Visit Phoenix Islands
The Phoenix Islands of Kiribati are an archipelago located in the central Pacific Ocean. It is part of the Republic of Kiribati and comprises a total of eight islands with a total area of only 13 square miles (33.6 km2). The main island, Kanton, serves as the capital for the group and is also home to Fanning Island International Airport.
One popular tourist destination on the Phoenix Islands is Rawaki Island, which has stunning white beaches, crystal-clear waters and numerous coral reefs teeming with marine life. For those looking for a cultural experience, Nikumaroro Island offers traditional villages full of friendly locals eager to share stories about their rich history and culture.
A unique historical fact about the Phoenix Islands is that it was used by British explorer John Fearnall in 1824 as a stopover point on his voyage from Sydney to Valparaiso in South America - making it one of the first places visited by Europeans in modern times.
One popular tourist destination on the Phoenix Islands is Rawaki Island, which has stunning white beaches, crystal-clear waters and numerous coral reefs teeming with marine life. For those looking for a cultural experience, Nikumaroro Island offers traditional villages full of friendly locals eager to share stories about their rich history and culture.
A unique historical fact about the Phoenix Islands is that it was used by British explorer John Fearnall in 1824 as a stopover point on his voyage from Sydney to Valparaiso in South America - making it one of the first places visited by Europeans in modern times.
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