Most visitors to the serene island nation of the Maldives indulge in her typical offerings such as serene sandy beaches, tranquil tropical landscapes, and thrilling water sports. These visitors, despite having an enjoyable vacation, miss out on a great deal of what Maldives has to offer, being a nation with a rich and diverse cultural heritage. The artistic heritage of the Maldives can easily be experienced by a visit to the Esjehi Art museum in the capital of Male.
There are many a Maldives Resort, available for you to choose from located very close to the famed museum, such as the highly sought after PER AQUUM Niyama. Located near the popular Sultan Park within a building that has just as much culture embedded in it, as it does contain within, is the Esjehi Art museum. The museum is held in very high esteem due to its tremendous significance to the local art community. The building that houses the priceless works of art, served as the exotic home of a nobleman who lived during the late 1800s, and its classic architectural styling is strikingly beautiful.
Despite the gallery being considered small, it houses a wealth of art-work that stands as a shining testament to the multi-cultural nature of the Maldives. In addition to functioning as a showcase for the finest art in Maldives, the Esjehi Museum also allows visitors to purchase any work of art that suits their fancy, and meet the artist in the process as well. The museum also organizes a number of workshops and exhibits so up and coming artists can use them as a platform to expose their work and obtain some tips as well.
So take a stroll to the Esjehi Museum in Maldives, to add an extra thrilling component to your trip by experiencing the stunning works of art contained within its walls.
Thanuja Silva is a travel writer who writes under the pen name Auburn Silver. She has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world. Google+
