Oceania, island in the South Pacific Ocean, east of Australia.
Polynesians lived on Norfolk Island between 1200 and 1500, but the remote island was uninhabited by the time British explorer James COOK landed on the ...
Longitude: 167.95
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Latitude: 39.04372
Longitude: -77.48749
Home country: United States
Distance to Norfolk Island:
14,012.15 km
Terrain:
Volcanic island with mostly rolling plains.
Natural Resources:
Fish.
Industries:
Tourism, light industry, ready mixed concrete.
Population: 1,748
Population concentrated around the capital of Kingston.
Area: 36 km2
about 0.2 times the size of Washington, DC
Most of the 32 km coastline consists of almost inaccessible cliffs, but the land slopes down to the sea in one small southern area on Sydney Bay, where the capital of Kingston is situated.
| Code | Language |
|---|---|
| eng | English |
| pih | Norfuk |
| Code | Currency | Symbol |
|---|---|---|
| AUD | Australian dollar | $ |
Capital City: Kingston
Local time: Friday, December 12 at 3:40 am (GMT+12:00)
The flag of Norfolk Island is a green field with a white vertical stripe and a green Norfolk Island pine tree.
Bordering Countries
Norfolk Island has no bordering countries.
Visiting Norfolk Island
You're in for a treat! Norfolk Island is a fascinating place to explore, especially from September to April. Here's what you could encounter:
- Beautiful beaches and coral reefs
- Rich history and heritage
- Unique flora and fauna
- Remote location with limited access
- High cost of living and travel
- Limited medical facilities
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Travel safety is unknown, proceed with caution
- Norfolk Island cuisine features fresh seafood and locally grown produce.
- Popular dishes include fish fry and mudda (banana dumplings).
- Local honey and cheeses are specialties.
- Visit the Norfolk Island National Park
- Explore Kingston and Arthur's Vale Historic Area
- Relax on Emily Bay
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