The Grand Friday Mosque's golden dome photographs best from the harbor side in late afternoon light. Rasfannu artificial beach at sunset is the most reliable spot for a classic Maldives sky over water without leaving the capital. The Sinamalé Bridge offers open-ocean views on both sides, best shot from a moving vehicle or from Hulhumalé looking back at Malé's skyline. For the archetypal turquoise-lagoon shot, nothing beats a sandbank stop on a North Malé Atoll day trip — bring an underwater phone case for reef shots while snorkeling.