Gizo, Solomon Islands

Gizo is the capital of the Western Province in Solomon Islands. With a population of 7,177 (as of 2019), it is the third largest town in the country. It is situated on Ghizo Island approximately 380 kilometres (236 miles) west-northwest of the capital, Honiara, and is just southwest of the larger island of Kolombangara.

Gizo
Town
A view of Waterfront Market place in Gizo
Gizo
Location in Solomon Islands
Coordinates: 8°06′20″S 156°50′20″E
CountrySolomon Islands
ProvinceWestern Province
IslandGhizo
Population
 (2019)
  Total7,177

Gizo has a small landing strip on the nearby island of Nusatupe to the north east of the town, making it relatively developed compared to other settlements in the general vicinity. These days Gizo is a tourism centre with diving and surfing being popular activities.

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