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Rukutu Destination Guide
Touring Rukutu in Solomon Islands
Rukutu in the region of Solomon Islands (general) is a city located in Solomon Islands - some 144 mi or ( 232 km ) North-West of Honiara , the country's capital city .
Time in Rukutu is now 04:27 AM (Friday) . The local timezone is named " Pacific/Guadalcanal " with a UTC offset of 11 hours. Depending on your travel resources, these more prominent places might be interesting for you: Tatambiri, Mbuini Tusu, Mbili, Manambusu, and Honiara. Being here already, consider visiting Tatambiri . Check out our recommendations for Rukutu ? We have collected some references on our attractions page.
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Interesting facts about this location
Marovo Lagoon
Marovo Lagoon is the largest saltwater lagoon in the world. It is located in the New Georgia Islands, north of Vangunu Island, at {{#invoke:Coordinates|coord}}{{#coordinates:8.48|S|158.07|E||||| | |name= }}. There are many islands in the lagoon, some of which are inhabited. The people live mainly by subsistence agriculture and fishing and speak the Marovo language. The lagoon is a popular destination for diving.
Located at -8.48 158.07 (Lat./Long.); Less than 6 km away
Marovo Island
Marovo Island is an island in the Solomon Islands; it is located in the Western Province.
Located at -8.50 158.00 (Lat./Long.); Less than 6 km away
Vangunu
Vangunu is an island, part of the New Georgia Islands in the Solomon Islands. It is located between New Georgia and Nggatokae Island, at {{#invoke:Coordinates|coord}}{{#coordinates:8.63|S|158|E||||| | |name= }}. To the north and east of the island is Marovo Lagoon, the largest salt water lagoon in the world.
Located at -8.63 158.00 (Lat./Long.); Less than 13 km away
Uepi
Uepi is an island in the Solomon Islands; it is located in the Western Province, noted for its high quality blue-water drop-off scuba diving.
Located at -8.42 157.94 (Lat./Long.); Less than 16 km away
Seghe Airport
Seghe Airport is an airport on Seghe in the Solomon Islands. This airport was created in late July 1943 by Seabees supported by Marine Raiders. The field was constructed in less than 11 days. The field was then used as a fighter strip to support the Rendova and Munda Point Landings.
Located at -8.58 157.88 (Lat./Long.); Less than 20 km away
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