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Samoa

Independent State of Samoa

Oceania · Polynesia

Capital
Apia
Population
196.1K
Area
2,842 km²
Region
Polynesia
Languages
English, Samoan
Currency
Samoan tālā (T)

Location on the World Map

Samoa
Oceania · Polynesia
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ContinentOceania · Polynesia
Neighbouring countriesNo land borders — Samoa is an island or isolated territory.

Famous Personality

Dwayne Johnson

actor

The globally famous actor and wrestler is of Samoan heritage and strongly associated with Samoa.

Local Delicacy

Palusami

This dish combines taro leaves with coconut cream, often baked in an earth oven.

National Symbols

National animalTooth-billed pigeon
National birdManumea

Famous Landmark & Geography

To Sua Ocean Trench, a famous landmark of Samoa

To Sua Ocean Trench

This spectacular natural swimming hole is one of Samoa's most photographed sites.

Agriculture & Produce

Most grown cropCoconut

Coconut is one of Samoa's main agricultural crops and a longstanding source of copra and local food.

Most grown fruitBreadfruit

Breadfruit is widely grown and is one of Samoa's most iconic traditional fruits.

Major Cities

Apia Vaitele Faleula

Mountain Peaks (Tallest to Shortest)

1Mount Silisili1,858 m
2Mauga Fito1,100 m

Major Airports

Faleolo International Airport · Apia
IATA APWICAO NSFA
Fagali'i Airport · Apia
IATA FGIICAO NSFI

Top 5 Musical Instruments (Most to Least Popular)

1
Pātē slit drum

The pātē slit drum is a defining instrument in Samoan dance, ceremony, and village events.

2
Ukulele

Ukulele is widely played in Samoan singing traditions and everyday community music.

3
Acoustic guitar

Acoustic guitar is central to modern Samoan popular, church, and family performance.

4
Conch shell

The conch shell has ceremonial importance and is used for signaling in traditional contexts.

5
Nose flute

The nose flute is part of older Samoan musical heritage and remains a recognized traditional instrument.

Major Rivers

Vaisigano River