The picturesque islands, the jungles, the rainforests, the sandy beaches, the crystal clear warm water, the lagoons, the waterfalls and the volcanic mountain peaks of Samoa reflect a culture of thousand years. Samoa is a South Pacific Island paradise.
Consisted of two large islands and small islets, Samoa is located in the Pacific Ocean and part of the region known as Polynesia. The Samoa Islands is previously known as Western Samoa. The natural, traditional and cultural attractions of Samoa make it an extraordinary place as a holiday destination. Samoa presents plenty of activities and it offers visitors the chance to experience Polynesia.
Samoa is made up of volcanic islands. Savai'i and Upolu are the largest and most populous ones.The islands own narrow coastal plains. On the contrary, they also have volcanic and rocky mountains inside. The capital of Samoa is Apia. The city is located on the north coast of Upolu. Apolima Island, Fanatapu Island, Manono Island, Namua Island, Nuulopa Island, Nuusafee Island, Nuutele Island, Nuulua Island are the other islands of the country. The isles are mainly uninhabited. These islands are the result of volcanic eruptions. There are over 300 villages in Samoa.
Upolu is Samoa's most populous island. There are several picturesque beaches along its coast. The capital Apia and Faleolo International Airport are located on the main island of Upolu. The city houses a lot of hotels and restaurants. Also, Robert Louis Stevenson Museum, once the home of famous poet who lived his last few years of life in here, is among the attractions of Apia. It is on top of Mount Vaea . Papapapaitai Falls, Falefa Falls, Fuipisia Falls and Mafa Pass are also highlights of Apia. There are several art galleries and museums in Apia.The main tourist attractions in Upolu are Mt Vaea, Fale Fono and Piula Cave Pool, the sacred burial grounds at Mulinuu, Palolo Deep Marine Reserve, Fuipisia Waterfall, Lake Lanotoo, Le Pupu-Pue National Park, Papapapai-Uta Falls, Togitogiga Falls and the Papaseea Sliding Rocks. Upolu Island owns lush rainforests and attractive national parks.
Savaii is known for its traditional way of life. It owns archaeological sites. Among the natural highlights of Savaii, there are Auala Green Turtle Conservation, Tafua Peninsula Rainforest Preserve, Falealupo Rainforest Preserve, Falealupo Lava Tube Trail, Mu Pagoa Waterfall, Satiuatua, The Alofaaga Blowholes. These are places to see for the visitors.
Samoa is a paradise for snorkeling, surfing , sea kayaking, windsurfing and diving. Samoa has wonderful locations for these activities such as the Palolo Deep Marine Reserve on Upolu island. Samoa boasts word-class reef breaks. Aleipata district that has some of the island’s most beautiful beaches and waterfalls, is a mustsee place.
Samoa boasts a unique culture and they have their own traditional system of behavior: The Fa'a Samoa. The Samoan siva is a dance performed by a young maiden. A story is told by the hands of the dancer. Fire Dancing is performed by young boys and men. The Art of Tatoo is also another Samoan tradition. Traditional handicrafts are very popular.
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