National symbols of the Maldives

The Maldives has numerous national symbols, including a national flower, tree and animal, which were adopted in 1985. The Maldivian national flag and emblem, adopted in 1965 are also considered national symbols.

Symbols

The following is a list of the national symbols of Maldives.

Official Symbols

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Title Name of SymbolPicture
National flagFlag of Maldives
National emblemNational Emblem of Maldives
National anthemGaumee Salaam by Muhammad Jameel Didi
National flowerPinkrose (Rosa Polyantha)
National treeCoconut Palm (Cocos nucifera)
National birdWhite-breasted waterhen

(Kanbili)
National animalYellowfin tuna (Thunnus albacares)

Unofficial Symbols

Title Name of SymbolPicture
National languageDhivehi
National fruitCoconut (Kurumba)
National dress (Female)Dhivehi Libaas
National dress (Male)Maldivian Sarong
National SportFootball

References

  1. ↑ Maldives Mission to the United Nations Archived 2011-06-06 at the Wayback Machine.
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