The Maldives is the smallest Asian country in both population and area. With an average ground level of 1.5 meters (4 ft 11 in) above sea level, it is the lowest country on the planet. It is also the country with the lowest highest point in the world, at 2.3 meters (7 ft 7 in).

The Maldives consists of approximately 1,190 coral islands grouped in a double chain of 26 atolls. The Maldives is the lowest country in the world, with a maximum natural ground level of only 2.3 meters (7 ft 7 in), with the average being only 1.5 meters (4 ft 11 in) above sea level, although in areas where construction exists, this has been increased to several meters. More than 80 per cent of the country's land, composed of coral islands scattered over an area about 850 km across the equator, is less than one meter above sea level.

The reef is composed of coral debris and living coral. This acts as a natural barrier against the sea, forming lagoons. Other islands set at a distance and parallel to the reef, have their own protective fringe of reef. An opening in the surrounding coral barrier allows access to the calmer lagoon waters. The barrier reefs of the islands protect them from the storms and high waves of the Indian Ocean.

This tour package organized by Meeting Point Travel Agency will take you to The last paradise on earth – Maldives. Explore this palm fringed islands to see crystal clear blue waters, turquoise lagoons, coral reefs adorned with marine flora and fauna. You will visit some wonderful places like Male (Capital city), Seenu, Baa Atoll, Fuamulaku, and Kudahuvadhoo.

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