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The Maldivian Islands relies heavily on folk music as a part of their culture, which has seen influences from the other coastal regions such as South Africa, Malaysia and India, among others. Therefore, music heard on the archipelago today is a direct representation of these countries and is a singular presentation of cultural ideals and traditions. Many traditional musical styles of expression have been created throughout the archipelago's colourful history such as Bodu Beru which is similar to music from South Africa; Thaara, from the Arabian Peninsula; Gaa Odi Lava for builders and Bolimalaafath Neshun, which is a dance that depicts old women offering gifts at a festival, such as Eid or Ramazan. These types of music are used at functions such as marriage, holidays and other functions of special significance. Out of these, the Gaa Odi Lava has caught on as a special interest. The name is derived from Gaa, meaning 'stones' and Odi translating to 'vessel.' This is a type of creative expression that is supposed to express happiness and satisfaction for completing a particular task. The origin of Gaa Odi Lava can be dated back to the years of 1620-1648, which saw the reign of the Sultan Mohamed Imadudeen. Gaa Odi Lava derives from a very rich historical chapter of the Maldives' history, and each worker who sang this song did so for the Sultan himself. It is a fascinating aspect of a society that is truly multi-cultural in origin and these influences are best experienced through the soul of a nation in the form of its music and dance. When seeking accommodation on the islands, keep in mind that a Maldives resort is one of the best in the world. An excellent choice of a Maldives hotel that will provide you with ease of access to most tourist attractions as well as elegant interiors and sumptuous dining options comes in the form of the Adaaran Club Rannalhi. They also offer excursions away from the hotel such as windsurfing, fishing and canoeing. Where ever you may choose to go, find a place where you can experience the tradition and be a part of the culture, basking in the wondrous strains of the Gaa Odi Lava folk music. Angela Fernando is an impassioned travel writer who composes pieces under the pen name Sumaira Narayan. She loves writing about new and exciting places around the world and hopes to visit them all someday. Google+
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