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Maldives - a scattering of picturesque atolls in the warm waters of the Indian Ocean. Everything here is blissful: kilometers of secluded beaches, upscale hotels and very beautiful nature. All about the Maldives: diving and surfing, photos, prices, weather and tours.

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The Maldives, the famous "residents" of the equatorial waters of the Indian Ocean, are rightfully considered one of the best exotic destinations. There are 1190 islands (or rather, atolls) and all of them are like a match: with blue lagoons, sandy beaches and unique vegetation. There is everything for relaxation: silence and tranquility, beautiful nature, rich underwater world. And also without which any advantages of any resort immediately fade in the eyes of modern tourists - good hotels and a high level of service.

Prices, it must be said, in the Maldives are also quite “on the level”: mainly travelers, whose marketers determine the income level as “above average”, can afford a vacation here. Having laid out a significant amount for the trip, the following categories of vacationers will be happy with the vacation at 100%. Maniac divers diving three times a day. This is the most hassle-free subspecies of tourists: they will still be delighted, diving like ducklings from morning to night. Happy married couples (or outside of it) couples who do not need anyone but each other. They can choose a hotel with the appropriate atmosphere - there are plenty of them on the islands. And, of course, seekers for an absolutely relaxed holiday in the surroundings of a tropical paradise.

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History and legend

According to legend, once life in the Maldives was not at all as cloudless as glossy catalogs inspire us. The sea genie Rannamaari, who settled in their territorial waters to the misfortune of local residents, demanded regular human casualties every full moon, and only in the form of virgins from the island of Male. The poor fellows were brought to a certain temple, and in the morning they were found dead.

But not all the cats are Pancake week: once a traveler from the distant Maghrib Abdul-Barakat ul-Barbari arrived on the atoll. The stranger took pity on the girls (to whom the compatriots apparently did not care) and sat down on the full moon in the temple to the place of the victim. He read the Qur'an all night, and in the morning it turned out that the genie had escaped, unable to bear the strength of the holy book. So the women were saved, and the Maldivians joyfully converted to Islam - so now there are mosques everywhere, a ban on the import of alcohol and no topless (one must think that they are afraid that the genie would not return). However, this did not affect the amazing nature of the archipelago - and, therefore, its attractiveness for tourists.

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Climate

The climate of the Maldives is warm and humid. The air temperature during the day is about +30 ° C, at night +26 ° C, water +26 ° C. Due to its proximity to the equator, seasonal changes associated with the monsoons are almost imperceptible. During the southwest monsoon (May to October) it rains more often and the weather is more windy. The northeast monsoon season (November to February) is considered less humid.

Maps of Maldives

Visa and customs

Police: 119, fire department: 118, ambulance: 102.

Beaches in the Maldives

In the Maldives, all roads lead to the beach: fine white sand, perfectly blue waves, tall palm trees - wherever you look, pictures from advertising posters come to life everywhere. The coast is almost everywhere wide, spacious, equipped with amenities and umbrellas that save from the scorching sun. Most of the beaches belong to hotels, and the areas reporting to modest "three rubles" are not much inferior in terms of well-groomed and comfortable fashionable five-star zones.

On the Maldivian beaches, it is strictly forbidden to sunbathe topless and drink alcohol.

The list of the most famous beaches of the archipelago - Naladu and Banyan Tri on the Male Atoll, San and Nika on the Ari Atoll. Turtles nest on the shores of Laviani, dolphins splash off the coast of Maafushi. A well-off audience relaxes on the islands of Hadahaa (Gaafu Alif Atoll), Kunfunadu (Baa Atoll) and Weligandu (Ari Atoll). There is even a equipped beach in the capital: of course, it is not as spectacular as recreation areas in luxury resorts, but it is quite suitable for surfing and sunbathing. And the most vivid impressions will be given by night swimming on the “luminous” beach: underwater microorganisms and luminescent algae on the coast of Vaadu (South Male) shimmer in the dark with blue lights, creating the effect of a starry sky descending to the earth.

