Maldives
Malediven
Maldives is in Asia. Here you’ll find flag, capital and neighbours to learn.
- Capital
- Malé
- Region
- Asia
- Subregion
- Südasien
- Area
- 300 km²
- Population
- 529,676
- Language
- Dhivehi
- Neighbours
- No land borders (island / isolated)
Did you know?
- Geography
The Maldives is the flattest country in the world: its highest natural point lies only about 2.4 metres above sea level.
- Oddities
In 2009 the government held a cabinet meeting underwater to draw attention to rising sea levels.
- Geography
The country consists of roughly 1,200 islands, of which only about 200 are inhabited.
- Geography
Over 99 percent of the state’s territory is water — no country has a higher share.
Frequently asked questions about Maldives
Malé is the capital of Maldives.
Maldives is in Asia.
Maldives has about 529,676 inhabitants.
Maldives covers about 300 km².
In Maldives people speak Dhivehi.