The nation of Maldives boasts some of the most beautiful islands to ever grace the waters of our planet. Each island is unique, with each having a special story for you to explore. The story behind the island of Gan on the Addu Atoll is particularly interesting, and the island contains a bounty of beauty ranging from historical heritage, to lavish natural sights and extravagant accommodation.
In the modern day, the island of Gan boasts an assortment of strikingly beautiful and unquestionably luxurious hotels and resorts, catering to countless tourists every year. The PER AQUUM Huvafen Fushi, is one of the most sought after destinations in the world of Maldives Luxury Resorts. In the past however, Gan was very different. In the ancient world, the island was inhabited by a handful of tribes, and had prominent Buddhist settlements. Gan is the southernmost Buddhist site of the island republic of the Maldives. Not much is known about the initial Buddhist settlements or the people that inhabited them. The tribes of Gan were vacated to neighboring islands when the Royal Navy arrived and established their base on the island. The island was chosen because it met their criteria for a safe and strategic location.
After the British left, their base was converted to what is now the Gan International Airport. Prior to being converted, the base was left unused for decades. Now the island is infamous for being a tourism hotspot, attracting many people every year through her beautiful sights and splendid wild-life. If one is not basking in the tranquil embrace of her natural beauty, then one would be indulging in aquatic activities ranging from kite-surfing to kayaking and even diving.
The island of Gan on the Addu Atoll is truly a place like no other, heavenly retreat to a paradise containing lush forests and unspoiled beaches.
Chandrishan Williams is a travel writer who writes under the pen name, Caleb Falcon. He specializes in writing content based on the many exciting world adventures that await intrepid travelers.