Diving in the Maldives

Maldives ... how much the word has merged for the diver’s heart: both comfortable water temperature (+27 ° C at a depth of 40 m), excellent visibility up to 30 m and, of course, professional diving centers. The minuses of the direction include strong currents outside the reefs. The best season for diving in the archipelago is the period from January to April, when the weather is sunny and the water is clear. Giraavaru Island Resort, on the North Atoll, has over 20 locations known to divers from all over the world.

For beginners, diving on the reefs is ideal: on their inner slopes or inside the atoll. Advanced divers will be interested in the outer surface of the reef (amazing oceanic fish live in caves with ledges and terraces), but do not forget about strong currents and breaking waves. Underwater coral slides are very interesting - their peaks are at a depth of 5 to 25 m, and the base is up to 40 m.

In addition, there are several interesting wrecks in the Maldives, for example, the Victoria cargo ship with the remains of goods brought to the islands or the Chaika steamer that sank at the end of the 19th century — its hull was completely split in two. Some popular sites: Embudu national reserve with a stunningly diverse underwater world, the reels Felivaru and Halawely (you can see giant stingrays here), Maaya reef, a cozy canal between Fushi reefs, teeming with many inhabitants, a secluded dive site Rakido, guarded sea area Guraydu , The “shark” site of Miyaru.

Read more about local diving in the article of our constant expert charming Veronica Birman "Diving without lyrics - 13. The Soul of the Maldives".

Surfing

Board riding on the waves is a relatively recent entertainment in the Maldives: only in the late 80s. the first surfers reached here. Today, the islands are considered one of the most popular places for surfing in the world: it is never crowded (the number of people going to sea is regulated by a special service), and the waves are just a sight for sore eyes: tall, stable, in perfect shape. The prestigious international O’Neill Deep Blue Open tournament is regularly held on the island of Lohifushi.

There are 7 popular surfing spots in the Maldives, including Sultans, Pasta Point (with the exclusive right to “rent” waves at Atoll Adventures Club) and the so-called “Police Island”. The most wonderful surfing is from June to September, the height of local waves is from 1 to 2.5 m.

You can also surf in the capital Male: there is a sandy bottom, and there is no risk of cutting yourself on corals at low tide. True, the landscapes are not as picturesque as in the atoll resorts.

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Entertainment and Attractions

All the main beauties of the Maldives are located below sea level, on land there are no special attractions. There is a noteworthy capital Male (excursion from 40 USD), many similar uninhabited islets where they like to have picnics (from 35 USD), as well as a kind of “action” - fishing excursion. Perhaps the only noteworthy surface excursion is Photo-Flight, a seaplane flight over the islands. It costs a lot: in 15-20 minutes in the air you have to pay about 150-250 USD. Other popular excursions are a yacht cruise (from 80-90 USD) or a dive in a submarine (from 45-50 USD).

Do you know how the atoll differs from “just an island”? Just in case, we give a note: the atoll is a coral island in the form of a continuous or discontinuous ring surrounding the lagoon. If you look from under the water, the atoll will most likely turn out to be a long-extinct volcano, on the slopes of which a coral reef once began to grow - so grown that it gradually appeared on the surface. But the top of the volcano, on the contrary, collapsed over many centuries and sank under water. You know the rest: people sailed from somewhere to the ring, built hotels with restaurants and spas, and opened diving centers.

If the soul still requires a cultural program, we recommend visiting the National Museum in the picturesque Sultan Park, the Islamic Center under the golden dome and the Presidential Palace in Male. Here are located the oldest in the country Old Friday Mosque with a unique minaret (1656) and the tomb of Mohammed Takurufanu - the legend of national resistance. On Ari Atoll there are ruins of a Buddhist temple 90 BC. e., on the island of Matirah (Haa Alif Atoll) - a mausoleum with a sacred tomb, a place of pilgrimage for Muslims.

Holidays and events

The main holidays in the Maldives are patriotic and religious in nature. The most magnificent celebrations are held on Independence Day, July 26: the islanders have fun in honor of the long-awaited exit from the British protectorate and the declaration of sovereignty. On the first day of the month, Rabi al-Aval celebrates Nation Day in honor of the liberation from the Portuguese invaders by the troops of Mohammed Takurufanu. On the 12th day of the same month they glorify the birth of the prophet Muhammad.

