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the island. Inaugurated on 20 April 1982, it currently serves more than 343 students. Fuvahmulaku School (FS) which was owned and operated by the citizens of Dūndigan, is one of the three secondary schools on the island. Located in Dūndigan, it serves the south west part of the island. Government assumed full control over the school on 1 March 1992. Mohammed Jamaadudeen school (MJS) (formerly called "Madharusathu-Sheik Mohammed Jamaaluddeen" (MJM)), opened on 3 November 1992. It serves the north-west part of the island. The school was built by the people of Dhadimagu and Dhiguvaadu. This is also a secondary school. There is another secondary school on the island, it is Hafiz Ahmed School (usually referred as HAS) which was opened on 22 April 2004. It currently serves more than 500 students. There is also a primary only school teaching up to grade 6 called Brightways International School (BHIS) which was opened in June 2021. Brightways international education is a private art school teaching up to grade 6 from 1, with another branch teaching from Baby nursery to UKG
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Forces of the Maldives were the same, known as the National Security Service. The main objective of the Fuvahmulaku Police Station is to maintain peace and stability across the atoll. They carry out investigations into crimes and public complaints fairly and deliver justice to the locals of the atoll. The station also helps other government authorities in fighting and preventing crime. The station is commanded by an Inspector of t police, with a work force around 65 in combating the crime. Administratively Fuvahmulah was recognized as city by the government in 2016, Fuvahmulah Police Station became a division of Fuvahmulah City Police. Most of the officers working in the stations are natives of Fuvahmulah and they are well aware of what's Happening with in the Island.
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a local fisherman. The Fire Service was called immediately. But since fiberglass resin is highly flammable, and there was no sprinkler system, the fire spread to the 6 dhows and the fiberglass resin barrels in the yard. It took the fire personnel, Maldives National Defense Force and local 2 hours to contain the fire. A forensics team of the Maldive Police Service did the investigation. All the dhows were insured. In an interview with media, the atoll chief said the loss is estimated to be around MRF 20 Million, although insurance companies never publicly disclosed the figures. This fire is said to be the worst fire in the history of the island.
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road accidents, many of them fatal. The poorly constructed roads have indirectly contributed to road accidents. Finivaa Magu, the main road running from north to south of the island, along with the other roads are not paved. The only partly paved road is the Mohamed Jamaaludeen Naibu Thutthu Magu or else known as 'Ring Road' This road is still under construction. When completed this road will be the longest road on the island, running from the harbor and connecting all 8 districts.
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to this day. It is from Fuvahmulah that the branches of Dhiyamigili dynasty in Addu and Huvadhu Atolls too originated. Thus, the many educated figures and intellectuals from this lineage in Addu and Huvadhu Atolls, who later came up to be leaders in politics and different other fields too have their roots in Fuvahmulah. To name some, former Minister of Islamic Affairs Dr.
796:, the Decentralization Act of 2010 passed by the People's majlis specifically states that in the case of Fuvahmulah an island council has to be elected for each ward of the island. So like the islands of other atolls across the country, the wards of the island act as separate constituencies. From February 2011 onwards the councils have started functioning. 71: 501:. In the past, Fuvahmulah was a small coral atoll whose southern end was open at a spot called Diyarehifaando and the inside of the island was a saltwater lagoon forming a natural harbor. There is a spot on the southern end known as Kudhuheraival (forest of a small islet), which indicates there was a small separate islet over there in ancient times. 545:
pebble texture plus gravel beaches and fertile lands of humus greater in area than any other island in the Maldives. The two freshwater lakes in the island plus the many number of swamps and marshland areas in the island give habitat to different plant and animal species not to be found anywhere else in the Maldives. Among such species, the
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pilgrimage and when he returned he was murdered by drowning and his son Abdullah (later Ibrahim Faamuladeyri Kilegefaanu) was banished to Fuvahmulah. Abdullah or his direct descendants never challenged the authority of the Huraagey sultans and continued to live in Fuvahmulah, where their line remains
