Interesting Facts about Marshall Islands – 10 Unknown Facts

Interesting Facts about Marshall Islands

• Population: 58,413
• Area: 70.8 square miles (181.4 square kilometers)
• Official language: Marshallese, English
• Currency: United States dollar
• Sea level: The Marshall Islands are low-lying atolls, and the average elevation is only about 6.5 feet (2 meters) above sea level.
• Location: Located in the Pacific Ocean, north of the Equator, and west of the International Date Line.
• Most available food: Fish, coconuts, breadfruit, taro, pandanus, and tropical fruits.
• Income source: The economy of the Marshall Islands relies on subsistence agriculture, fishing, foreign aid, and financial assistance from the United States.

Unknown Facts about Marshall Islands

1. The Marshall Islands is a Micronesian nation consisting of 29 atolls and five isolated islands.
2. It gained independence from the United States in 1986 under the Compact of Free Association.
3. The Marshall Islands were the site of numerous nuclear tests conducted by the United States between 1946 and 1958.
4. The country is known for its pristine beaches, coral reefs, and World War II wreck diving sites.
5. The Bikini Atoll in the Marshall Islands was the site of nuclear testing and is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
6. The traditional Marshallese stick dance, known as “bwebwenato,” is a cultural highlight.
7. The Marshallese people have a strong oral tradition, and storytelling plays a significant role in their culture.
8. The country is vulnerable to climate change, including sea-level rise and the impact on freshwater resources.
9. The Marshall Islands is a member of the United Nations and the Pacific Islands Forum.
10. The Kwajalein Atoll in the Marshall Islands houses the U.S. Army’s Ronald Reagan Ballistic Missile Defense Test Site.

Interesting Facts about Marshall Islands – 10 Unknown Facts about Marshall Islands