The end of the holy Ramadan marks Uraza Bairam: three days of plentiful meals, going on a visit and other entertainments. After 70 days, Kurban Bayram comes with traditional services and sacrifices. November 3 - Victory Day in honor of the coup prevented in 1988. In the first month of the Muslim calendar, Muharram, religious celebrations are held in honor of the Islamic New Year.

December 10 is one of the most colorful local holidays: Fisherman's Day with festivities and noisy fairs. On New Year's Eve (January 1) and Christmas (December 25) adored by foreign tourists, bright celebrations are held in hotels and on city streets: the degree of fun depends only on the thickness of the wallet.

When the phrase “paradise islands” is first mentioned, these are the ones that are recalled, and where are the Maldives on the world map? The Maldives is an ideal place for a beach holiday with endless white sand beaches and slender palm trees.

And the title of "paradise" is justified - there are magnificent views, secluded bays, always warm, gentle weather with lots of sunny days. An unforgettable vacation in the middle of tempting lagoons and coral shallows will leave a lot of vivid impressions for any vacationer.

The official name of the islands where the Maldives is located is the Republic of Maldives, they are located in South Asia on a group of atolls in the middle of the Indian Ocean. It is quite easy to find the place where the islands hid on the map; this archipelago is located southwest of India at a distance of about 700 km.

The elongated archipelago stretches along the meridian for almost 820 km, and its width is more than 120 km. The surface of the Maldives rises above sea level by no more than 2.5 m.

Unfortunately, in the future this threatens that the islands may be submerged due to the constant rise in sea level. This could happen in the next 50 years.

The Maldives archipelago combines 19 coral atolls, which consist of small islands of more than 1000, most of them uninhabited. Only 88 islands are recognized as resorts, and indigenous people live on the remaining inhabited islands. Such islands are not landscaped and are not equipped with a road surface; visiting guests rarely go there. Small uninhabited islands can be visited independently on a rented yacht.

The Maldives is located far from other countries and does not have land borders with any state, and in the Indian Ocean lie sea borders with India and Sri Lanka.

Since the Maldives is located almost at the equator, there is always pleasant warm weather with air temperatures within + 30 ° C.

Under the influence of monsoons of various directions, dry sunny weather is observed from November to March, and from June to August it is more rainy.

Sometimes you can hear the association "Belarusian Maldives", then we are talking about a man-made career, which was formed after the extraction of chalk. The quarry with several lakes “Belarusian Maldives” is located in the Volkovysk district of the Grodno region, not far from the village of Krasnoselsky.

The water in the lakes, backlit by the sun's rays, acquires a beautiful bluish tint, this can be seen on the Maldives beaches.

Popular holiday destinations

Where the Maldives is located on the world map, there are gorgeous beaches on several of the most famous atolls visited all year round:

1. Male is the capital of the Maldives, whose area is only about 2 km², but even on this tiny stretch there is something for tourists to see. Local attractions include the Presidential Palace, the National Museum, the ancient Great Friday Mosque with sophisticated golden domes and many fruit and vegetable and colorful craft markets.
2. Faafu is a paradise for those who are accustomed to comfortable living, there are many restaurants and various spa centers.
3. Daalu - Daalu Island has long been chosen by divers and scuba divers.
4. Ari - this island attracts with various species of flora and fauna, there are turtle bays. Here you can go water skiing, go fishing or simply retire to an expensive hotel on a deserted beach.

The islands are distinguished by such a feature that there are very few cities and therefore the possibilities for accommodating vacationers are limited. On one island you can usually find only one luxury villa or hotel, with the most expensive and comfortable rooms. However, you can settle not only in hotel rooms, but also in modest bungalows scattered along the coast under thatched roofs.

The Maldives has an exotic fauna, but there are no dangerous predators or poisonous reptiles. There you will not see dogs, it is forbidden to keep them by law, but domestic cats come across.

On some islands, goats are grazed, which are bred for meat, and cows are not bred due to scarce pastures, pig farming is also limited. But at a short distance from the coast you can watch dolphins or a huge whale shark that should not be afraid, these giant fish feed only on plankton and are not inclined to attack people. In the evenings you can watch bats and foxes. There are many amphibian and marine inhabitants on the islands: turtles, lizards, scolopendra, mollusks.

