Sapapali'i & John Williams Monument
Sapapali'i
The landing site where missionary John Williams brought Christianity to Samoa in 1830. The village has a monument, and the sunset over the sea is lovely.
In 1830, London Missionary Society missionary John Williams landed at Sapapali'i village, where he was welcomed by the high chief Malietoa. Christianity spread across Samoa from here and has profoundly shaped the lives of Samoans today. By the sea in the village stands a monument, next to a large white church. The site is about 8 km north of the Salelologa wharf, so it is convenient to visit after disembarking, or to watch the sunset over the sea in the evening. Dress respectfully when visiting the church.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Salelologa Wharf & Market
- Lano Beach
- Tafua Rainforest Preserve & Crater
- Afu Aau Waterfall
- Pulemelei Mound
- Mu Pagoa Waterfall
- Mount Matavanu Crater
- Saleaula Lava Fields