Baa Atoll surface. The atoll is formed by 105 coral reefs, representing a reef surface of 263 km. These reef surface in 61 islands provided with vegetation, and a variable number of sandy cays (between 4 and 14). Half (38) of these islands are less than 10 hectares, constituting less than 20% of the atoll lands. The biggest island is Dharavandhoo (45,5 ha), followed by Kunfunadhoo (35 ha). The highest point, difficult to establish, can be situated in Funadhoo, with 3,19 m over the sea level. Maalhosmadulu Atoll is also considered as a good example of the rich biodiversity found in the
Shaviyani Atoll various islands in the atoll. The atoll is also known for craftsmanship, such as mat and rope weaving. Several inhabitants work in the tourism industry and other commercial trades in the Maldivian capital, Malé. The atoll is assigned the Maldivian letter 'Shaviyani' and the Latin letter 'C' as the atoll code. The atoll Council is responsible for public services, development and economic affairs. The Shaviyani Atoll Office was established on 9 September 1958 by the state. Until 1 January 1968, the atoll office was located in Lhaimagu which was the capital of the atoll. The government declared that effective from