Stay in the Maldives

Maldives is a visa-free country, so you do not need to contact the consulate for a visa to visit it. Here you can freely stay for 30 days on a tourist visa, which is put in your passport for free when you arrived in the country.

When going on vacation, you should definitely remember that in this Muslim country it is strictly forbidden to appear topless or naked, and when visiting restaurants and public places, women should cover their shoulders and knees with clothes, and should not appear in beach dresses.

Local seafood and plants are at the heart of the national cuisine of the Maldives, which largely copies the traditions of Indian and Arabic cuisine.

Maldivian dishes are made up of these main ingredients:

• fish;
• coconuts

For dessert, you can order bondi - white coconut sticks, as well as a variety of fruit salads with pineapples, bananas, mangoes, papaya. The main drink is green tea with the addition of milk and sugar.

Despite some behavioral restrictions, the Maldives is an ideal place for a serene relaxing holiday. Throughout the walk you will be accompanied by a refined aroma of hibiscus, orchids, magnolias, the rich colors of which leave a stunning impression.

The Maldives is probably the most remote corner of Asia, but despite this, hundreds of thousands of tourists from all over the world fly there every year to enjoy their holidays in this exotic paradise world. Be prepared that in the Maldives you will be met by the warm Indian Ocean with clear water (in which you will see corals of amazing beauty), as well as snow-white sandy beaches surrounded by groves of coconut palms and fruit trees.

Geography Maldives

The island state of the Maldives is located in the Indian Ocean about 700 km southwest of Sri Lanka and 400 km from India. Maldives occupies the territory of 26 atolls. The total area of \u200b\u200bthis country, including all the islands (and there are more than a hundred) is 298 km.

There are no mountains in the Maldives. In general, the highest point of the Maldives does not exceed 2.4 meters. Also in the Maldives there are no rivers and lakes.

Capital

The capital of the Maldives is Male, in which more than 100 thousand people now live. Male was built in the Middle Ages as the residence of the Maldivian Sultan.

The official language of the Maldives

The official language in the Maldives is divehi, related to the Indo-Iranian branch of the Indo-European language family.

Religion

The majority of the population of the Maldives are Sunni Muslims.

Government structure Maldives

According to the current Constitution, the Maldives is a parliamentary republic. Its head is the President, who has been elected for 5 years since 2008. The President appoints the Prime Minister and Cabinet members.

The parliament in the Maldives is unicameral - the People's Majlis. Deputies of the Mejlis are also elected for a 5-year term (their number may vary).

Climate and weather

The climate in the Maldives is subequatorial monsoon. There are two periods of monsoons - the north-eastern monsoons (dry season) from November to March and the south-western monsoons (rain) from June to August. In other words, the dry season in the Maldives lasts from November to April (March and April are the hottest months of the year), and the wet season lasts from May to early November.

The air temperature in the Maldives varies from + 23C to + 33C, and tends closer to + 30C.

Air temperature in the Maldives (average):

January - + 27C
  - February - + 28C
  - March - + 29C
  - April - + 29C
  - May - + 28C
  - June - + 28С
  - July - + 28С
  - August - + 28C
  - September - + 27C
  - October - + 27C
  - November - + 27C
  - December - + 27C

Ocean

The shores of the Maldives are washed by the waters of the Indian Ocean. The sea temperature near the Maldives varies from + 24 ° C to + 33 ° C, so you can swim there all year round.

History of maldives

Maldives formed 65 million years ago as a result of the eruption of submarine volcanoes. The first people in the Maldives appeared 4 thousand years ago (they were sailors sailing in the Indian Ocean). Maldives was settled by immigrants from Sri Lanka and India, and later by Arabs.

Around the middle of the 12th century, Islam began to spread in the Maldives.

Since the mid-sixteenth century, Europeans (Portuguese, Dutch, and British) have made numerous attempts to colonize the Maldives. In the end, in 1887, the Maldives fell under the protectorate of Great Britain.

Only in 1965, the Maldives gained independence.

Culture

The culture of the inhabitants of the Maldives was greatly influenced by Indian culture, as well as Islam. Since Islam is the main religion in the Maldives, it is clear that the locals celebrate all Muslim holidays (Kurban Bayram and Quda Eid).

