A modern architectural marvel, the Grand Friday Mosque is another sacred site that should be on your itinerary when visiting Male on guided tours offered by resorts such as Adaaran Select Hudhuran Fushi. The mosque is part of the Islamic Centre and is the largest of its kind in the Maldives. Most notable is its golden dome and striking minaret. Inside, the main prayer hall which can accommodate up to 5,000 people, features remarkable chandeliers, a distinctive woven carpet, intricate woodcarvings and calligraphy in Arabic on the walls.