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Kiribati

History

Kiribati was granted independence, completing the formal transition to sovereign statehood.
Treaty of Tarawa set new terms for sovereignty or administration.
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CapitalSouth Tarawa
Population121k
Area811 km2
CurrencyAustralian dollar

Short facts

RegionOceania / Micronesia
LanguageEnglish, Gilbertese
Time zoneGILT (UTC+14)
Drives onLeft

Worth seeing

  • Phoenix Islands: UNESCO-listed remote protected area, one of the world's largest marine protected areas.
  • Tarawa Atoll: Site of a crucial WWII battle and the heart of I-Kiribati culture.
  • Christmas Island (Kiritimati): The world's largest atoll by land area, known for world-class fly fishing and birdwatching.

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Planning questions

What is Kiribati known for?Phoenix Islands, Tarawa Atoll, Christmas Island (Kiritimati).
What is the capital?South Tarawa.
Which language is useful?English, Gilbertese.
When is the national day?12 July.
How should I browse it here?Start with the facts, jump to linked cities, then check events and topics.

Upcoming events

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Food & drink

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Known for

Phoenix IslandsTarawa AtollChristmas Island (Kiritimati)South TarawaStreet foodTea
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