Where is ithaa undersea restaurant

Rated "the most beautiful restaurant in the world" by the New York Daily News in , Ithaa sits five meters below the surface, offering degree panoramic views of the vibrant coral gardens surrounding it.

Ithaa meaning 'mother of pearl' in the Maldivian language of Dhivehi serves contemporary European cuisine in a six-course set dinner menu.

Expect indulgences such as caviar for dinner while the four-course lunch menu offers lighter fare. Also open for mid-morning cocktails and can be booked privately for breakfast, weddings or other special occasions.

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LifeMiles improves Canadian award prices, makes awards more valuable. In , Ithaa 'Pearl' - the first underwater restaurant in the world - was opened in the Maldives. The restaurant immediately became one of the most famous and chic restaurants on earth. It lies on the depth of about 5 meters and is located in the small transparent capsule. Through the transparent vaulted ceilings and the hall walls one can enjoy the beauty of the underwater world.

To enter the underwater restaurant, guests have to descend the spiral staircase from the special deck. The restaurant specializes in the dishes of Maldivian cuisine. In his menu you can find many exquisite delicacies. The restaurant is located on the picturesque island of Rengali and is part of the luxurious Hilton Worldwide hotel, which is popular among the richest tourists.

The technical design of the restaurant is quite simple. Its dome is made of lightweight high-strength acrylic glass, which is commonly used for decorative aquariums.