Malé - The Capital of Maldives

Population
227,486
Language
Dhivehi
Continent
Asia
Since
1965
Eco Ranking
137/195

Source: Environmental Performance Index 2024.

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Flight time from Malé to other capitals

CityDistance (km)Flight Time
Abu Dhabi30003h 32m
Singapore34004h 0m
Cape Town72008h 28m
Rome73008h 35m
Tokyo76008h 56m
Paris83009h 46m
London850010h 0m
Canberra900010h 35m
Buenos Aires1400016h 28m
Washington, D.C.1440016h 56m

Capitals with similar population to Malé

CityPopulation
Nassau274,400
Porto-Novo264,320
Gaborone246,325
Paramaribo240,924
Malé227,486
Wellington215,800
Podgorica187,085

Capitals with similar eco ranking to Malé

CityEco Rank
Mbabane134
Yaoundé135
Moroni136
Malé137
Praia138
Abuja140
Porto-Novo141

Source: Environmental Performance Index 2024.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What are the highlights of Malé?

    The Islamic Centre, fish market, local beaches, and the colorful cityscape are must-sees.

  • Which languages are spoken in Malé?

    Dhivehi is the official language, but English is widely spoken in tourism.

  • What makes Malé unique?

    The blend of island culture, vibrant markets, and easy access to world-class resorts makes Malé special.

  • What is the climate like in Malé?

    Malé has a tropical monsoon climate with warm temperatures and two distinct seasons: dry and wet.

  • Is Malé safe for tourists?

    Malé is generally safe, but respect local customs and dress modestly in public areas.

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Malé, capital of Maldives

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