The nation welcomes the earliest and latest year 2017 in the world

With only one more day left, we will officially enter the new year 2017 calendar year. But did you know, not all of us will welcome the New Year's Eve at the same time that there are friends who have welcomed this sacred moment a few hours before.

While we were having fun with our friends at the annual meal, the people of the Samoa Islands, or the Christmas Island of the Republic of Kiribati, soon gathered around the family because the new year would come to them for more than ten hours. !

Travel together to discover the countries that welcome the new and early 2017 in the world.

The country welcomes the first dawn of the new year in the world

Due to the rescheduling on the earliest time zone UTC +14, Samoa - the official name of Samoa Independent State in the center of the Pacific Ocean - is the first country to receive the dawn in the world.

This means that the islanders will welcome the New Year's Eve before Vietnam 7 hours - at 5pm in Vietnam.

With a total area of ​​2,934 km 2 , located in the area of ​​tropical moist forest ecology and rich culture, history - promises to attract many visitors to Samoa.

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With beautiful long beaches and white fine sand, clear blue sea - Samoa would make the most demanding guest smile.

Not only immersed in the blue water, roam the white sand, visitors also have the opportunity to explore the tropical forests teeming with birds and wild animals. Or if you love exploring, you can visit the remnants of the volcanic eruption about 120 years ago.

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Coming to Samoa, do not forget to visit the markets in Apia - where selling fresh and extremely delicious fruits. The handicraft products at the flea market in Apia will not disappoint you.

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All products are locally produced. When you buy a product, you not only contribute to creating a eco-friendly and sustainable environment, but also to encourage the efforts of the local people.

Along with the time zone with Samoa - Kiritimati or Christmas Island under the sovereignty of the Republic Kiribati will also be honored to welcome the new year early in the world.

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The image of Kiritimati island shot above.

With an area of ​​about 322km 2 , about 6,700km from Sydney, the whole island is a mecca of wildlife, where nature is still unspoiled and less damaged by human hands.

This will be a famous place that promises many unexpected experiences for tourists who love to explore the ocean.

Countries with the latest New Year in the world

Samoa and Kiritimati welcome the new year when the clock is only 17 hours in Vietnam, while citizens of Honolulu, Hawaii (USA) welcome the new year 24 hours later, ie 17:00 on January 1, 2017 in Vietnam.

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The ultra-western and southernmost location in the United States - Honolulu - is Hawaii's most crowded, crowded and crowded city. Iolani Palace, Bishop Museum, Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor, Waikiki Oceanographic Institute, Waikiki Beach . are all popular destinations loved by tourists.

Honolulu gathers all the ideal features for tourism, vibrant city, rich, rich scenery, friendly people and can't help but mention the diverse tropical cuisine.

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With such a bustling and colorful city, everyone can guess how exciting and exciting the new year is: the parties are brightly decorated in the typical style of Hawaii on the beach. sea, music and wild dance.

If you're a fan of crowded parties to dance and enjoy with friends, Honolulu is definitely the number one choice here.

But did you know, Honolulu is still not the last new year in the world. This honorable title belongs to the American Samoa nation.

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American Samoa is the US territory in the South Pacific, with the capital Pago Pago on UTC time zone - 11. The people here celebrate the new year one hour later than Hawaii, which is 18:00 on January 1 2017 in Vietnam.

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Pago Pago or American Samoa are all unfamiliar names for tourists. The highlight of this tour is the American Samoa National Park and especially the Jean P. Haydon Museum - which provides knowledge of the latest New Year country - from development history and literature. localize to natural scenery.