Kendhoo, Inhabited island in Baa Atoll, Maldives
Kendhoo is an inhabited island in the northern part of Baa Atoll, home to approximately 1,350 residents who make up a tight-knit community. The place has a small, compact settlement with traditional buildings and sits completely surrounded by tropical ocean waters.
The island was traditionally settled by fishing communities who relied on the atoll's natural resources. Over time, the settlement grew and adapted to changing modern island life.
Residents practice traditional craftsmanship and herbal healing methods that draw visitors from across the region and beyond. These traditions shape how people live and work in this place today.
The island can be reached by weekly overnight ferries, faster speedboats, or flights to nearby islands with a connecting boat ride. Visitors should be flexible with their plans as weather and tides can affect travel options.
It is the only one among six round islands arranged in a line within the atoll that supports a permanent human community. This distinction makes it a remarkable place surrounded by uninhabited neighboring islands.
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