Inhabited Island · Haa Alif
Baarah
Known for: Local Ferry
- Population (2022)
- 1,141
- Maldivian residents
- 1,039
- Foreign residents
- 102 (9%)
- Male / Female
- 550 / 591
- From Malé
- 300 km
- Transport
- Speedboat
About
Baarah is historically significant as the island where Sultan Mohamed Thakurufaanu built his famed boat "Kalhuohfummi." Locally celebrated for its role in national liberation, it retains strong cultural traditions. Internationally, it draws interest for heritage tours and traditional boat-building demonstrations.
Important Contacts
Emergency: 119
Police Hotline: 3322111
Family and Child Protection Department: 979 0163
Fire: 118
Ambulance: 102
