Long before becoming an Islamic nation, the Maldives was home to a Buddhist civilisation connected to India and Sri Lanka. Discover the archaeological evidence for this forgotten chapter of Maldivian history and the Buddha images that reveal its ancient Buddhist heritage.

Collecting an antique Buddha is about far more than owning a beautiful object. From historical significance and artistic beauty to spiritual symbolism and the stories preserved in centuries-old materials, discover five reasons why antique Buddhist sculpture continues to fascinate collectors around the world.