Famous Honeymoon Destinations in the World Claimed to be the Only Country with 100% Muslim Population

Dream - The Maldives has long been known as a beachside tourist destination with a romantic atmosphere, especially for newlyweds. But did you know that this archipelago in the Indian Ocean has a majority Muslim population? 

Maldives, a popular term for the Maldives, has always been a dream destination for relaxing and enjoying the beautiful beach panorama. This romantic atmosphere destination offers stretches of white sand and clear ocean views that make it an idol spot for world travelers.

Located in South Asia, the Maldives not only has beautiful and pristine underwater scenery. This country has a population that is 100 percent Muslim and applies Sharia or Islamic law in daily life.

The government of this country, which has a population of around 400,000, requires its citizens to adhere to Islam.

Islam began to develop in the Maldives around the 12th century, precisely in 1152 AD.

“Even the way women dress is regulated, adult women are required to wear hijab. Like me, even though I am not a Maldivian citizen, but because I am married to a Maldivian man, I have to wear hijab,” said Vita, an Indonesian woman who used to work as a floating resort employee in the Maldives.

The Maldives even dares to claim to be the only country in the world with a 100 percent Muslim population after gaining independence from the British Empire on July 26, 1965.

The Maldivian government implements Sharia or Islamic law in this country, such as when prayer time comes, shops will close for 15 minutes before reopening. And if there are Muslim figures who want to hold religious gatherings, they must obtain official approval from the government.

Source: Liputan6.com, Report: Rena Safira