolls.

Frequently Asked Questions About National Parks and Protected Areas in Maldives

Discover essential insights into the national parks and protected marine areas of Maldives, understanding their unique geographic spread across the island nation's diverse atolls. These FAQs offer clear explanations of conservation efforts, important regional contexts, and key details about Maldivian protected landscapes, aiding your atlas-style exploration and park discovery.

Other countries

Compare the regional spread of protected areas and park geography across South Asia and the Indian Ocean.

Explore National Parks and Protected Areas: Other Countries Near Maldives

After exploring the unique marine protected areas and atoll geography of Maldives, broaden your atlas discovery by browsing national parks and protected areas across other countries. This country-level view helps compare diverse conservation landscapes and understand their regional context in the Indian Ocean and wider South Asia.

India: parks and protected areas

Parks and protected areas in India, including Kaziranga and Keoladeo Ghana.

182 parks

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Pakistan: parks and protected areas

Parks and protected areas in Pakistan, including Hingol and CKNP.

66 parks

Pakistan National Parks Atlas

Sri Lanka: parks and protected areas

Parks and protected areas in Sri Lanka, including Yala and Horton Plains.

26 parks

Sri Lanka National Parks and Protected Areas

Bangladesh: parks and protected areas

Parks and protected areas in Bangladesh, including Satchari and Bhawal.

19 parks

Bangladesh Protected Areas Atlas

Oman: parks and protected areas

Parks and protected areas in Oman, including Jebel Akhdar and Qurm Reserve.

7 parks

Oman National Parks and Protected Areas

Somalia: parks and protected areas

Parks and protected areas in Somalia, including Ras Hafun and Lag Badana.

6 parks

Somalia National Parks and Protected Areas

Seychelles: parks and protected areas

Parks and protected areas in Seychelles, including Ste Anne and Curieuse Island.

5 parks

Seychelles National Parks and Protected Areas

Myanmar: parks and protected areas

Parks and protected areas in Myanmar, including Alaungdaw Kathapa and Hkakaborazi.

5 parks

Myanmar National Parks and Protected Areas

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Protected area types

Continue Exploring Maldives' Protected Area Designations and Classification Frameworks

Investigate the specific classification categories and represented protected areas within the Maldives. This route offers a structured way to learn about the country's conservation landscape, moving beyond a general overview to provide focused geographic and atlas insights into each designation group and its mapped territories.

Maldives Protected Area Designations

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