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Samoa

Quick Facts

Capital
Apia
Continent
Oceania
Population
~200 thousand
Language(s)
Samoan, English
Currency
Samoan tālā

Did you know?

Samoa made headlines worldwide in 2011 when it skipped an entire day β€” jumping from Thursday 29 December directly to Saturday 31 December β€” to move to the west side of the International Date Line.

About Samoa

Samoa is a nation located in Oceania, with Apia serving as its capital city. Home to a population of ~200 thousand, it is a country shaped by a rich history, diverse geography and the living cultures of its people. Samoan and English are among the official languages spoken across the country, and the Samoan tālā serves as the official currency. From its natural landscapes to its cities and traditions, Samoa offers an extraordinary depth of culture and history that rewards curious minds. Whether you are a seasoned traveller, a geography enthusiast or a quiz night regular, exploring what makes Samoa unique is always worthwhile. Use the quiz generator at the bottom of this page to challenge yourself β€” or your friends β€” on everything Samoa has to offer.

Famous People from Samoa

Malietoa Tanumafili IIFiame Naomi Mata'afaBrian LimaAlesana TuilagiVa'aiga Tuigamala

World Cup History

Best result: Never qualified

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Neighbouring Countries

No land borders β€” Samoa is an island nation.

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