Madifushi (Thaa Atoll)

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Madifushi (Dhivehi: މަޑިފުށި) is one of the inhabited islands of Thaa Atoll.

History

On December 26, 2004, the 2004 tsunami left the island devastated.

Geography

Madifushi is the fifth largest inhabited island by area in the atoll. It is located 26 km NNE of Thimarafushi and 201.97 km south of the country's capital, Malé.

Areas

There are a number of unofficial areas the locals of the island uses in conversation.

Uthuru Avah / Fithebai Avah

Dhekunu Avah / Garagui Avah

Demography

Economy

Madifushi is known for its many boats and its ship transportation business.

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