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Revision as of 09:42, 25 September 2018
The Maldives has numerous national symbols, including a national flower, tree and animal, which were adopted in 1985. The Maldivian national flag and emblem, adopted in 1965 are also considered national symbols.
Symbols
The following is a list of the national symbols of Maldives.
Official Symbols
| Title | Name of Symbol | Picture | |
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| National flag | Flag of Maldives | 
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| National emblem | National Emblem of Maldives | 
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| National anthem | Gaumee Salaam by Muhammad Jameel Didi | 
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| National flower | Pinkrose (Rosa Polyantha) | 
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| National tree | Coconut Palm (Cocos nucifera) | 
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| National bird | White turn
(Dhondheeni) |
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| National animal | Yellowfin tuna (Thunnus albacares) | 
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Unofficial Symbols
| Title | Name of Symbol | Picture |
|---|---|---|
| National language | Dhivehi | 
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| National fruit | Coconut (Kurumba) | 
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| National dress (Female) | Dhivehi Libaas | |
| National dress (Male) | Maldivian Sarong | 
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| National Sport | Football |
References
- ^ Maldives Mission to the United Nations Archived 2011-06-06 at the Wayback Machine
