Meedhoo
About Meedhoo
Historically, Meedhoo is home to one of the country’s oldest mosques, Fenfushi Miskiy, and a number of historic cemeteries. The island is known for producing scholars and clerics, earning it a reputation as a religious center in the southern Maldives. Its local dialect is unique to the region and distinct from northern Dhivehi.
Economically, Meedhoo relies on agriculture, fishing, civil service, and employment in the tourism industry. Despite its modest size, it holds significant cultural and historical value, and its identity remains shaped by centuries of religious and educational traditions.
Island Information
Geographic
- Area
- 187.73 hectares
- Nearest Island
- Hulhudhoo (0.76 km)
Coordinates: -0.582866, 73.233483
Administrative
- Island Name
- Meedhoo
- Island Code
- S
- Atoll
- Addu Atoll
- Island Type
- Residential Island
- Regulating Authority
- Council
- Primary Agency
- Council
Environmental Reports
Community-submitted environmental observations and reports for Meedhoo.
Mathi Kilhi
Mathi Kilhi covers about 54 hectares along the border of Hulhudhoo and Meedhoo in Addu City. It is a protected wetland featuring freshwater ponds, including the central “Fenfila Koaru,” and marshes rich in sedges and grasses. The area supports diverse plants such as sea hibiscus, hibiscus, screwpine, and water-adapted Portia trees, along with freshwater fish like greenstripe barb and swamp eel. Mathi Kilhi provides natural flood control, supports local agriculture with fertile soils, and offers important wildlife habitat. Community efforts maintain boardwalks and benches, creating a space for education and eco-tourism in this lush ecological garden. pic mathikilhiecogarden
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- Environmental Reports
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