Christmas Island
Territory of Christmas Island
Oceania · Australia and New Zealand
Location on the World Map
Famous Personality
PZ Myers
scientist
He was born on Christmas Island and became widely known as a biologist and science communicator.
Local Delicacy
Chilli crab
Fresh crab dishes reflect the island's seafood-rich and Asian-influenced cuisine.
National Symbols
Famous Landmark & Geography
Christmas Island National Park
It protects much of the island and is famous for the annual red crab migration.
Agriculture & Produce
Coconut is the island's most established crop, reflecting its tropical environment and limited agriculture.
Papaya is a common tropical fruit grown in home gardens and small plantings on the island.
Major Cities
Mountain Peaks (Tallest to Shortest)
Major Airports
Top 5 Musical Instruments (Most to Least Popular)
The guitar is the most commonly used instrument in community singing and popular music on Christmas Island.
Electronic keyboards are widely used for multicultural celebrations and modern local performances.
Drum kit supports contemporary bands and popular music played by the island's diverse communities.
The erhu reflects the strong Chinese cultural presence on Christmas Island and appears in community events.
Frame drums such as the rebana are used in Malay Muslim ceremonial and festive music on the island.