In addition, there are national holidays in the Maldives - Independence Day (July 26) and Republic Day.

Kitchen

Maldives cuisine has developed under the influence of Indian and Arab culinary traditions. The main foods are fish (mainly tuna), rice, seafood, vegetables, and, of course, spices (due to the proximity of Sri Lanka and India). In addition, Maldivian cuisine cannot be imagined without coconut.

Coconut is the main ingredient in most local desserts. Maldives often make various sweet puddings.

The main non-alcoholic drinks are tea, in which milk and sugar are added, as well as coffee, palm juice and sweet milk.

From the fermented palm milk, the inhabitants of the Maldives make a low alcohol drink.

If you do not like Maldivian cuisine, then the restaurant of any local hotel will offer various international dishes.

Attractions Maldives

Maldives is a small island nation located on 26 atolls. The largest of them is Male, whose population exceeds 100 thousand people. It is clear that there are very few attractions in the Maldives. However, in this country there are places that still should be visited.

To present the history of the Maldives, we recommend that tourists visit the National Museum of Male. It contains artifacts depicting all eras of the history of the Maldives. This museum is part of the Royal Palace, built in the XVII century.

Pay attention to the Hukuru Miskiy Mosque in Male. It was built in 1656. The interior of the mosque is famous for its wood carvings. One of its panels was carved in the XIII century in memory of the introduction of Islam in the country.

Cities and resorts

The largest city in the Maldives is its capital, Male, in which more than 100 thousand people now live.

The Republic of Maldives is located on 26 small atolls. Each atoll usually houses one hotel. Please note that some of the hotels specialize in spa services combining Asian and European spa programs.

White sandy beaches in the Maldives are considered one of the best in the world. The Madivian islands are literally "buried" in corals. Therefore, tourists in those places where coral reefs come close to the shore, we recommend swimming in special sandals.

You should know that topless on the beaches of the Maldives is possible only on one island - Kuramati. Drinking alcohol on the beaches is also prohibited.

The law of the Republic of Maldives prohibits the collection of corals and any marine fauna.

Perhaps the best Maldives beach is on South Ari Atoll. It's about Nalaguraidhoo Beach. In addition, pay attention to the beaches on the islands of Banyan Tree Island, Nika and Cocoa Island.

Maldives is considered a great place for diving. This is quite expected, given the presence in this region of a huge number of corals and a surprisingly beautiful underwater world.

Souvenirs / Shopping

After a vacation in the Maldives, tourists usually bring home crafts, vibrant local fabrics, rugs with original patterns, black coral jewelry, and stamps. Make sure that the souvenirs you buy are made really in the Maldives, and not in Thailand and Indonesia.

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World, you must first find on it India. It is not difficult - the peninsula on which this state is located is located in the south of Asia and has the outlines of a triangle. From the southernmost point of this exotic country, it is necessary to mentally draw a line to the southwest. It is there that there is a large group of atolls - coral islands, which are called the Maldives.

Atolls are a closed or torn ring formed by the vent of an extinct volcano, that is, in the middle of such an “island” there is a lagoon filled with sea water.

The distance to India is about 700 km, it is worth noting that the atolls are located on a fairly large area, so the southernmost are 1,000 km away. The Maldives is washed by the waters of the Indian Ocean and, due to its proximity to the equator, has a unique climate with an almost constant temperature throughout the year and only two pronounced seasons - dry and rainy.

Due to their volcanic origin, the islands have a small height above sea level (only about two meters) and a rather scarce fauna - only a few species of mammals live here. But the underwater world is very diverse.

State of maldives

However, much remained of the British, including the name, it represents distorted words in Hindi: “” - a palace and “diva” - an island. The capital of the state of the Maldives is the city of Male, which, incidentally, is the only settlement with such a status.

The Maldivians are Muslims, or rather Sunnis. In the 12th century, a Muslim preacher landed on the islands, who founded a dynasty that ruled until the arrival of the Portuguese, Dutch, and subsequently the British.

How to get to the Maldives

The official name for the chain of atolls and coral islands located south of India in the equatorial waters of the Indian Ocean is the Republic of Maldives. The population of this South Asian state is approximately 393 thousand people. The total area of \u200b\u200bthe country is 90 thousand km2 The climate is subequatorial monsoon.

