National Museum
Chaandhanee Magu, Malé, Maldives
Phone : +960 332-2254
Established on the National Day of the Maldives, the first National Museum Maldives was opened on November 11, 1952.
With the purpose of preserving history and instilling patriotism among the people of the Maldives, the museum has a large collection of historical artifacts, ranging from stone objects to fragments of royal antiquities from the Buddhist era to the rule of Islamic monarchs.
A diverse collection of artifacts are displayed in the museum, including relics from the foregone pre-Islamic period era, thrones, royal sunshades and furniture, costumes and shoes, coins, ornaments, arms and armor.
Others examples include textiles such as ceremonial dresses, turbans, fancy slippers and belts used on special occasions, mats and other creative embroidery.
Highlights of the collections include:
A coral stone head of Lord Buddha, an 11th-century piece from Alifu Thoddoo
A 13th-century engraved wooden plank from Hukueu Miskiiy
The Feyli Kolhu worn by the Sultan Ghaazee Mohammed Thakurufaanu-al-A”z”am is a fine example of the intricate craftsmanship of the Maldivian weavers in the 16th century.
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Visiting hours : 09.00AM to 05.00PM Closed on Friday and Saturday
Entry : Adult Rf 100/- and Children Rf 20/-
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