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There are many popular and must see Tourist Attractions in Santa Cruz Islands that are worth exploring. Whenever you come to the islands, you will never fall short of places to see and things to do in the Islands. Here are some of the suggested Tourist Attractions in Santa Cruz Islands and important activities that you can enjoy.

Kennedy Island

The Kennedy Island was named after John. F Kennedy, a young US Navy Lieutenant. This popular tourist attraction is located near Gizo, the island which now features an annual Kennedy swim attracting overseas and local open water swimmers.

Known as the world's largest uplifted coral island, it is home to numerous plants and animals that are endemic to the island. Lake Tenggano is found in here. This is the largest fresh water lake in the south pacific. The lake is also host to a number of rare orchids and makes for a must see attraction. This is included in the World heritage listing

Head Hunting Shrines

The Solomon Islands are known for its head hunting marauding. Quite famous is the island of Skulls, situated near Kundu point and the sacred Dog stone. This is situated across Munda on Roviana island, once home to ferocious head-hunter Ingava.

Mataniko Falls and Tenaru Falls (Honiara)

The lovely Tenaru Falls is an hour's drive from Honiara. You can hike through the rainforest past the local villages which takes about 2 hours each way.

National Museum & Culture Centre (Honiara)

This popular museum is located in Honiara's town centre. This museum focuses on traditional culture and houses displays on dance, body ornaments currency, weaponry and archaeology. Behind it are situated eight traditionally constructed houses, each from a different province.

Rare Art & Craft

The extensive arrays of art and craft make Solomon Islands a collector's paradise. The crafts come in brown streaked or black ebony hardwood, and common in the Nguzunguzu, the figure head of war canoes. The stone carving of sea and plant life in addition to pandanus baskets, bags and trays make some amazingly minute patterns. The ancient currencies like Malaita finely crafted shell money can be purchased as souvenirs. They are still in circulation for traditional rituals like bride price and reconciliation ceremonies. The province of Temotu has its own red feather currency.

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Tourist Attractions in Santa Cruz Islands
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