Solomon Islands
Solomon Islands
Island
Country:
Solomon Islands
Region:
Solomon Islands
Value:
National
Visit duration:
1 day
Categories:
Nature / Island
Island
Description:
Desperate battles unfolded against a paradise-island backdrop in this South Pacific archipelago after US Marines landed on Guadalcanal Island in 1942. Decades after the last skirmish, the lush jungle holds rusting tanks, amphibious vehicles and fox holes that are a haunting reminder of that era. Sunken seaplanes, oil tankers and submarines are strewn across the ocean floor, sprouting coral formations on corroded metal sheathings. For travelers who snorkel or scuba dive, exploring the Solomon Islands is the chance to watch sea life colonize the remnants of a brutal war.
Topics:
War
Why visit:
Excursion
Interesting:
Fitness level:
Visit time:
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
Access:
Bike
Car
Car 4x4
Foot
Motorbike
Info:
Clothing:
For the season
Connection:
Ok
Map and directions
Created:
Updated:
ID:
21750