Country in Oceania

Micronesia

Micronesia is a Pacific island nation of four states spread over 2.7 million km2 of ocean, known for WWII history, world-class diving, ancient ruins, and traditional Pacific culture.

CapitalPalikir

LanguageEnglish

CurrencyUnited States dollar

Population106k

Key Facts

CapitalPalikir

RegionOceania / Micronesia

GovernmentFederal parliamentary republic

Independence1986

Area702 km2

Population density152/km2

Time zoneChST (UTC+10/+11)

Calling code+691

Drives onRight

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HDI

0.628

Safety index

52.0

Internet access

41%

Life expectancy

70.7

Sources: World Bank, Numbeo, UN.

Top 3 Highest Mountains

Nahnalaud791 m

Totolom779 m

Mount Winipat570 m

Religion (est.)

Christianity99%
Other1%
No religion0%
Other0%

Why Visit

Truk Lagoon (Chuuk)One of the world's top wreck dive sites, with 60+ WWII Japanese ships and aircraft.

Nan MadolAncient megalithic city built on a reef lagoon, UNESCO World Heritage site.

Pohnpei WaterfallsLush rainforest island with spectacular waterfalls and traditional sakau culture.

Yap Stone MoneyYap Island is famous for its giant stone rai discs used as traditional currency.

Outer Island LifeTraditional navigation and canoe-building traditions survive on outer islands.

Top 3 Cities by Population

Palikir

Weno

14k

Kolonia

Climate Overview

28CJan avg.

28CJul avg.

4,700 mmYearly rainfall

Tropical, high rainfallClimate

Other Quick Info

CurrencyUnited States dollar

Official languageEnglish

National day3 November

Electricity120V, Type A/B

Cities

Palikir