Samoa 2018 statutory public holidays
Samoa is a country with a strong traditional Polynesian culture. It is the center of the Polynesian Islands and the place where Samoans have lived for generations. The social structure is still tribal, and each tribe is a patrilineal clan. The tribe's land distribution rights are in the hands of "Maathai", who distributes it to each household for cultivation. Most residents believe in Christianity. The official language is Samoan, and English is commonly used.