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Another notable figure from Fuvahmulah was the Maldivian cleric and poet Mohammad Jamaaluddeen, known as Naibu-Thutthu. He wrote several raivaru (Maldive couplets) books. These raivarus are taught and examined in schools, as part of Dhivehi language module. Not only was he good at literature, but was
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Formerly there were many bicycles on Fuvahmulah, an ideal mode of transportation on the flat, large island. Presently there are a large number of motorcycles. The construction of Fuvahmulah Harbour has led to a boost in the number of vehicles – notably motor cycles – on the island. This has increased
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There is a broad sandy beach at the northernmost point of Fuvahmulah in the district of Dhadimago. It is locally known as "Thūndu" (In official Dhivehi "Thundi"). Its sands are formed by white small round pebbles, which are unusually smooth and shiny. This kind of pebbles are found in Fuvahmulah only
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Being a one-island atoll itself and the third largest island in the Maldives (if not for land reclamation), Fuvahmulah includes a diverse range of habitats ranging from tropical woodlands and wetlands to freshwater lakes, well-vegetated marshland areas, white sandy beaches of different variations and
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Being the nearest atoll to the Equator and the first atoll in the Southern Hemisphere among the atolls of the Maldives, Fuvahmulah has many features which make the island unique. As H.C.P Bell says in his monograph, throughout history Maldivians themselves have fairly judged Fuvahmulah to be the most
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Historically the island was and still is, considered as a peaceful island with low crime rates. However, the crime rate has gone up, especially with regards to drugs. A regional branch of the Maldives Police Service was established on the island on 7 October 1996. Initially, the Police and the Armed
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Fuvahmulah is served by 11 schools. Consisting of 6 pre-schools, 1 primary schools, 3 secondary school (O-level) and 1 secondary school (A-level). Gn. Atoll Education Centre (GN.AEC), the only higher secondary school serving the island,(teaching from grade 7 to 12) is the largest education center on
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This is the most populous district and by area the second largest division of the island. This village lies in the southeastern corner of the island. It has merged with Maalegan on its northern end and Funaadu to the West. Being a center of learning as well as an important location for all islanders
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Hoadhadu used to be the smallest district in Fuvahmulah, nearly the same size as Maadhadu. During the late 20th century, the increase in population of the district led to pressure on land in the neighbouring areas. This led to a northern extension of the village, resulting in land from Dhadimagu and
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On 23 February 2007, a fire started at the boat yard near the harbor. The fire completely burnt 6 fiberglass dhows. Four of these dhows were 100 feet and the remaining two were 40 feet long. This fire also started around 3:40 am local time. Fire was first spotted, instantly after the fire started by
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Edhuru Hassan Naib Ranahamaadhi Thakurufan, the father of Chief Justice Mohamed Shamsuddin (Bodu Fandiyaaru Thakurufan) is also from Fuvahmulah. Thus, the Bodu Fandiyaaru Thakurufan family, which is considered by many authors to be the most knowledgeable family in the Maldives, along with the eight
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The high rate of fertility has resulted in overpopulation. With more than 13000 inhabitants, the availability of land for market gardening is steadily diminishing. The most updated population figure for the island is available on the Ministry of Atolls Development website. This gives a sex ratio of
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Lacking a lagoon and being subject to ocean swells, Fuvahmulah was often inaccessible to seafarers in the past. In the early 2000s a harbor was built at the southeast tip of the island, which minimized the problem to a certain extent. The construction of a domestic airport on the island in 2011 has
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The first Health Centre officially started its services on 12 May 1973. Even though the center was fully owned by the government, it did not have its own building, so the center operated in a private house. A separate building for the Health Center was constructed and the services began in the new
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The Wathaniya(now has been changed to Ooredoo) communications antenna: Located in the Aruffannu Magu and Mohammed Jamaluddin Naibu Thuththu Magu junction, it is the second tallest structure in the Maldives, along with the Dhiraagu Communications antenna on the island and in Gadhdhoo in G.Dh Atoll.