Maldives amazes with its boundless ocean, amazing underwater caves and reefs. The island brings tranquility and comfort surrounding tropical virgin nature. Culture has stopped at a primitive level, and locals still respect their traditions.

The largest coral island in the Maldives is Kafu, on it stands the city of Male, which is considered the smallest capital and most populated city. Male is so small that it can be circumvented in a couple of hours.

Maldives Attractions

Famous places in the Maldives are the National Museum and the Muliage Palace, designed in the colonial style. It is also worth a visit to the beautiful Jumuri Maidan Park or visit one of the most revered shrines in the Maldives - the Medu Ziyarat chapel.

In the city of Male is the Great Friday Mosque, known for its golden dome. Next to her are the graves of both national heroes and members of ruling families. It is worth paying attention to the Islamic center, which is located nearby. It is considered the largest in the Maldives, because at the same time it can accommodate about 5,000 people.

Local markets are also not far behind in popularity, there are several types of them - vegetable, fruit and craft, where the inhabitants of the islands sell handmade crafts.

Many tourists are attracted by the unsurpassed diving in the Maldives. The underwater world of the peninsula is striking in its diversity of inhabitants, while coral reefs scare away predators and swimming underwater is not at all dangerous.

Honeymoon Paradise

For most tourists, the Maldives is one of the most romantic places on the planet. Therefore, newlyweds and lovers seek the islands first. What is the wedding ceremony on the white sand during sunset and decorated around with palm leaves. If you discuss the wedding with the hotel in advance, you can get a discount and check into the best bungalow. Maldives is suitable not only for the wedding ceremony, but also for the honeymoon itself. After all, rest here is unique and unusual. On the beach you can see both youth and families with children or even elderly people.

In search of solitude and merging with nature, thousands of tourists go to distant, exotic countries. The most delightful place for a relaxing holiday is the mysterious Maldives. But where are the Maldives on the world map? This question excites many miracle seekers and passionate travelers.

Maldives invites to get acquainted

The vast expanses of the majestic Indian Ocean lovingly embrace these tiny pieces of land. Like a precious necklace, they stretched from north to south at a distance of 700 km from India. This chain of islands crosses the equator and bathes in streams of sunny rain all year round.

In the southwest of the archipelago lives the hospitable, radiating joy people of Sri Lanka. And in the west is the island of Madagascar. About 1200 islands follow one after another at a distance of more than 800 km. However, the land surface is lost on the background of the water element, which occupies more than 90 thousand square kilometers.

Most islands uninhabited. Only 88 of them invite tourists to their amazing, enveloping gentle hugs. The absence of hills, rivers and mountains make the Maldives unique. The paradise rises above the surface of the ocean by 2.5-3 meters and merges with the noise of the oncoming waves and the warm wind into a single, harmonious whole.

How to get to the exotic beauty of the Maldives

The issue of flight excites tourists no less than the location of the breathtaking beauties of the archipelago. Traveling to the Maldives is quite tiring, but it dissolves in an indescribable delight after arriving on fertile land.

You can get to the Maldives directly and with them. Only Moscow gives the bliss of a non-stop flight and 8.5 hours of travel. Such trips are possible from May to October, when residents of Russia and other CIS countries prefer to take a vacation. However, it was during this period that the rainy season fell on the Maldives.

In the cold months  years, travelers get to the Maldives with a change in Colombo (Sri Lanka) or Dubai (UAE). However, at these airports you will have to enjoy the local exotic for 4 hours. And the expectation of meeting the eternal summer of the Maldives will stretch for 13 hours.

Residents of the Far East prefer to go to the shores of the Indian Ocean through China. Flight from Vladivostok is from 18 to 30 hours. The time difference is related to the number of transfers.

If you live in Arkhangelsk, then traveling to the Maldives through Moscow, the road will stretch for 20-28 hours. For tickets it is better to contact the company Transaero or Aeroflot.

Alluring to the bewitching Maldives with their delightful relaxation away from the bustle of civilization, they caress the weary bodies and souls of brave travelers weary in the way.

Where are the Maldives on the map? The reality of a unique piece of sushi will answer this question and fill with enthusiasm the hearts subjugated by beauty.

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