Christmas Island

Christmas Island, officially the Territory of Christmas Island, is an external territory of Australia located in the Indian Ocean. It lies south of Java, Indonesia. Known for its unique biodiversity, the island is famous for the annual red crab migration, a natural event where millions of crabs cross the island to lay their eggs in the sea. The capital is Flying Fish Cove. The island's population is a mix of various ethnicities, including Chinese, Malay, and European Australians. Christmas Island has an interesting history, having been annexed by the United Kingdom in 1888 and transferred to Australia in 1958. The island's economy has historically been dominated by phosphate mining, but tourism is becoming increasingly important, thanks to its pristine nature and rich marine life. Population of Christmas Island from 2018 to 2020: Specific yearly data is not available, but the estimated population of Christmas Island was about 1,400 inhabitants in 2020. Capital: Flying Fish Cove (also known as Kampong): Most of the island's population resides in this area. Major cities or settlements: Flying Fish Cove is the main settlement and administrative center.