Male' the Capital

Male' is home to about 27 percent of the country's population. The Male' landscape is characterised by high-rise buildings, and is in stark contrast to the rest of the country. Most of the government offices are in Male', and most commercial activities are centred in Male'. The island is a full of contrast, from the hustle and bustle of the main market area along the harbour front, to the numerous coffee houses in the eastern side of Male' along the area known as the artificial beach. Areas of interest in Male' include, the National Museum, Islamic Centre, Hukuru Miskiiy, Jumhooree Maidhaan, the fish market, and Muleeaage. Despite a proliferation of the high rise buildings, and lack of land Male' is still relatively green and pleasant.