Where are the Maldives?

The Maldives is an island nation located in the Indian Ocean, southwest of Sri Lanka and India. The country is made up of a chain of 26 ring-shaped atolls, which are made up of more than 1,000 coral islands. The capital of the Maldives is Malé, which is located on the atoll of the same name. The Maldives is a popular tourist destination, known for its white-sand beaches, crystal-clear waters, and abundant marine life.