Heritage

Police unable to protect Maldives’ oldest cemetery from vandalism

The police have decided to appeal a magistrate court order to protect a 900-year-old cemetery in the Meedhoo ward of Addu City after ancient tombstones were vandalised.

Historical ‘Fan’diyaaru’ Mosque demolished

US provides US$20,000 to restore vandalised artifacts in national museum

Addu Cultural Centre promotes arts in plan for progress

Maldives to sign UNESCO convention to protect country’s intangible heritage

Private groups sought for local heritage promotion