The Cook Islands is an archipelago located in Oceania. More specifically, the islands are situated between New Zealand and Hawaii, in the southern part of the vast Pacific Ocean.

The northern part of the archipelago is represented by islands of volcanic origin, the southern part – by coral atolls. The archipelago is famous for its exuberant and diverse culture. Each island has its own traditional crafts and customs. The islands are especially known for traditional dance festivals.

The Cook Islands does not suffer from numerous tourist visits. They attract those who are ready to see what Polynesian lands were before the Europeans came there.

The area of the islands is 240 km2. Approximately 21 thousand people inhabit the territory of the state.

Avarua is the capital of the Cook Islands. The official language is English, and the local Maori language is also widely used. The New Zealand dollar is the local monetary unit.