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Male is the capital of the Maldives, located on Male Island in the Indian Ocean. It is one of the most densely populated cities in the world. Here is an introduction to Male: Attractions - Friday Mosque: The most iconic attraction in the Maldives, built in 1984, with a simple architectural style and white marble exterior. The golden domes of the two side halls sparkle in the sun. It is the main place for locals to pray.  - Sultan Park: It was once the palace of the Maldives Sultanate. It was destroyed when the Republic was founded, leaving only a small building, which is now the National Museum of Maldives. People have preserved the original royal garden outside the palace, which is full of historical vicissitudes.  - Independence Square: The center of Male City and the gathering place of political activities, it represents the independent spirit of Maldives and is one of the important landmarks. - Maldives Presidential Palace: It has a very Western exterior design and is a popular place for tourists to take photos.  gourmet food - Salt Cafe & Restaurant: Highly rated, with clever furnishings, a wide variety of Asian cuisine, and a terrace with a view of the vast sea. - Sea House Café: A casual restaurant located on the pier, offering a variety of food and drinks, with a fusion of Asian cuisine. - Symphony: A Chinese restaurant in the city center. The chef has excellent cooking skills and can meet the tourists' demand for Chinese food. transportation - External transportation: Velana International Airport, the only international airport in Maldives, is located on Hulhule Island. After the China-Maldives Friendship Bridge was officially opened to traffic on August 30, 2018, the airport island and Male were connected by a cross-sea bridge, making transportation more convenient. - Internal transportation: Due to the small area and narrow roads of Male Island, cars are not common. The main means of transportation are motorcycles and bicycles.
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