North Maalhosmadulu

Raa has served as a seafaring island community within the Maldives since the medieval era. Known administratively as Raa Atoll and geographically associated with Northern Maalhosmadulu Atoll, it consists of low coral islands set in the Indian Ocean, with reef rims enclosing lagoons and channels. Ungoofaaru is the atoll’s administrative capital, while Alifushi is known for building wooden dhonis, the traditional Maldivian boats used for fishing and transport. Life here remains closely tied to the sea, from inter-island travel to reef fisheries and the rhythms of monsoon weather. Continue with other webcams from Raa Atoll to see how this part of the northern Maldives connects across the island chain.

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