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Country in Oceania

Samoa

Samoa is a Polynesian island nation of two main volcanic islands, where traditional fa'a Samoa culture, natural swimming holes, pristine beaches, and warm Pacific hospitality flourish.

CapitalApia
LanguageEnglish, Samoan
CurrencySamoan tālā
Population206k

Key Facts

CapitalApia
RegionOceania / Polynesia
GovernmentUnitary parliamentary republic
Independence1962
Area2,842 km2
Population density72/km2
Time zoneWST (UTC+13)
Calling code+685
Drives onLeft

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HDI
0.707
Safety index
57.0
Internet access
34%
Life expectancy
73.8

Sources: World Bank, Numbeo, UN.

Top 3 Highest Mountains

Mount Silisili1,858 m
Mount Fito1,100 m
Mount Vaea472 m

Religion (est.)

  • Christianity99%
  • Other1%
  • No religion0%
  • Other0%

Why Visit

To Sua Ocean TrenchStunning natural swimming hole connected to the ocean through a lava tube.
Lalomanu BeachOne of the South Pacific's most beautiful beaches, with traditional fale accommodation.
Robert Louis Stevenson MuseumThe Scottish author's former home and final resting place in Apia.
Palolo Deep Marine ReserveSnorkelling and diving in a protected reef lagoon off Apia.
Fa'a SamoaImmerse in traditional Samoan culture: village life, kava, cricket, and Sunday feasts.

Top 3 Cities by Population

Apia
37k
Vaitele
7k
Faleolo
4k

Climate Overview

28CJan avg.
26CJul avg.
2,880 mmYearly rainfall
Tropical, two seasonsClimate

Other Quick Info

CurrencySamoan tālā
Official languageEnglish, Samoan
National day1 June
Electricity230V, Type I