Fera

Fera is a small coral island in the Manning Strait, located just off the coast of Buala on Santa Isabel Island. The island is of strategic importance as it hosts the Fera Airport, which provides the primary air link for Isabel Province. Geographically, Fera is low-lying and surrounded by dense mangroves and clear coral waters, making it a pretty gateway for visitors to the region. The connection between Fera and the mainland of Buala is maintained exclusively by boat, highlighting the island's logistical character. Historically, the island served as an outpost and observation point during various periods of colonial administration. Today, Fera is the central transportation hub for the movement of people and goods to the central part of Santa Isabel, playing an indispensable role in the province's economic connectivity to the capital, Honiara.

Nearby cities

Point Cruz Business District

This district in Honiara is the commercial heart of the country.

Honiara

The capital of the Solomon Islands is located on the north coast of Guadalcanal.

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Kokumbona

A former village west of Honiara that served as the headquarters for the Japanese 17th Army during the Guadalcanal campaign.

Lungga

Lungga is an industrial and residential settlement on the eastern edge of Honiara, located by the river of the same name.

Auki

Auki is the capital of Malaita Province and one of the largest towns in the country.

Auki Market Center

Auki is the economic center of Malaita Province.

Buala

Buala is the capital of Isabel Province, located on the Maringe Lagoon.

Tulagi Island

The former capital of the British Solomon Islands Protectorate.

Tulagi

Tulagi was the former capital of the British Protectorate and is now the capital of the Central Province.

A-Tulagi

The surrounding area of Tulagi includes several small island settlements in the Central Province.

Maringe

Maringe is a significant area on Isabel, encompassing several coastal settlements along the lagoon.

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Susubona

Susubona is a settlement on Isabel Island, known for its traditional culture and craftsmanship.

Allardyce

Allardyce is a settlement on the north coast of Isabel, used primarily for forestry.

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Dadali

Dadali is a traditional settlement on Isabel, known for its cultural importance.

Kia Village

A remote village on Santa Isabel historically known as a major center for traditional canoe building and regional trade.

History & landmarks

Honiara City Council

The city council's administrative building is the hub of Honiara's local government.

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Buala Market

Buala Market is the economic hub of Isabel Island.

Savo Crater

The Savo Crater forms the center of the volcanic island of Savo north of Guadalcanal.

Banika Island

The second largest of the Russell Islands, developed into a massive Allied logistics and air base during the war.

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Pavuvu Island

An island in the Russell group that served as a major rest and training base for the US 1st Marine Division during the Pacific War.

Nature

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Buala Wetlands

The wetlands around Buala on Santa Isabel are crucial for the protection of freshwater ecosystems.

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Mount Marescot

Mount Marescot is located on Santa Isabel Island and is a prominent part of the mountain chain there.

Bauani Conservation Area

This conservation area on Santa Isabel preserves critical mangrove and coastal ecosystems.

Mount Kela

Mount Kela is the highest mountain on Santa Isabel, forming the central part of the island's mountain ridge.

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Russell Islands

The Russell Islands offer a mix of coconut plantations and pristine coral walls.

Lau Lagoon

This lagoon in northeast Malaita is famous for its artificial islands built by locals using coral rock.

Florida Islands

Also known as the Nggela Islands, these islands north of Guadalcanal feature deep natural harbors like Tulagi.

More places

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Mount Kubonitu

Mount Kubonitu is a prominent peak in southeastern Santa Isabel.

Suavanao Fisheries Point

Suavanao on Santa Isabel Island is a hub for sustainable marine resource extraction.

Allardyce Logging Camp

Allardyce is one of the largest forestry sites on Santa Isabel.

Savo Island

A volcanic island north of Guadalcanal that gave its name to one of the worst naval defeats in US history.

Savo Island Volcano

The volcano on Savo Island is a prominent geographical landmark.

Yandina Copra Center

Yandina in the Russell Islands is a historical center for coconut processing.

Pavuvu Copra Center

Pavuvu is the largest of the Russell Islands and a historical giant of copra production.

Savo Island Wrecks

The waters surrounding Savo Island are the final resting place of numerous warships sunk during the disastrous night battle of 1942.