DAY 05, 9th February 2022
Located in the Haa Alif Atoll, Utheemu is the birthplace of Sultan Muhammad Thakurufaanu where him along with his brothers lived and grew up. Utheemu Ganduvaru, translating to Utheemu Palace, is well preserved and demonstrates the lifestyle of the rich centuries ago. This historical location is visited by more tourists than any other building in the Maldives.
Population
986
Island is
46.99 HA
Cordinates
6.831, 73.112Geographic atoll
Haa Alif
Harbor capacity
151,000 sqft
Harbor depth
2.7 m
Guesthouses
n/a
Health post contact
6500568
Services
Activities
Population
986
Size
46.99 HA
Cordinates
6.831, 73.112Geographic atoll
Haa Alif
Harbor capacity
151,000 sqft
Harbor depth
2.7 m
Guesthouses
n/a
Health post contact
6500568
Services
Activities
Activity 1, 9th February 2022
Welcoming the guests with Coconut Drinks and performing a traditional dance on a boat called “Kurufali Jehun”, where performers dance sitting on the boat in two rows, holding Oars. This dance is sometimes also performed on land.
Activity 2, 9th February 2022
On the way to visit the Utheemu Palace, locals will demonstrate the traditional Maldivian local ways of living. Utheemu Ganduvaru is the home of Bodu Thakurufaanu. Utheemu Ganduvaru is the birthplace and home of Sultan Muhammed Thakurufaanu, where the national hero lived and grew up centuries ago. Today, it is a site of great historical importance, with fascinating 500-year-old wooden interiors, including swing beds (used to keep cool in the heat), lamps that burn coconut palm oil and elaborate wooden carvings, and a large palm-thatch shed used as a sleeping room for guests. It is among one of the most visited places in the Maldives, and is among the major highlights of this rally.
Activity 3, 9th February 2022
Kanduvalu Mosque is the mosque is where the iconic Muhammad Thakurufaanu prayed as a child, giving slight evidence of how long the mosque has been here. The Tomb of Muhammad Thakurufaanu’s father, Utheemu Hussain Khatheebu Thakurufaanu, is found near the entrance of the mosque. The Tomb of Utheemu Kalhu Ali Khatheebu Thakurufaanu (Muhammed Thakurufaanu’s Grandfather) is also present here in the cemetery on the mosque grounds.
Activity 4, 9th February 2022
These stalls will demonstrate cultural and traditional handcraft works of the Maldives, along with exquisite Maldivian cuisine.
Activity 5, 9th February 2022
An all inclusive fishing trip ending with a fantastic barbeque to be arranged by the locals for any of the visitors who would like to participate, at a small fee of USD 20.
Activity 6, 9th February 2022
A short drama performed by the locals highlighting the legendary tale of our country’s King and hero, Bodu Thakurufaanu.
Activity 7, 9th February 2022
A unique series of stories told by the elderly of the island.
Activity 8, 9th February 2022
It is a form of Maldivian dance carried out throughout the years, where performers wear traditional attire and dance with special sticks in hand.
Activity 9, 9th February 2022
Presenting a variety of exquisite Maldivian food for all our visitors.