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Does Western Samoa still exist?
Emily Phillips 
Samoa gained its independence from New Zealand in 1962 after more than a century of foreign influence and domination, but it remains a member of the Commonwealth. The country was known as Western Samoa until 1997. Its capital and main commercial centre is Apia, on the island of Upolu.
What villages are in Upolu?
On Upolu the three villages chosen were Fasitoo-Tai, Siufaga and Falefa. On Savai’i the two villages were Tafua and Puapua. The capital city, Apia, is included on the map as a reference.
What is the biggest village in Samoa?
Samoa – 10 Largest Cities
| Name | Population | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Apia , Tuamasaga | 40,407 |
| 2 | Asau , Vaisigano | 6,643 |
| 3 | Mulifanua , Aiga-i-le-Tai | 4,508 |
| 4 | Faleula, | 2,592 |
Who is the Queen of Samoa?
Queen Salamasina
Her reign is notable in Samoan history for its absence of warfare and many Samoans today feel pride in tracing their ancestry to Queen Salamasina.
Who was the last king of Samoa?
Malietoa Tanumafili II
Malietoa Tanumafili II
| His Highness Malietoa Tanumafili II GCMG CBE | |
|---|---|
| Personal details | |
| Born | 4 January 1913 Samoa |
| Died | 11 May 2007 (aged 94) Apia, Samoa |
| Resting place | Mulinu’u |
Where is Solosolo Samoa?
Solosolo. Solosolo is a village on the northeast coast of Upolu island in Samoa. The village is in the political district of Atua and is one of the prominent settlements in the area with the largest population in its electoral constituency of Anoama’a West.
Where is solsolosolo located?
Solosolo is a village on the northeast coast of Upolu island in Samoa. The village is in the political district of Atua and is one of the prominent settlements in the area with the largest population in its electoral constituency of Anoama’a West. Located at -13.85, -171.6 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3 miles away.
What is Solosolo like to live?
The main malae (village commons) of Solosolo is on the peninsula. This is where the major ceremonies and sporting events take place, and like any Samoan village is the centre of the settlement. The malae is bordered to the west by a Congregational Christian Church and to the east by a Catholic church.
Where is the best place to stay in Samoa?
Vaie’e, Sauago, Sale’a’aumua, Falefa, Apia and Amaile are locations relatively near and could be worth to discover when around. The main hotel here is the Hotel Coconuts Beach – located in Samoa, on the main island of Upolu (where Apia and the International Airport are located).
