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Christmas Island Kiribati


Kiribati also called The Republic of Kiribati is one of the famous islands of Micronesia. The Republic of Kiribati is situated in the central tropical Pacific Ocean. This island covers almost 5 million sq kilometers area near the equator.

Kiribati, formerly known as the Gilbert Islands, was predominantly dwelt by Micronesian ethnic group that spoke same oceanic language for long years until they came into contact with Europeans. It was on July 12, 1979 Kiribati was declared an independent country by Britain.

The Republic of Kiribati as is famously known was divided into various districts before independence. Those original districts were:

  • Banaba
  • Central Gilberts
  • Line Islands
  • Northern Gilberts
  • Southern Gilberts
  • Tarawa

However after independence, the three groups of Islands characterized Kiribati. These island groups do not have any administrative functions. These groups are:


  • Gilbert Group (Kiribati),
  • Line Islands, ( The Northern Equatorial Islands ) and
  • Phoenix Group

The Republic of Kiribati has unique culture, history, customs, myths, legends, and lifestyles to attract its visitors. Its rich culture can easily be epitomized by dance and music, which are held in high regards. It is very interesting to note that populace of this country believes that their music and dance forms are the representations of their talents, beauty and fortitude.

They uphold that entertainment had never been the only reason behind the origin of their art forms. And due to this lofty belief, their art is still untouched with vulgarity and obscene presentations. One of the popular dance forms of this country is Stick Dances ( tirere) which are performed during big festivals only. The unique feature of Kiribati dancing is its stress on the extended arms of dancer and sudden birdlike movement of the head.

To dive deep into the nature's beauty and experience a novel world, Republic of Kiribati

is an ideal destination for the Christmas celebrations.

Travour.com takes you to the world of beauty and enchantment with The Republic of Kiribati.


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