Jing & Yuan | Six Senses Kanuhura Maldives

Six Senses Kanuhura Maldives

Jing & Yuan’s paradise elopement at Six Senses Kanuhura Maldives. The excitement started before they arrived at their island as they took a seaplane to get to their resort in The Maldives!

It felt like Jing & Yuan had the beautiful island to themselves, and their ceremony took place on the beach. The couple even got in the crystal clear waters for a photo shoot in the morning. After their ceremony, I left them to soak up the unbelievable serenity of Six Senses Kanuhura Maldives.

“Six Senses Kanuhura Maldives is one of the world’s most romantic places to celebrate your wedding. Wedding coordinators are here to ensure that all weddings take place while respecting the couple’s chosen theme. A Maldivian master of ceremonies presides over the exchange of vows at Kanuhura. During your stay in the Maldives, the privacy of your luxury Villa on the beautiful island of Kanuhura to celebrate your Maldives wedding.”

Maldives Wedding Photographer

What an experience! I loved being a Maldives Wedding Photographer. There is something so unique about these islands and a real pleasure to capture their elopement at Six Senses Kanuhura Maldives. Here’s a rare photo of me the other side of the camera!

The Maldives are very flat

The Maldives is the world’s flattest country, with an average altitude of 1.8 meters above sea level. In comparison, its closest contender, Qatar, boasts an average elevation of 28 meters. A staggering 26.2 meters higher. The highest point in the country is a mere 2.3 meters, found on Villingili Island.

In 2009, the president of Maldives, Mohamed Nasheed, organized an underwater meeting of all cabinet ministers at the sea bed. He wanted to raise awareness about the oceans’ dangers and how humans are interfering with resources.

An intriguing historical fact about the Maldives is that an exiled Indian prince founded it. Around 270 BC, the kingdom of Kalinga sent a prince named Sri Soorudasaruna Adeettiya to govern the islands of Maldives as a form of punishment. He became the island’s first king, known as Dheeva Maari at the time, and established the Adeetta Dynasty.

Maldives White Sand

Six Senses Kanuhura Maldives has pristine white sandy beaches. The sand’s unique characteristic arises from its composition of coralline particles. Coralline sand is rare, constituting only 5% of all beaches worldwide, making the Maldives’ beaches unique. The fine, powdery texture of the coralline sand adds to the allure of the Maldivian beaches.

The Maldives has gained recognition as one of the safest tourist destinations in the world. The unique geography of the Maldives isolates its islands from each other, contributing to its reputation for safety. The secluded nature of the islands provides a sense of privacy and security for travelers.

The Maldives, with its 26 atolls and 1190 islands, is a unique archipelago where ocean travel is a standard mode of transportation. These islands include 200 inhabitants, 110 for tourism and luxury purposes. Lhaviyani Atoll hosts Six Senses Kanuhura Maldives. Navigating the turquoise waters of the Maldives by boat is an integral part of the local lifestyle and tourism experience.

Maldives Turtles

The Maldives is a treasure trove of biological diversity, boasting a rich array of marine life. It is home to five out of the seven species of marine turtles found worldwide. The Maldives has various turtle species, including Olive Ridley, loggerhead, leatherback, green, and hawksbill turtles. The warm waters and rich marine life there are vital for these fantastic creatures.

Cowry shells, used as currency in the past, hold historical significance in the Maldives. In the olden days, locals recognized the importance of using these small, glossy shells as currency. Cowry shells feature on modern currency bills and coins in the Maldives. Maldivians value their heritage and treasure cowry shells in their traditional currency.

The Maldives is famous for having the world’s largest population of whale sharks. These majestic creatures swim near popular spots like Sun Island, Rangali Island, and Hanifaru Bay. They have also appeared near Six Senses Kanuhura Maldives.

Maldives Coconut Trees

The coconut tree holds special significance in the Maldives and is often used as a symbol to represent the nation. Coconut trees are grown across the islands of the Maldives and are an integral part of the local culture and lifestyle. The towering palm trees provide much-needed shade on the sandy beaches for locals and tourists alike.

Coconuts also offer a valuable source of wood for building traditional Maldivian boats known as dhonis. Constructors use solid and durable wood from coconut trees to construct these iconic boats. Maldivians have used for centuries for fishing, transportation, and trade in the Indian Ocean.

Due to its proximity to the equator, the Maldives receives sunlight at a 90-degree angle. This geographic location results in abundant sunlight throughout the year.

From Jing & Yuan

“We would like to thank you for capturing these special moments at our wedding! You have done an amazing job! Every time, we look at the pictures, we are reminded of the good time that we had! Thank you so much!”