A scattering of nearly 1,200 islands in the Indian ocean, to the south-west of Sri Lanka, the Maldives is a paradise for divers and beach bums alike. The fact that the word atoll originated from the local Dhivehi language, is no surprise when you consider the archipelago forms 26 of these reef …
Fishing dominates the economy of Maldives ; accounting for over 60% of all exports, although the tourist trade is growing.