Maldivian Pride: The 2026 Nakaiy Calendar

The Maldivian Pride that Can Sit on Your Desk 

The Maldives 2026 Nakaiy Calendar is a piece of living heritage. A year guided by the same winds, seas, and seasons that shaped Maldivian life for centuries. Created by Local Living, this calendar brings together the 27 Nakaiy and illustrated scenes of real island communities that photographer Ali Assadhu had spent 4 years documenting across 6 local islands. 

The shift of the Iruvai and Hulhangu winds, the calm seas, the fishing seasons, and the quiet stories of everyday island life. The circular Nakaiy chart included in the calendar reflects the traditional way Maldivians understood the passing of the year through wind, weather, and sea. 

A Cultural Calendar Rooted in the Islands

Inside, you’ll find:

*  Original illustrations of Maldivian families, fishermen, farmers, and dhoni culture — illustrated from real island life

* The full 27 Nakaiy seasons, with wind direction, speed, and weather patterns for each period

* Cultural and religious dates important to Maldivians, including Ramadan, Eid, Islamic New Year, and heritage days

* A design that honours island simplicity — clean, thoughtful, and made to feel at home in Maldivian households. 

Why This Calendar Matters

For generations, the Nakaiy guided when to travel, when to fish, when to prepare for storms, and when the seas would rest. It is one of the Maldives’ oldest knowledge systems still accurate, still alive, but rarely preserved in modern life.

This calendar is part documentation, part tribute. A way to keep these stories, illustrations, and seasonal wisdom in the hands of the people.

Perfect For

• Maldivians who want a calendar that feels familiar and true
• Travelers who want a meaningful connection to the islands
• Resorts and guesthouses celebrating Maldivian culture
• Anyone who values heritage, storytelling, and island craftsmanship

Product Details

A5 vertical

Printed in full colour on quality stock

Includes the complete Nakaiy system, weather icons, and traditional wind patterns

Designed & illustrated by Local Living®

Made in Maldives (Limited quantities available. Get it before it's gone)