Samoa Top Landmarks

Manono Island
Manono is one of the four inhabited islands of Western Samoa, located in the Apolima Strait and has an area of ​​​​only 3 km². The population is only 889 and is almost evenly distributed among four villages: Apai, Faleu, Lepuia’i and Salua. The small volcanic island of Manono is virtually unknown outside of the country itself. Despite this, it is fraught with a lot of riches and interesting opportunities for recreation.
There are many small cozy beaches on Manono, which are surrounded by palm groves and even equipped with “fale” for spending the night. The West Bank, which is indented with lagoons and bays of clear blue water, is always a place to swim, sunbathe, or snorkel with exotic fish species. In order to be more imbued with the atmosphere of the island, you can completely immerse yourself in local life. Taste the local cuisine from the “umu” earthen oven, go fishing with the villagers, stay for the night in the open “fal” and chat with the islanders, who will be happy to show you how they weave, cook, collect fruits and spend their free time. In addition to natural beauties, there are historical monuments on the island, the most famous of which are the “Mound of the Star” on the top of Mount Tulimanuiva and the “Tomb of 99 Stones”, which were created in the 9th-11th centuries AD. e.

Apolima Island
Apolima, along with Manono, Upolu and Savaii, is included in the list of inhabited islands of Samoa. It is not only the smallest of about 1 km2, but also the most isolated and sparsely populated island, with a total population of no more than 150 people. Apolima is one of the least civilized places in the region and is off the beaten track.
In order to rest here, you will need to receive an invitation from one of its villagers. Moreover, it is not so easy to get to the island, planes do not fly here and ships do not go – the only way to get to it is an agreement with the natives, who, for a very small monetary reward, deliver everyone to their destination. The island is almost entirely composed of fossilized ancient lava flows, it looks like a collapsed volcanic crater with steep cliffs of the outer ring.
If you nevertheless dare to go on a journey, your labors will be fully justified, since everyone who happened to visit such an unexplored island claims that they have never experienced a greater sense of solitude with nature and isolation from the whole world. Therefore, we can confidently say that travelers will find a virgin and amazing place on Apolima, which, combined with beautiful nature, clear coastal waters, a tropical climate and good-natured people, is a real paradise for a modern person who is tired of the benefits of civilization and wants to retire in the bosom of nature.

Savaii Island
Among the islands of Samoa, Savaii is the largest. It is located west of the island of Upolu. The main difference between Savaii is considered to be a perfectly preserved natural world, as if no human has set foot here. Although if you look closely you can find some very ancient Polynesian villages. In the depths of the island of Savaii there are caves of unique beauty, some of which are hundreds of meters deep. Most of them appeared after the eruption of a huge volcano.
Savai Island is loved by extreme tourists who travel light. This is one of the secluded places where you feel far from the hustle and bustle, cities and all the benefits of civilization.
The relief of the island is very diverse: the southern coast is covered with rocks and cliffs, while the northern coast is more flat and gentle. On the northern shore is a large natural bay of Mataatu, which is famous for its beauty and picturesqueness. In the center of the island is the volcano Tafua, the last eruption of which happened in 1911. The climate is tropical, so the weather is always warm and humid.

Upolu Island
Upolu is located 13 km southeast of the island of Savaii, on the other side of the Apolima Strait and is the most populated island of the Samoan archipelago. Exploring the island is easy. Faleolo International Airport is located in the west of the island, and Apia, the capital of Samoa, is located in the north. Along its entire coast there is a good road that goes into the center, connecting Apia with the south coast.
The island is mountainous; the Upolu Range stretches along its entire length, formed from numerous extinct volcanoes. For tourists who love secluded relaxation, the southeastern coast of Upolu Island is a favorite place. There are many inconspicuous beaches hidden in the mountains, and near the coast, the four uninhabited islands of Aleipata rise, famous for their rich underwater world and nesting sites for many seabirds.
The northern and eastern parts of the island are elevated and dotted with numerous mountain ridges and gorges, while wide plains stretch in the northwest. Here you can visit the Stevenson Museum, numerous centers of traditional Polynesian art and the Samoan Village Museum, relax on the famous “Paradise Beach”, go scuba diving, go on ocean fishing or get closer to the nature of the island’s hinterland.
The southern part of the island is rich in shores dotted with palm groves. This area allows you to enjoy relaxation in the bosom of nature, magnificent coral reefs and sapphire-blue water of the lagoons. Apolima Strait

Straits of Apolima
The Apolima Strait in the Pacific Ocean is located between the two largest islands of Samoa. These are the islands of Savaii and Upolu. The strait stretched thirteen kilometers wide. The main mode of transport used to get from one island to another is the ferry. It is the state mode of transport. The entire crossing from Savaii to Upolu takes an hour and a half. The ferry sails from one pier to another.
Between these two large islands in the strait are three relatively small islands of Samoa. These are Manono and Apolima, on which there are small settlements, and the uninhabited island of Nulopa, a rocky islet with beautiful nature in the center of the island.

National University of Samoa
The National University of Samoa is a higher education institution located in the city of Apia, in Samoa. It was founded in 1984 and currently occupies the campus, which was built with funding from the Japanese government. The university has technical and vocational training courses. Upon graduation, the university issues certificates, diplomas, bachelor’s degrees.
Faculties of training: Faculty of Humanities, Faculty of Business and Entrepreneurship,
Faculty of Education, Medical Faculty, Faculty of Science, School of Business and General Studies, School of Engineering, School of Maritime Education

Anglican Congregational Christian Church
The capital of Samoa and its main port, Apia, is distinguished by its interesting architecture. It still looks like an ancient port city. A feature of Apia is that on its streets you can find a large number of churches. Among them, the Anglican Christian Church of the Congregationalists is most famous. It has an impressive size, but is slightly inferior to the largest church in Apia – the Catholic one.
The Anglican Church draws attention with its beautiful stained glass windows. It is also notable for the fact that here tourists can see the relics of the first missionary John Williams, who appeared in Samoa and told the Polynesians about his religion.

Saleloga
Saleloga is a small urban-type settlement located on the island of Saivayi. Savaii Island is part of the independent state of Samoa, which is located on eight islands in the Pacific Ocean. The village has the only port on Savaii, where steamships with tourists moor, as well as a large well-known market, where various products are always in abundance, and there are many exotic fruits. The local market also has a large selection of arts and crafts made by local craftsmen.
Saleloga is a famous tourist center in Samoa. There are many hotels here, mostly three and four star hotels with very good service. Hotels are located on the territory of the town or not far from it in beautiful places, for example, in a lagoon surrounded by coral reefs.
Not far from Saleloga there is an airport, the only one on the island of Savaii, and there is a ferry service to other islands. In the village and beyond its territory, they move by buses, taxis and rented cars.
Salelog has a church and a public library.