American Samoa / Place guide
Discover American Samoa
American Samoa is a United States territory in the South Pacific. Its inhabited islands combine steep volcanic relief with coastal settlements and harbours. The territory is distinct from the independent state of Samoa.
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Explore American Samoa
Islands shaped by relief
On Tutuila, development follows bays and narrow coastal areas where the terrain permits. Hills rise quickly behind many settlements, so the relationship with the sea remains especially strong.
The Pago Pago harbour area
Pago Pago is a useful starting point, but the harbour contains several named communities. Fagatogo and Utulei have their own identities and functions. Seeing this area as connected settlements, rather than one conventional compact capital, gives a more accurate introduction to American Samoa.
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