There’s a reason so many call this place paradise.

The beaches that make up this paradise are part of theBaa Atoll UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.

Visitors will find a long, otherworldly sandbank that extends into the ocean.

Landaa Giraavaru Island in the Maldives, Surrounded by clear blue waters

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Gaze at jaw-dropping waters with a kaleidoscope of blue and green hues from the idyllic shores.

(Islam is the official state religion of the Maldives.)

Experienced surfers chasing the best swells should head to Cokes Beach.

Aerial view of overwater bungalows and docks on Thulusdhoo Island, Maldives

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You’ll get your first glimpse of its perfect white sands during your seaplane journey to the resort.

Caves, tunnels, and thilas (underwater islands) await under the surface.

Like Thulusdhoo, Dhigurah is an inhabited island with several hotels and hot spots for travelers and locals alike.

Beach view of overwater bungalows on the Ari Atoll, Maldives

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The South Male Atoll island, also called Makunufushi, is known for its sugar-sand beaches and gin-clear waters.

To experience the serene landscape, stay at the only resort on this private island:Baros Maldives.

The property makes couples' trips memorable by facilitating romantic candlelit dinners on the soft sand.

Coastline and beach for locals of Dhigurah island in Kaafu Atoll on Maldives

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The beach is only open toVeligandu Island Resort & Spaguests.

Hulhumale’s artificial beach is lined with buzzing hotels, shops, restaurants, and water sports outfitters.

Spend your days snorkeling, paddleboarding, or lounging on the sand.

Aerial view of One & Only hotel and resort in Reethi Rah, Maldives

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Relax on the beach or in your overwater villa outfitted with a private sundeck.

Snorkelers and divers can spot schools of fish like barracuda and snapper, turtles, and even whale sharks.

There’s also a long sandbank extending through the crystal-clear water.

Vacation Island Cocoa Island, South Male Atoll, Indian Ocean, Maldives

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More than half the island consists of a village with roughly 800 residents.

Beach pathway to villas overwater on Baros Island, Maldives

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Aerial view of Veligandu Island Resort & Spa in the Maldives

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Aerial view of Hulhumale Island, Maldives

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Beach at Maldives island Fulhadhoo with white sandy idyllic perfect beach and sea and curve palm

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Aerial view of Ukulhas island in the Maldives

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Palm branch umbrellas on the beach at the Maldives, Conrad Rangali

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The island of Omadhoo in the Maldives, with white sand beach and turquoise water.

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Hadahaa Island, Maldives, surrounded by crystal blue waters

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