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ward by time led to the land from eastern strip of Dhiguvaandu and Dhadimagu wards being claimed by the village. A similar case occurred in the Funaadu-Dhoondigan boundaries to the south of the island. However, no formal changes have been made in any of the cases and area claims of different views
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to form at the Thūndu. The Bissaaveli forms when part of the sand of the beach moves away from the shore towards the edge of the reef, thus creating a lagoon, enclosed by sand and the shore of the island. This natural event attracts hundreds – possibly thousands – of locals who love to go to watch
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Hoadhadu is the first district in Fuvahmulah to have accepted Islam. The smaller size of the village with fewer people during the time of conversion may be the main reason for the village being the first district to be converted. What is clear from historical sources is that smaller districts of
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associated with the Dhadimagi Kilhi. The wood is durable in water and resistant to termites. It was used for boat building and for construction purposes in the past. Not only the islanders benefitted from it as it was also exported to the neighbouring atolls. This plant variety is nearly extinct
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is the largest vegetation of Jambul to be found anywhere in the Maldives since this plant variety is nearly extinct elsewhere in the country. Fuvahmulah is also the largest producer of mangoes in the Maldives. Mango trees are found in abundance and every year hundreds of thousands of mangoes are
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Many residents of Dhiguvaandu rely on white-collar jobs for their income. Retail business is a main source of income as well. The most prominent feature of this district is the "Chas bin" (an area of wetland) associated with the Dhadimagi-Kilhi. Large amounts of taro fields can be found in the
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This is the largest division of the island, located on the north-west of the island. A centre of learning as well as an important location for the island's economy. Throughout history, scholars and famous personalities came into being from this district housing many of the historical sites and
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Taking into consideration the geography of Fuvahmulah along with its size and population, the 8 wards of the island are officially considered to be administrative divisions which act as the replacement for islands in other atolls. In the past, a chief ('Katheeb') was appointed in charge of the
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Little is known about the history of Fuvahmulah, owing to its relative seclusion, partially because the island was historically very difficult to get to due to its geographic peculiarities. Despite this, island still holds a few historical landmarks. These include a much-damaged
1700:(Chief Justice) and the many number of Ministers and intellectuals to have served the country from this family also have their roots in Fuvahmulah. Sultan Mohamed IV (Devvadu Rasgefaanu) is the grandson of Bodu Fandiyaaru Thakurufan and thus he too has his roots in Fuvahmulah. 718:, the mandate of city council was further revised with additional powers granted through an amendment to Decentralization Act. The city council bench was further increased from 3 members to a total 7 of members, including the mayor. The current mayor of Fuvahmulah City is 779:. Since then, no changes were made though the increase in population of some wards has put pressure on the neighboring areas, resulting in the extension of some wards with time, and some claims out of the traditional boundaries. An example of such a case is that of the 504:
The channel connecting the lagoon with the ocean was closed by massive coral boulders in the past. Thus the inside of the island is lower than its edges. In time the inner lagoon lost its saltiness and all that remains today are two small lakes, wetlands and marshy
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beautiful island in the Maldives. This judgement remains up to this day within the hearts of many Maldivians who express this both in words and deeds on different occasions ranging from TV and radio programmes to the polls taken by newspapers and websites online.
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Building, the local market and many of the businesses. Mānere anchorage can be found at the southern tip of the street. About three-fourths of the Heraha mago is within Miskiymago and the remaining one-fourth is within Maalegan ward to the north-east of the
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in the Maldives throughout known history, Fuvahmulah has produced many great scholars. Many figures from Fuvahmulah have been leaders in politics, religion and in business since early times. One such figure was the Independence Hero of Maldives, former
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The former Dashukubaa village was merged with Miskiymagu. This village has merged with neighboring Funaadu on its southern end and Maadhadu on its northern end. The village also shares borders with Maalegan ward towards the north-east of the village.
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A tomb or ziyaìraiy named Riba, located in a lonely spot on the SW tip of Fua Mulaku Island. The islanders say that it houses the body of a person who had the extreme blessing of finding land and a decent burial even after death. It was destroyed in
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With changes over time, this is the smallest district in Fuvahmulah. Located in the center of the island, this district houses the strategically most important buildings on the island. This district shares borders with
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on the island for a long time in history. This mosque is surrounded by an old cemetery which is the resting place of several notables like Prince Ibrahim Faamuladheyri Kilegefaanu of Dhiyamigilee Dynasty and Prince
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Dhiraagu is the only landline telephone communication service provider on the island, as well as in the entire country. However, Ooredoo along with Dhiraagu provides mobile communication services on the island.
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It has been said that the island was depopulated and resettled thrice in the last thousand years owing to lethal epidemics. The last time the survivors of the epidemic vacated to neighboring Addu, Huvadhu and
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Diguvaandu wards being claimed to the village. Though this has resulted in a change of the believed-to-be areas in a disputed state, no formal changes have been made and area claims of different views exist.
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This village stretches along the island fringe facing the Northeast. With some of the most significant features of the island this district shares borders with Maadhadu, Miskimmagu, Funaadu and Dhoondigan.
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and former minister of education as well as Minister of Youth and Sports is also a native Fuvahmulah citizen. Among other notables from the island include the current Minister of Youth and Sports, Mr.
