Map of Marshall Islands | Marshall Islands Flag facts | Places to visit in the Marshall Islands

Marshall Islands flag map
Marshall Islands flag map

Map of Marshall Islands | Marshall Islands Flag facts | Places to visit in the Marshall Islands

Looking for your next destination for a nice beach vacation? You have come to just the right place. Discover the Marshall Islands with us, the unique floral and fauna it houses but also experience the dark history that the Marshall Islands has gone through due to nuclear testing. Continue reading to learn more about the Marshall Islands.

Map of Marshall Islands

Map of Majuro Marshall Islands
Map of Majuro Marshall Islands
Marshall Islands political map with capital Majuro
Marshall Islands political map with capital Majuro
Simple map of Marshall Islands
Simple map of Marshall Islands
Marshall Islands flag map
Marshall Islands flag map

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Is Marshall Islands part of the US?

The Marshall Islands was previously ruled by Japan but the US acquired administrative control of the Marshall Islands in 1944 as part of the Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands. In 1986, the Marshall Islands gained independence by signing a Compact of Free Association with the US. The US and the Marshall Islands now are in full diplomatic relations. The Marshall Islands is free to conduct their foreign affairs under the terms of the amendment. The amended Compact dictates that the US has complete authority over the defense and security of the Marshall Islands. The Marshall Islands cannot take actions that would be against these security measures.

Is the Marshall Islands still radioactive?

The United States was responsible for conducting 67 tests near and in the Marshall Islands back in 1946 to 1958. It vaporized the entire island and led to hundreds and thousands of people leaving their belongings and homes. On Enewetak Atoll, the US experimented not only with its weapons but also with several biological tests and the contaminated soil was cleaned up by dumping 130 tons of soil from an irradiated testing site in Nevada. Bikini Atoll was also badly affected but they were compensated by the US. Despite the high radiation level in Bikini Atoll, the marine life there was unaffected, and no humans were present due to its inhabitable nature. 

 Is it safe to visit the Marshall Islands? Yes, it is. The placement of new soil on the radioactive soil greatly reduced the effects which throughout the years became weaker and weaker and now you can even visit Bikini Atoll.

Is Marshall Islands part of Polynesia and where is Marshall Islands located on the world map?

Polynesia is a subregion of Oceania situated towards the central and southern parts of the Pacific Ocean. Even though a lot of the people in the Marshall Islands belong to Polynesian descendants but geographically, Marshall Islands is a part of Micronesia. It lies towards the west of Oceania near the equator making it a part of Micronesia subregion.

How many islands are there in the Marshall Islands?

There are a total of 5 islands in the Republic of the Marshall Islands and 29 atolls which have several islets of their own. All of these are divided into two island chains. The Ratak Chain and the Ralik Chain. Majuro, the capital and Ebeye are densely populated whereas the outer islands are not too populated due to lack of job opportunities so that is where you will get to witness the traditional Marshallese life.

Marshall Islands Flag Facts

Marshall Islands flag
Marshall Islands flag

The flag of Marshall Islands was adopted on May 1st, 1979 when self-government was initiated. The First Lady of the Marshall Islands, Emalin Kabua designed the flag. The government later set appropriate specifications and rules in the Official Flag of the Marshall Islands Act that dictates all there is to know in relation to the country’s flag.

Colors and Meaning of Marshall Islands

Every flag of a country represents factors that are important to them and that encompasses the country in the best way deemed possible by the ones responsible for the flag and the country. Similarly, the Marshallese flag is rather simple yet aesthetic with the use of three colors, orange, yellow and a dark blue. 

There are two diagonal stripes of white and orange that start wider from the upper hoist and narrow down towards the lower hoist, all on a dark blue background. On the upper left corner is a white star with four prominent rays. Just like several other flags of the countries in Oceania, the use of blue represents the ocean and the diagonal bands symbolize the island’s position on the equator whereas the white star represents the Northern Hemisphere archipelago. 

The orange and white stripes themselves represent Ralik Chain (sunset) and Ratak Chain (sunrise) and also symbolize courage and peace. The star has 24 points which is also the number of electoral districts whereas the elongated rays are the cultural centers of Ebeye, Wotje, Majuro and Jaluit.

Population of Marshall Islands

The Marshall Islands has a population of over 58 thousand people with most of them belonging to the ethnic group called Marshallese. The people are mostly Christian and a small percentage is of atheists as well. The people here are immensely hospitable and welcoming of all the tourists. They greatly value their culture and it can be seen in not just their lifestyles but also their great cultural perseverance and values among the people.

Languages of Marshall Islands

Due to their previous colonization by the US, Marshall Islands have two official languages, English and Marshallese. Marshallese is also called Ebon which is a Micronesian language not just limited to the Marshall Islands but is also used outside of it.

Interesting Facts About the Marshall Islands

The Marshall Islands have faced several different phases and managed to keep their cultural integrity maintained. With an interesting history, rich culture and unique geographical location, there is a lot to know about the Marshall Islands.

  • There are 870 reef systems and 160 species of corals that the islands are made up of.
  • It is one of the 22 countries without a military.
  • It is the sixth smallest country in the world by land.

Places to Visit in the Marshall Islands

Nature, history and culture. There is nothing not to love about the Marshall Islands. Here are a few places that you must visit or experience when you are in the Marshall Islands

  • Bikini Atoll – If you are feeling adventurous, with the right precautions, you can actually visit the place as long as you are using food from the outside. The wrecks are fascinating and you can dive in the waters and see the unique marine life that it is known for.
  • Kalalin Pass – With breathtaking views and the corals underwater, you will feel like you are diving into an oversized aquarium.
  • Jaluit – Previously used to be the capital, it is one of the most famous tourist attractions and for a good reason. The place packs beauty like you have never seen or experienced before. Like a painting comes to life.

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