Marshall Islands is a country in Oceania / Pacific, Oceania. Its capital is Majuro, with a population of approximately 42K and a total area of 181 km². The official languages are Marshallese / English and the currency is the US Dollar (USD).
Marshall Islands covers an area of 181 km² with a population density of 232/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $0.25B ($5,952 per capita) and gained independence in 1986. It has a coastline of 370 km.
The Marshall Islands gave the world the word 'bikini' — the scandalous two-piece swimwear was named after Bikini Atoll where the US conducted nuclear tests, the shock of which was compared to the shock of the new swimsuit. 67 nuclear bombs were detonated here.
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UNESCO nuclear test site — ghostly underwater shipwrecks and a haunting Cold War history
One of the world's largest lagoons — stunning blue water surrounded by narrow coral strips
A remote paradise atoll with pristine beaches and traditional Marshallese culture
The national museum preserving Marshallese navigation traditions including the remarkable stick charts
The capital of Marshall Islands is Majuro.
The official language(s) of Marshall Islands are Marshallese / English.
The population of Marshall Islands is approximately 42K.
Marshall Islands uses the US Dollar (USD).
Marshall Islands is located in Oceania, in the Oceania / Pacific region.
Marshall Islands has a GDP of $0.25B, with a GDP per capita of $5,952.
The best time to visit Marshall Islands is December–April. The climate is Tropical, hot and humid year-round.
Visa-free for US citizens, visa on arrival for others
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