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Dhadimagu Fannu: An iconic feature of Dhadimagu, used for recreational purposes in occasions like Eid (Feast of Breaking the Fast). For Eid celebrations this place stands out in Fuvahmulah history.
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have diminished the dependency on fishing. One of the traditional harbours of Fuvahmulah, "Anbule Athiri" is located within Hoadhadu which explains the district's continued dependency on fishing.
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The appearance of the NSS (National Security Service) means that the armed forces of the Maldives established themselves on the island. However, the police was separated from the armed forces (
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building on 24 March 1988. As the population of the island increased significantly, and due to the isolation of the island, government upgraded the Health Center to a Hospital on 11 June 2001.
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when the Norwegian explorer visited Fua Mulaku. In front of the translators he demanded to know why such an important visitor from Norway would be more willing to listen to silly things (
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in the Maldives built (~c. 1300). The structure is made of coral stone and was built straight after the conversion to Islam. The mosque still holds congregational prayer to this day.
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An airstrip is functional on the southeastern side of the island since 11 November 2011. Currently, there two scheduled flights every day to Malé from Fuvahmulah and from Malé to
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which reigned the Maldives from 1692 to 1704 also has its roots in Fuvahmulah. The father of Sultan Ali VII, Shah Bandar Kilege, was from Fuvahmulah and he settled in
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Located just after Dhadimagu, this is one of the largest districts in Fuvahmulah. Apart from Dhadimagu, the district also share borders with Hoadhadu and Maadhadu.
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In the post-war era, tensions rose significantly between the Southern Atolls and the Central Government in Malé. Fuvahmulah was part of the breakaway state of the
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day-to-day affairs of each ward of the island as was done for the remote islands of the other atolls. With the introduction of local government policy in the
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Fuvahmulah converted first and the larger districts last. Hoadhadu is a remarkable ward in Fuvahmulah. Historically, many residents of Hoadhadu depended on
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Mohammed Jamaaluddeen School: One of the three major primary schools in Fuvahmulah. This school has been a successful primary school throughout the years.
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Cricket Stadium: Located in the Aruffanno Magu, Sosan Magu and Mohammed Jamaluddin Naibu Thuththu Magu, it is the largest cricket ground in the Maldives.
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Hanihari (Heniari) Miskiy: The first mosque to be built in Fuvahmulah. It was demolished in the 1950s and now only the ruins of its foundation is there.
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exist in modern times. The officially used maps and government sources as well do not portray any significant changes to the traditional boundaries.
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is among the descendants of Sultan Muzhiruddin through his son Mulaku Muhammad Manikfan and a lady from Fuvahmulah according to researchers.
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On 4 February 2007 a fire burned down the Community Center building. The fire started around 3:00 am local time. The Regional Fire Services,
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communications antenna, located in the premises of Dhiraagu Fuvahmulah Operations Center, stands 400 feet (120 meters) tall. It connects
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The Dhiraagu communications antenna: along with the Wathaniya communications antenna on the island. Both structures stand 400 feet tall.
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Gn. Atoll Education Center: The only higher secondary school in Fuvahmulah. Was the only secondary school in the island until 2018.
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on 4 June 2017. During its initial formation the city council was composed of three constituency members. During the presidency of
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produced from the island. Fuvahmulah also produces pineapples and oranges which cannot be found anywhere else in the country.
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Neregando: An anchorage of Fuvahmulah and a traditional harbour. It is a landmark of the boatbuilding industry of the island.
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and Fuvahmulah to the rest of the nation. Meanwhile, the ooredhoo communications antenna is at Fuvammulah Cricket stadium.
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landmarks of the island. The number of 'Hafiz's from this district outnumber that of any other district in Fuvahmulah.
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Kandhovali Athiri.. previously used a harbor with a narrow channel cut through reef to open sea. Now used as a beach.
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The local market: All agricultural products, as well as traditional food varieties of Fuvahmulah, can be bought here.
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Mānere: A historical harbour (anchorage) of Fuvahmulah. This anchorage is used in the NE monsoon season (Iruvai).
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This is the southernmost and one of the largest wards in Fuvahmulah. This district houses a center of learning.
