The Maldives’ conversion to Islam in 1153 CE transformed the islands’ culture, laws, trade, and political identity. Nearly nine centuries later, the story of Sultan Dhovemi’s conversion remains shaped by folklore, historical debate, maritime trade, and the enduring legacy of Islam in Maldivian society.
Today marks 900 years since the Maldives embraced Islam, a historic transformation that changed the religious, political and cultural course of the nation and established the Islamic identity that has remained at the heart of Maldivian society ever since.
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has shared a message to mark the Day of Arafat, describing it as a day filled with mercy, blessings, forgiveness, and spiritual fulfillment for Muslims around the world. In his message commemorating the 1447 Hijri Hajj Day, the President highlighted the importance of the sacred occasion as millions of pilgrims gathered…
