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30 Sights of Male’
Islamic Centre
The Islamic Centre opened in 1984, is located between Meduziyaaraiy Magu and Ameeru Ahmed
Magu. The Centre’s most important feature is the grand mosque, Masjidul Sultan Mohammad
Thakurufaanu al A’zam which holds up to 5,000 people. In addition to the Grand Mosque, the
Islamic Centre houses a conference hall, an Islamic library and classrooms.
Sultan Park & Museum
The Sultan Park and the National Museum are part of the old Sultan’s Palace and Palace grounds
during the time of the monarchy. The Museum opened in 1952 and displays a large variety of
objects and artifacts from times gone by. The collection comprises of relics from the pre-Islamic
times to royal antiquities belonging to different monarchs. The Museum is open from 9 a.m. to 3
p.m. except Fridays and public holidays.
Medhuziyaaraiy
Just opposite the small park adjoining the Hukuru Miskiiy, is the tomb of Abu-al Barakaat, to whom
the nation pays its respects for bringing to our shores the enlightenment of Islam in 1153.
The ‘Artificial Beach’
It may sound strange in a country renowned for its beaches,
however it is true that the residents of Malé get to enjoy
an artificial beach built on the eastern side of the island.
The beach is ideal for swimmers and those who cannot go
to the nearby islands to enjoy the beach. There are food
outlets and benches in the area where one can sit down
and enjoy the scenery.