Cocos (Keeling) Islands
Territory of the Cocos (Keeling) Islands
Oceania · Australia and New Zealand
Location on the World Map
Famous Personality
John Clunies-Ross
leader
He was a prominent member of the family that historically dominated the islands.
Local Delicacy
Coconut crab curry
A local-style island curry reflecting the territory's tropical setting and Cocos Malay influences.
National Symbols
Famous Landmark & Geography
South Keeling Islands
These low coral islands are the territory's best-known natural feature and an important bird habitat.
Agriculture & Produce
Coconut palms have historically dominated the islands' agriculture and copra production.
Coconuts are the iconic and most prevalent fruit of the Cocos (Keeling) Islands.
Major Cities
Mountain Peaks (Tallest to Shortest)
Major Airports
Top 5 Musical Instruments (Most to Least Popular)
Hand drums are commonly used to accompany Malay songs and dances on the islands.
The violin features in the Cocos Malay violin-and-drum ensemble tradition.
The rebana is a Malay frame drum associated with festive and ceremonial music.
The guitar is widely played in community, popular and informal island music-making.
Electronic keyboards are commonly used for modern popular and social music on the islands.