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Poetry Is Big in the Maldives

When you think of the Maldives, you might think of golden sandbars and water bungalows. But this country is so much more than that. With a large Muslim population under its belt, the Maldives is also home to countless Ramadan traditions. One of the most beautiful traditions involves "raivaru," which is religious poetry that's specific to the country as a whole. Every day, they recite this poetry as a mark of their faith and their devotion to Islam.

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This ancient poetry can be traced back centuries, and the people of the Maldives find great peace with the distinct rhyming patterns. Normally, they are recited during worship when everyone comes together to pray.