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In time, some changes were made. In the 1950s, the number of wards were reduced to eight, with the village of
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Fuvahmulah City Council and its office was established following a presidential decree by former president
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H. C. P. Bell, The Maldive Islands – Monograph on the History, Archaeology and Epigraphy. Colombo 1940,
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is also from Fuvahmulah. He also served as the president of the Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs. Dr.
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Secretariat of the Fuvahmulah City Council: The highest administrative unit of the atoll as a whole.
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Naaibu Aboobakuru School: A defunct primary school in Fuvahmulah. Also known as Hoadhadu Makthab.
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Hoadhadige: The house where the Yoosuf Naaibu family (who introduced Islam to the island) lived.
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Each ward of Fuvahmulah has its own distinctive features. The largest division of the island is
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Fuvahmulah was traditionally divided into nine wards. From North to South these wards were: (1)
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is enclosed from all sides, creating a natural shallow swimming pool where locals like to swim.
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Magieduruge Ibrahim Didi, the most learned man in Fua Mulaku in 1984. Ibrahim Didi stood up to
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Fuvahmulaku Airport: Airport of Fuvahmulah is situated in the areas of Dhoondigan and Funaadu.
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Fuvahmulaku Airport: Airport of Fuvahmulah is situated in the areas of Funaadu and Dhoondigan.
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and many other, or most of the intellectuals in the country have their roots in Fuvahmulah.
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visited this island and wrote a book which is named 'Fua Mulaku' in its German edition.)
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The island is 494.2 km (307 mi; 267 nmi) south of the country's capital,
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Hukuru Miskiy: One of the most significant mosques in the island, which was the only
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The wetland areas of Fuvahmulah are mostly made up of dense vegetation ranging from
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Le grand dictionnaire historique ou mélange curieux de l'histoire sacrée et profane
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and many more. Fuvahmulah is also home to farmland where locals grow crops such as
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can be found in reasonable quantities. Almost every house in the district has a
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Heraha Mago: The transverse street which cuts across this village houses the
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A significant part of the marshland area associated with the Dhadimagi Kilhi.
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and visitors to the island usually collect them as a memory of the island.
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Coral Stone Mosques of Maldives: The Vanishing Legacy of the Indian Ocean
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Fuvahmulaku School: One of the three major primary schools in Fuvahmulah.
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Hafiz Ahmed School: One of the three major primary schools in Fuvahmulah.
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Ideal School: One of the leading pre-schools (Kindergarten) in Fuvahmulah
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also considered to be the most knowledgeable in Islamic jurisprudence (
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as it houses the island harbour, and a number of historical landmarks.
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Bondo Kirigehe (Bodu Nikagas): Allegedly the oldest tree in Fuvahmulah.
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Ulaa pre-school: One of the pre-schools (Kindergarten) in Fuvahmulah.
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Among the monuments of the Islamic period, the most important is the
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and former editor in chief of Haveeru Daily and Haveeru Online, Dr.
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locally known as Mahilanbo "މަހިލަނބޮ and plant varieties such as
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The inhabitants of the island speak a distinctive dialect of the
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Rasgefanno: Previously, the most famous anchorage of the island.
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Seedhi Miskiy: Another mosque which is more than 100 years old.
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Dhiyarehifaandu: The mouth of the island's lagoon in the past.
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Kilhiemagi Miskiy: A mosque which is more than 100 years old.
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Hoadhadu Miskiy: The second mosque to be built in Fuvahmulah.
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Anbule Athiri: One of the traditional harbours of Fuvahmulah.
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Every year, towards the end of the southwest monsoon season,
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and Ooredhoo also provides internet services on the island.
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Aruffannu: A traditional harbour (anchorage) of the island.
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The admiralty charts and some geographers named the island
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fields. In this respect, Fuvahmulah is like the island of
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administration and father of former Minister of Defence,
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Foundation School: One of the pre-schools in Fuvahmulah.
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gradually opened the island to the rest of the country.
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Ribaath: A historical shrine from the ancient past.
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Inhabited island
Satellite image of Fuvahmulah
Fuvahmulah is located in Maldives
0°17′35.56″S 73°25′24.96″E / 0.2932111°S 73.4236000°E / -0.2932111; 73.4236000
Maldives
Gnaviyani Atoll
MDP
Time zone
UTC+05:00
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Dhivehi
island
atoll
Maldives
Gnaviyani
Malé
Addu
Dhivehi language
Areca nut
Penang
Malaysia
Guwahati
Assam
India
areca nut
Boli Mulah

Buddhist
stupa
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