Solomon Islands
Pacific chain of volcanic islands and rainforests east of Papua New Guinea, with the capital Honiara
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Halo! I'm Ace! The Solomon Islands are rainforest islands east of Papua New Guinea. Honiara is the capital, and the reefs and villages are beautiful.
Quick Facts About Solomon Islands
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The Solomon Islands are a chain of islands in the Pacific Ocean, east of Papua New Guinea. Many are volcanic and covered in rainforest. The capital is Honiara. People say "Halo" in Pijin, English is an official language, and the currency is the Solomon Islands dollar.
The islands are known for wildlife, village traditions, and places remembered from the Second World War.
Map of Solomon Islands
Flag of Solomon Islands
The flag represents the unique identity and heritage of Solomon Islands.
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✨Did You Know?
Many of the Solomon Islands are volcanic and covered in rainforest
The capital is Honiara
People say "Halo" in Solomon Islands Pijin
What Makes Solomon Islands Special?
Rainforest Islands
Volcanic islands covered in forest.
Honiara
The capital, on the island of Guadalcanal.
Halo
Hello in Solomon Islands Pijin.
Reefs
Warm seas and coral around the islands.
Village Life
Traditions differ from island to island.
Own Dollar
The currency is the Solomon Islands dollar.
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