Maldives Coral Reefs

Maldives Coral Reefs, spanning 26 atolls in the Indian Ocean, form Earth’s largest coral archipelago. These ring-shaped reefs shelter 2,000+ fish species, including whale sharks and manta rays, alongside vibrant hard and soft corals. Despite climate threats (90% of reefs faced bleaching in 2016), innovative coral farming and marine-protected areas aid recovery. Overwater bungalows and night snorkeling with bioluminescent plankton make it a luxury eco-paradise. A fragile underwater Eden where sustainability meets surreal beauty.