Kiribati

Micronesia

Kiribati is a country in Micronesia, home to 135,000 people, with an area of 811 km². Its capital is Tarawa.

Capital: Tarawa
Population: 135,000
Area: 811 km²
Region: Micronesia
Density: 166 / km²
Status: Sovereign state

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Population: UN World Population Prospects, 2024 revision. Area: CIA World Factbook.

What Kiribati is known for

Kiribati is best known for The Christmas Island Wildlife Sanctuary, The Battle of Tarawa Memorial and The Kiribati National Museum.

Kiribati is a small island nation located in the central Pacific Ocean. It consists of 33 coral atolls and islands, with a combined land area of approximately 800 square kilometers.

Kiribati at a glance

Language: English and Gilbertese are the official languages
Currency: Australian Dollar (AUD) and Kiribati Dollar (KID)
Religion: Christianity is the predominant religion in Kiribati, with the Roman Catholic Church and the Kiribati Uniting Church being the most prominent denominations
National dish: Palusami (a dish made of taro leaves and coconut cream)
Climate: The climate of Kiribati is tropical, with temperatures ranging from 26 to 32 degrees Celsius year-round. The country is vulnerable to rising sea levels and climate change
Main industries: Fishing, copra (dried coconut flesh) production, and tourism
GDP: $232 million (nominal, 2019 estimate)
Development: Kiribati is classified as a least developed country by the United Nations, with a human development index (HDI) ranking of 186 out of 189 countries (2020)

Things to do in Kiribati

Some of the main tourist attractions in Kiribati include:

The Christmas Island Wildlife Sanctuary a protected area that is home to several species of birds and sea turtles.
The Battle of Tarawa Memorial a monument dedicated to the American and Japanese soldiers who fought in the Battle of Tarawa during World War II.
The Kiribati National Museum a museum in Bairiki that contains exhibits on Kiribati's history and culture.
The Abemama Atoll a beautiful atoll with white sandy beaches and crystal-clear waters.
The Phoenix Islands Protected Area a vast marine reserve that is home to several rare and endangered species.
The Fanning Island a remote island with stunning coral reefs and a rich marine life.
The Kiritimati Atoll the largest coral atoll in the world, with beautiful beaches and a rich marine life.
The Line Islands a group of islands known for their stunning natural beauty and abundant marine life.
The Tabuaeran Island a beautiful island with a rich cultural heritage and beautiful beaches.
The Butaritari Atoll a peaceful atoll with beautiful beaches and a rich marine life.

These are just a few examples of the many attractions that Kiribati has to offer. The country is known for its pristine natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, and friendly people.