Samoa - Wikipedia
WEBSamoa, officially the Independent State of Samoa and until 1997 known as Western Samoa (Samoan: Sāmoa i Sisifo), is a Polynesian island country consisting of two main islands (Savai'i and Upolu); two smaller, inhabited islands (Manono and Apolima); and several smaller, uninhabited islands, including the Aleipata Islands (Nu'utele, Nu'ulua ...
Welcome to Samoa | Pacific Island Holiday | Official Guide
WEBOur warm, friendly culture and breathtaking scenery make Samoa the perfect Pacific Island destination for your next holiday or quick break. Less than four hours from Auckland and about five hours from Sydney and Brisbane, Samoa is renowned for its natural beauty, genuine hospitality and stunning adventures.
Samoa | History, Flag, Map, Population, & Facts | Britannica
WEBMay 9, 2024 · Samoa, country in the central South Pacific Ocean, among the westernmost of the island countries of Polynesia. Samoa gained its independence from New Zealand in 1962 after more than a century of foreign influence and domination, but it remains a member of the Commonwealth. Its capital is Apia.
Samoa Maps & Facts - World Atlas
WEBNov 23, 2020 · Covering an area of 2,842 sq.km (1,097 sq mi), Samoa is a Polynesian island nation comprising of two large islands of Saval ‘I and Upolu and 8 small islets namely, Manono Island, Apolima and Nu’ulopa; Nu’utele, Nu’ulua, Namua and Fanuatapu; and Nu’usafe’e; located in the South Pacific Ocean.
Samoan Islands - Wikipedia
WEBSamoan Islands. Above: Olosega island in the Manu'a group, eastern Samoa Islands. Below: map of the Samoan Islands. The Samoan Islands ( Samoan: Motu o Sāmoa) are an archipelago covering 3,030 km 2 (1,170 sq mi) in the central South Pacific, forming part of Polynesia and of the wider region of Oceania.
Samoa travel - Lonely Planet | Australia & Pacific
WEBSamoa. Australia & Pacific. Serene but spirited, wild yet well-manicured, hushed but birthed by volcanic explosions; stunning Samoa is a paradisaical paradox. Despite its intense natural beauty – all iridescent seas, jade jungles and crystal waterfalls – this is a humble place, devoid of mega-resorts and flashy attractions, but with ...
Samoa | Islands, Map, & Facts | Britannica
WEBSamoa, group of Polynesian islands and islets in the south-central Pacific Ocean about 1,600 miles (2,600 km) northeast of New Zealand. American Samoa, a dependency of the United States, consists of the six islands east of longitude 171° W, including Tutuila. Samoa, an independent nation since.
Discover Samoa | Explore Our Islands | Pacific Island Holiday
WEBSamoa is an archipelago of Polynesian islands with a population of more than 195,000 people. Made up of an archipelago of 10 islands peaking above the clear turquoise waters of the central South Pacific, the tropical islands of Samoa are a paradise of ancient culture, dramatic and serene landscapes, and unique activities.
Samoa country profile - BBC News
WEB27 October 2023. The Independent State of Samoa is made up of nine volcanic islands, two of which - Savai'i and Upolu - make up more than 99% of the land. It was governed by New Zealand until its ...
Samoa – Travel guide at Wikivoyage
WEBSamoa is an island nation in the South Pacific Ocean, part of Polynesia. It is an archipelago of 10 islands with ancient cultures, dramatic landscapes, and a variety of activities to do, such as snorkelling in Samoa's vibrant coral gardens. The country has two main islands, which have narrow coastal plains with volcanic, rocky, rugged mountains ...