Geography
The Solomon Islands Archipelago is scattered in the southwestern
Pacific, east of Papua New Guinea. The group comprises most of the
Solomon Islands (those in the northwest are part of Papua New Guinea),
the Ontong Java Islands, Rennell Island and the Santa Cruz Islands,
which lie further to the east.
The capital Honiara is situated on Guadalcanal Island, which also
has the highest mountain, Mount Makarakombu, at 2447m. The Solomon
Islands are a remote and unspoilt travel destination, with a slowly
developing tourist industry. The total area is 27,556 sq km (10,639
sq mi).
Climate
The climate is semi-tropical, mainly hot and humid, with little
annual variation in temperature. The wet season during November
to April can bring severe tropical storms.
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