The National Day of the Maldives is one of the many joyful festivities that could be enjoyed by tourists
The Maldives’ National Day is celebrated during the 1st day of Rabee ul Awwal, the 3rd month of the Muslim calendar. The National Day of the Maldives celebrates the victory of Mohammed Thakurufaanu over the Portuguese colonizers during the year 1573. During the year 1558, the Portuguese had attacked the Maldives and killed the then Sultan of the island, ending up in the colonization of the country. It was when Mohammed Thakurufaanu, along with his companions, had arrived in the Maldives and succeeded in ending the Portuguese colonial rule, thus, liberating the Maldives. The National Day of the Maldives is usually highlighted by various parades and root marches all over the island. Parties are also held during the night, when locals and tourists share the enjoyment of food and cocktails, which are elements of a good time. During the National Day, the tourists could experience a part of Maldivian history and its rich culture. The National Day is celebrated more extravagantly in the capital city, Male, where the local people and tourists could easily gather and witness the parades and root marches. Male is also the place to find most of the tourist attractions in the Maldives.
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The Kuda Eid Festival reflects the rich and varied cultural heritage of the island and is celebrated with much cheer and enthusiasm
The Kuda Eid Festival is one of the most important festivals celebrated by the Muslims in the Maldives since the majority of the Maldivian population is covered by the Islamic community. An official procession is paraded out during this event with various games and musical performances held in the island by the local community. The Kuda Eid Festival is a 3-day long celebration which marks the end of the Ramadan, which is the Islamic month of fasting. During the Kuda Eid Festival, the people dress their best clothing and embrace each other wishing “Eid Mubarak”, which means “blessed festival“. Traditional dances called “Bodu Beru” are participated upon by the local people in the rural islands. The Kuda Eid Festival is celebrated with much fun and frolic. Another important festival celebrated in the Maldives is the Independence Day, wherein the community arranges various processions and functions. The children and the National Security Services of the Maldives hold parades during the 26th day of July, which is the day when the Republic of Maldives was liberated. Other holidays celebrated in the Maldives are the Huravee Day, The birthday of Prophet Mohamed, Republic Day, Victory Day, and also Christmas and New Year’s day. Whether it is a religious, social, or national festival, the people in the Maldives celebrate their festivals with preparation, joy, and enthusiasm.
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