Maldives
關於Maldives
貨幣 | Maldivian rufiyaa (MVR) |
語言 | Maldivian (Dhivehi) |
資本金 | Malé |
The Republic of Maldives is Asia’s smallest nation, located in the Indian Ocean southwest of Sri Lanka. It is an archipelago of approximately 1,190 islands, only 200 of which are inhabited. The population of Maldives is 340,000 people. The official religion is Sunni Muslim.
After being occupied by Portugal and being both a Dutch and British protectorate, the Republic of Maldives became an independent nation in 1965 and a presidential republic in 1968. However, it was not until the formation of a new constitution in 2008 that the Maldives had their first democratically-elected president in a multi-party, multi-candidate election. The president is both the chief of state and the head of government.
Due to climate change, the rising sea levels are a growing concern for the Maldives. This could greatly impact the nation since approximately 80 percent of the land area is one meter or less above sea level.
With its tropical climate and many resort islands, the Maldives is an increasingly popular tourist destination, welcoming millions of tourists every year.
Maldives的建議疫苗接種
對於大多數旅行者
乙肝疫苗
There is a risk of infection with hepatitis B for this country, therefore, the vaccination is recommended.
甲型肝炎疫苗
There is a risk of exposure to hepatitis A in this country, therefore, the vaccination is recommended.
對於一些旅行者
卡介苗芽孢桿菌(BCG)疫苗
BCG vaccine is recommended for those at increased risk from coming in close contact with infected persons or for unvaccinated, children under 16 years of age, who are going to live in Maldives for more than 3 months.
脊髓灰質炎疫苗
There is no risk of polio in this country. However, proof of polio vaccination may be necessary for some travellers.
麻疹,腮腺炎,風疹(MMR)疫苗
A dose of Measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine is recommended for all travellers over 6 months of age.
黃熱病疫苗
There is no risk of yellow fever transmission in this country. However, a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for travellers 1 year of age and older arriving from countries with risk of yellow fever transmission and for travellers having transited more than 12 hours through an airport of a country with risk of yellow fever transmission.
狂犬病疫苗
Vaccination against rabies is recommended for travellers whose activities or employment may bring them into direct contact with bats (i.e. adventure travellers, veterinarians, wildlife professionals, researchers, etc.).
傷寒疫苗
There is a risk of exposure to typhoid fever in this country through consumption of unsafe food and water. Since exposure to unsafe sources is variable within this country, the vaccination against typhoid fever is generally recommended, especially when visiting smaller cities, rural areas, or staying with friends and family.
Maldives的推薦藥物
目前沒有針對Maldives的建議。
Maldives要注意的疾病
對於大多數旅行者
Hepatitis A
There is a risk of exposure to hepatitis A virus in this country through contaminated food or water.
Hepatitis B
There is a risk of exposure to hepatitis B in this country, therefore, the vaccination is recommended.
Chikungunya Fever
Chikungunya fever has occurred in this country. **The risk may vary across different atolls (regions)**
Dengue Fever
Dengue fever has occurred in this country.
對於一些旅行者
Hanta Virus
There is a risk of acquiring Hantavirus in this country through the consumption of food and water contaminated by an infected rodent or through rodent bites.
Measles
There is a risk of Measles in this country, especially in infants aged 6 to 11 months.
Rabies
Rabies may be present in bats, but has not been reported in domestic or wild animals in this country.
Tuberculosis
Travellers to this country are at risk for tuberculosis if visiting sick friends or family, working in the health care field, or having close prolonged contact with the general population.
Typhoid Fever
Unvaccinated people can become infected through contaminated food and water in the Maldives, especially when visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas where water and food may not be safe.
Yellow Fever
There is no risk of yellow fever transmission in this country. However, a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for travellers 1 year of age and older arriving from countries with risk of yellow fever transmission and for travellers having transited more than 12 hours through an airport of a country with risk of yellow fever transmission.
Zika Fever
Zika fever has occurred in this country. Pregnant women should reconsider travel to this country.
Maldives中的安全性
人身安全
Petty crime, such as pickpocketing, bag snatching, or other theft is common in Maldives. Always be alert in your surroundings and do not leave belongings unattended on beaches or at resorts. Safeguard your important documents, such as your passport. Avoid walking alone at night. Do not accept drinks or food from strangers and never leave your drink out of your sight. Drug-related crime and gang-violence is increasing in Maldives, particularly in Malé.
There is limited road infrastructure in Maldives and travel between islands (apart from travel between the island of Maté and other resort islands) may be restricted by local officials. Drive on the left hand side of the road. Travellers should be aware that safety standards for travel (by boat, car or seaplane) may be lower. Furthermore, exercise caution when participating in adventure activities due to the lower safety and equipment standards.
Monsoon season (November-April in the northeast and May-October in the southwest) may also pose a risk to the traveller due to heavy rains and flooding. Due to its location in an active seismic zone, the Maldives is also at risk of tsunamis.
During the Islamic holy month of Ramadan, travellers should respect the religious and cultural practices of the country and avoid eating, drinking and smoking in public. Travellers should always dress conservatively to respect local sensitivities. The public practice of other religions, other than Islam, is prohibited in the Maldives.
Same-sex relations are illegal in the Maldives. All public displays of affection should be avoided due to the conservative nature of the country.
極端暴力
There is a threat of terrorist attacks in Maldives. Government buildings, places of worship, airports and other transportation hubs, public areas such as tourist attractions, restaurants, bars, coffee shops, shopping centres, markets, hotels and resorts, and other sites frequented by foreigners could be targetted.
政治動盪
Political protests and demonstrations occur frequently in Malé and some have become violent. Minimize safety risk by avoiding any areas where there are protests or demonstrations. Monitor local media for updates and information about political unrest.
應避免的區域
On Malé and Hulhumale islands, it is recommended that travellers exercise a high degree of caution due to reports of gang and drug-related crime, potential civil unrest and the potential threat of terrorism. Avoid large public gatherings.