Editing Transport in the Maldives (section)

==Road transport==
Road infrastructure in the Maldives is relatively limited due to the country's unique geography of dispersed atolls and islands. Most of the roads are found in the capital city of Malé, Hulhumalé, and a few other larger islands like Addu Atoll. The road network in [[Malé]] is characterized by narrow streets and heavy traffic congestion, reflective of the city's high population density. The [[Sinamalé Bridge]], also known as the [[China–Maldives relations|China–Maldives Friendship]] [[Bridge]], is a significant development that connects Malé with [[Hulhulé Island]], where the [[Velana International Airport]] is located, and the planned city of [[Hulhumalé]]. This bridge has greatly improved road connectivity and facilitated easier movement between these key areas. Outside of these urban centers, most islands rely on footpaths, bicycles, and motorcycles for local transport, with very few roads available due to the small size of the islands and the prioritization of maritime and air travel for longer distances.
[[File:Aerial view of the Sinamalé Bridge.jpg|thumb|left|[[Sinamalé Bridge]], first islander bridge in the Maldives]]

In the capital city of [[Malé]], the majority of roads are paved with concrete cobblestones, while some are paved with tarmac. In [[Addu City]], many roads are surfaced with tarmac. A notable feature in [[Aduu Atoll]] is a [[highway]] known as "Addu link road", connects four islands, [[Hithadhoo (Addu)|Hithadhoo]], [[Maradhoo (Addu)|Maradhoo]], [[Maradhoo-Feydhoo|Maradhoo–Feydhoo]], [[Feydhoo (Addu)|Feydhoo]].