Samoans or Samoan people (Samoan: tagata Sāmoa) are the Indigenous Polynesian people of the Samoan Islands, an archipelago in Polynesia, who speak the Samoan language.

Dec 27, 2025 · Samoans are mainly of Polynesian heritage, and about nine-tenths of the population are ethnic Samoans. Euronesians (people of mixed European and Polynesian ancestry) account for …

Aug 14, 2025 · The people of American Samoa are deeply rooted in Polynesian heritage, tracing their lineage back over 3,000 years. Nearly all inhabitants are indigenous Samoans, making this …

Discover the rich traditional life of the Samoan people. Experience authentic island hospitality, values, dance, art and cuisine.

Sep 19, 2025 · Hailing from Polynesian ancestry, the people of Samoa have a proud heritage with traditions dating back around 3,000 years. Learn about the population, ethnicity and where the …

Samoans are the residents of a chain of islands within the Polynesian culture area of the South Pacific. The Samoan archipelago is politically divided into the independent nation of Samoa and the …

Jul 24, 2021 · This comprehensive guide explores the history, social organization, spiritual practices, and cultural contributions of the Samoan people, emphasizing their enduring legacy in the Pacific …

Dec 27, 2025 · Although some Samoan values and customs have changed markedly since European contact, particularly in Apia, Samoans have strived to preserve the fa‘a Samoa (“Samoan way of …

Samoa was discovered and settled by the Lapita people (Austronesian people who spoke Oceanic languages), who travelled from Island Melanesia. The earliest human remains found in Samoa are …

The first European to sight the Samoan Islands in 1722 was the Dutch explorer Jacob Roggeveen, though he did not land there. In about 1800 some isolated European sailors and escaped convicts …