To me, the Maldives seems hauntingly beautiful. The white sandy beaches, the clear turquoise waters, and the thriving coral reefs all appear too perfect to be true. It's much easier to believe that all these pictures are photoshopped to have all these colors than to believe that a place like this actually exists.
The Maldives is a nation consisting of 1,192 islands that are located in the Indian Ocean. The most popular and most populated chain of islands is the Kaafu Atoll, where the capital Malé is located. In the Maldives, diving is one of the most popular excursions. There are more than 3000 coral reefs located throughout the nation, home to thousands of species of fish and other underwater creatures. The clear, warm waters and diversity making the Maldives one of the world's richest coral reef diving areas. Also, the Maldives is home to several well-known surfing spots in the North and South Malé Atolls. The swells rise from three to eight feet, causing the Maldives to be "a mecca to surf-enthusiasts from all over the world." In addition to diving and surfing, the Maldives is also famous for fishing, especially night fishing. Boats often leave at sunset, and trips generally last until the fishermen are satisfied. For tourists, most resorts offer a night fishing trip with a tour guide. Unfortunately, if you want to visit these breathtaking islands, you should probably do so soon. The Maldives is the world's third most endangered country because of its intense flooding.