Kiribati
Pacific nation of 33 coral atolls spread across a huge stretch of ocean
🎸Hey there, I'm Oz!
Mauri! I'm Oz! Kiribati is 33 coral atolls scattered across the Pacific. Tarawa is the capital, and life follows the ocean.
Quick Facts About Kiribati
Discover Kiribati
Kiribati is an island nation in the Pacific Ocean, made of 33 coral atolls spread across a huge area of sea. Many of the islands are very low, close to the water. The capital is Tarawa. People say "Mauri," and the currency is the Australian dollar.
Life here is tied to the ocean, with traditions of fishing and navigation between the atolls.
Map of Kiribati
Flag of Kiribati
The flag represents the unique identity and heritage of Kiribati.
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✨Did You Know?
Kiribati is made of 33 coral atolls
People say "Mauri" to say hello
The capital is Tarawa
What Makes Kiribati Special?
33 Atolls
Coral islands spread across a vast part of the Pacific.
Ocean Life
Fishing and navigation are part of everyday culture.
Tarawa
The capital atoll.
Mauri
Hello in Gilbertese.
Low Islands
Many islands sit only a little above the sea.
Protected Reefs
The Phoenix Islands are a huge protected ocean area.
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