Territory of Christmas Island

　　Christmas Island is an overseas territory of Australia located in the northeastern Indian Ocean. It is a volcanic island with an area of 135 square kilometers, situated about 2,600 kilometers southeast of Perth, the capital of Western Australia. This island is one of the few places in the world outside Greater China where ethnic Chinese make up the majority of the population. The official language is English. In addition, the island boasts stunning scenery, is surrounded by coral reefs, and enjoys gentle waves.

　　Tourism on Christmas Island is becoming an increasingly important industry, while phosphate mining remains its main economic pillar. About 70% of the island is designated as a national park, home to unique flora and fauna. Well-developed diving and fishing facilities also attract many visitors. Christmas Island is world-renowned for its annual red crab migration, offering a spectacle that can only be seen here — the migration of Christmas Island red crabs. It’s truly a sight to behold. From late October to early January each year, during the rainy season, millions of red crabs emerge from their forest burrows and march en masse toward the sea to spawn. At the peak of the migration, the roads can even be submerged under a “sea” of red crabs.

　　Christmas Island Reason to Visit: The best place to witness the red crab migration Continent: Oceania [Oceania] Country/Region: Australia [Australia] State/Province: Territory of Christmas Island [The Territory of Christmas Island]