Funaadu

Coordinates: 0°18′27″S 73°25′51″E / 0.3076°S 73.4308°E / -0.3076; 73.4308 Funaadu is an administrative division of Fuvahmulah, Maldives. This is the southernmost and one of the largest wards in Fuvahmulah. The origin of its name lies in some large groves of the tree known locally as "Funa" (Calophyllum inophyllum) that were located on its southern end.

Economy

Fishing and agriculture along with white-collar jobs are the primary source of income. Large taro marshes can be found on the southeastern side of the village which is the main source of Agriculture.

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