Guided Tour of Utheemu Ganduvaru Palace
1.5 hours | Easy | Voluntary donations for site maintenance welcome
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Haa Alif Atoll, Maldives
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Utheemu Ganduvaru is the historical wooden palace and birthplace of Sultan Mohamed Thakurufaanu, who saved the Maldives from Portuguese rule in 1573. It is a highly respected national heritage site in Haa Alif.
Utheemu Ganduvaru is the historical wooden palace and birthplace of Sultan Mohamed Thakurufaanu, who saved the Maldives from Portuguese rule in...
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Walk around Utheemu historic village
1 hour | Easy | Explore ancient wells and mosques
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Visit to explore the remarkably preserved 500-year-old wooden palace and learn about the Maldives national hero.
Best time
November to April
How to reach
Fly from Velana International Airport to Hanimaadhoo, then take a speedboat transfer to Utheemu island.
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