Country in Oceania

Solomon Islands

The Solomon Islands is a Melanesian archipelago of nearly 1,000 islands, known for its WWII history, exceptional diving, remote village culture, and one of the world's largest saltwater lagoons.

CapitalHoniara

LanguageEnglish

CurrencySolomon Islands dollar

Population750k

Key Facts

CapitalHoniara

RegionOceania / Melanesia

GovernmentUnitary parliamentary constitutional monarchy

Independence1978

Area28,896 km2

Population density26/km2

Time zoneSBT (UTC+11)

Calling code+677

Drives onLeft

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HDI

0.567

Safety index

48.0

Internet access

11%

Life expectancy

73.8

Sources: World Bank, Numbeo, UN.

Top 3 Highest Mountains

Mount Makarakomburu2,447 m

Mount Popomanaseu2,335 m

Mount Kolombangara1,770 m

Religion (est.)

Christianity97%
Indigenous faiths2%
Other1%
No religion0%

Why Visit

Iron Bottom SoundWWII naval graveyard with dozens of ships lying in shallow, diveable waters.

Marovo LagoonOne of the world's largest saltwater lagoons, rich in coral and biodiversity.

Skull IslandTraditional skull shrines in the western islands, testament to former headhunting culture.

Tenaru FallsJungle waterfall accessible from Honiara, a popular local swimming spot.

Village StaysAuthentic homestays in remote villages maintaining traditional Melanesian life.

Top 3 Cities by Population

Honiara

84k

Gizo

Auki

Climate Overview

28CJan avg.

26CJul avg.

3,283 mmYearly rainfall

Tropical, hot and humidClimate

Other Quick Info

CurrencySolomon Islands dollar

Official languageEnglish

National day7 July

Electricity220V, Type I

Cities

Honiara