- National symbols of the Maldives
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The Maldives has numerous national symbols, including a national flower, tree and animal, which were adopted in 1985. The Maldivian national flag and emblem, adopted in 1965 are also considered national symbols.
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Symbols
The following is a list of the national symbols of Maldives. |class="wikitable"
Official Symbols
Title Name of Symbol Picture National flag Flag of Maldives National emblem National Emblem of Maldives National anthem Gaumee Salaam by Muhammad Jameel Didi National flower Pink Rose (Rosa Polyantha) National tree Coconut Palm (Cocos nucifera) Un-Official Symbols
Title Name of Symbol Picture National language Dhivehi National fruit Coconut (Kurumba) National dress (Female) Dhivehi Libaas National dress (Male) Maldivian Sarong National animal Yellowfin tuna (Thunnus albacares) References
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