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{{Maldives uninhabited island| |
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| name = Vilamendhoo Island Resort & Spa |
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| settlement_type = [[Administrative divisions of the Maldives#Island|Island]] |
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island=Vilamendhoo| |
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atoll=Alif Dhaal Atoll| |
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location={{coord|3|38|2|N|72|57|31|E|display=inline,title|region:MV_type:isle}}| |
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length=900 Meters| |
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width=300 Meters| |
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| pushpin_map_caption = Location in Maldives |
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| coordinates = {{coord|3.6335|72.9590|region:MV|display=inline,title}} |
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| subdivision_type = Country |
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| subdivision_name = [[Maldives]] |
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| subdivision_type1 = Geographic atoll |
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| subdivision_type2 = [[Administrative divisions of the Maldives|Administrative atoll]] |
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| subdivision_name2 = [[Alif Dhaal Atoll]] |
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| subdivision_type3 = Distance to Malé |
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| subdivision_name3 = {{convert|88|km|mi|abbr=on}} |
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| seat_type = Capital |
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| parts_type = Geographic atolls |
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| parts_style = list |
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| leader_title = [[Administrative divisions of the Maldives#Divisions|Council]] |
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| leader_title3 = Mayor |
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| leader_title4 = Island Chief |
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| unit_pref = Metric |
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| area_total_km2 = 0.11 |
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| length_km = 0.67 |
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| width_km = 0.17 |
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| population_density_km2 = auto |
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| timezone = {{abbr|MST|Maldives Standard Time}} |
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| utc_offset = +05:00 |
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| postal_code_type = Assigned Letter |
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| postal2_code_type = Assigned Letter {{small|(Dhivehi)}} |
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| area_code_type = [[Telephone numbers in the Maldives|Area code(s)]] |
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| blank_name_sec2 = Number of Islands |
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'''Vilamendhoo''' |
'''Vilamendhoo''', formerly one of the uninhabited islands of [[Alif Dhaal Atoll]] (South Ari Atoll) of the [[Maldives]], has been developed into a 194-room 4 star plus resort, called Vilamendhoo Island Resort & Spa, managed by CCR (Crown & Champa Resorts). Some of the best diving points in Maldives are located in Ari Atoll. |
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==Locale== |
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A reef encircles the island, with stray reef sprouts above and below. Most tourists, normally [[british people|british]], reach the island by means of sea-plane, but some do choose to use boats, especially if partaking in a cruise. |
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Surrounded by a lagoon and long stretches of white, sandy beach, it is the only resort on the island, and measures about {{Convert|670|x|170|m|ft}} – {{Convert|11|ha|acre|sigfig=2}}. Seaplane transfer from [[Male International Airport]] is a 25-minute flight. A reef encircles the island, with stray reef sprouts above and below. |
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==Reef== |
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Due to the rise in temperature caused by [[La Niña]] the coral died but is starting to return. Also, as the sea life returns, so do many sea creatures such as sharks and turtles. The island boasts a formidable, fully equipped, ''Eurodivers'' centre, offering many courses for divers with a range of experiences. The centre can also communicate in a variety of languages including [[English language|English]], [[Dutch language|Dutch]], [[German language|German]], [[French language|French]], amongst others. |
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Due to the rise in temperature caused by [[La Niña]], the coral had died but is starting to recover. |
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==Wildlife== |
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Whilst there is much life in the ocean, there are also many exotic creatures living on the island. Many types of birds can be seen, and are very docile. There are also bats, large fruit bats, which hang from the trees eating or sleeping during the day. |
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Whilst there is much life in the ocean, there are also many exotic creatures living on the island. |
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==References== |
==References== |
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{{Unreferenced|article|date=April 2009}} |
{{Unreferenced|article|date=April 2009}} |
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==External links== |
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* [http://www.vilamendhooisland.com/ Resort website] |
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{{Authority control}} |
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[[Category:Islands of the Maldives]] |
[[Category:Islands of the Maldives]] |
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[[Category:Resorts in the Maldives]] |
[[Category:Resorts in the Maldives]] |
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[[nl:Vilamendhoo]] |
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Latest revision as of 09:50, 6 July 2023
Vilamendhoo Island Resort & Spa | |
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  Vilamendhoo Island Resort & Spa Location in Maldives | |
| Coordinates: 3°38′01″N 72°57′32″E / 3.6335°N 72.9590°E | |
| Country | Maldives |
| Administrative atoll | Alif Dhaal Atoll |
| Distance to Malé | 88 km (55 mi) |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.11 km2 (0.04 sq mi) |
| Dimensions | |
| • Length | 0.67 km (0.42 mi) |
| • Width | 0.17 km (0.11 mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+05:00 (MST) |
Vilamendhoo, formerly one of the uninhabited islands of Alif Dhaal Atoll (South Ari Atoll) of the Maldives, has been developed into a 194-room 4 star plus resort, called Vilamendhoo Island Resort & Spa, managed by CCR (Crown & Champa Resorts). Some of the best diving points in Maldives are located in Ari Atoll.
Locale
[edit]Surrounded by a lagoon and long stretches of white, sandy beach, it is the only resort on the island, and measures about 670 by 170 metres (2,200 ft × 560 ft) – 11 hectares (27 acres). Seaplane transfer from Male International Airport is a 25-minute flight. A reef encircles the island, with stray reef sprouts above and below.
Reef
[edit]Due to the rise in temperature caused by La Niña, the coral had died but is starting to recover.
Wildlife
[edit]Whilst there is much life in the ocean, there are also many exotic creatures living on the island.
References
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External links
[edit]| International | |
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