Artificial Beach
A man-made beach on the eastern shore of Malé, enclosed by a breakwater. It is a public space for city residents to swim, enjoy the sea, and hold festivals.
Artificial Beach sits in the northeastern corner of Malé. A breakwater encloses a calm bay, and the area is lined with cafés, ice cream shops, and a children's playground. In the evenings, many local families come for outings, and the beach often hosts concerts and celebrations on public holidays. Swimming is allowed, but modest clothing is required (bikinis are not suitable). The water quality is average, so it is more a place to soak up the city's atmosphere. Admission is free. It is about a 15-minute walk east along the northern waterfront road from the Old Friday Mosque.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Sinamalé Bridge (China–Maldives Friendship Bridge)
- Malé Friday Mosque (Hukuru Miskiy)
- Masjid al-Sultan Muhammad Thakurufaanu al-Auzam (Islamic Centre)
- National Museum & Sultan Park
- Malé
- Malé Fish Market & Local Market
- Villingili (Vilimalé)
- Hulhumalé