Architecture of the Maldives
Most of the Maldives' early architecture is in the form of housing and due to its location at sea level this meant most traditional housing was built on stilts. Although today many buildings are constructed from modern materials and in modern techniques, the stilt house is still popular on some islands.
In more recent times most lasting construction has been built, but again in limited numbers, primarily due to the fact that there is little land and traditionally little money in the islands. The only place that has received much of this modern architecture is the capital of Male. Here you can find mosques, markets, houses, and more in stone, brick, and concrete.