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{{Infobox settlement
| name = Pago Pago
| official_name = Pago Pago, American Samoa
| settlement_type = Capital village
| image_skyline =
| image_caption = Scenic view of Pago Pago Harbor
| subdivision_name = United States
| subdivision_name1 = American Samoa
| established_date = 19th century
| population_total = ~3,500
| area_total_km2 = 5
| timezone = Samoa Standard Time (UTC−11)
| postal_code = 96799
| area_code = 684
}}
'''Pago Pago''' is the capital of [[American Samoa]], a U.S. territory located in the South Pacific Ocean. Nestled in a deep natural harbor on the island of '''Tutuila''', Pago Pago serves as the administrative, commercial, and transportation hub of the territory.

== Overview ==
* Technically a collection of villages including Fagatogo (legislature), Utulei (executive offices), and Malaloa (port)
* Most government buildings are located in '''Fagatogo''', but the entire bay area is commonly referred to as Pago Pago
* Surrounded by lush volcanic hills and one of the best natural harbors in the Pacific

== History ==
* Became the seat of the U.S. naval administration in the early 1900s
* A U.S. naval station was established here in 1899 following a treaty with local chiefs
* Played a key role in WWII as a military outpost
* Still bears strong American influence in its institutions and economy

== Government and Services ==
* Hosts the '''American Samoa Government House''', legislature, and main judicial buildings
* U.S. federal agencies have regional offices here
* No municipal government — governance is managed at the territorial level

== Economy ==
* Dominated by '''tuna fishing and canning''', port operations, and public administration
* Tourism is emerging but limited due to geographic isolation
* Heavy reliance on U.S. federal funding and military enlistment

== Attractions and Culture ==
* '''National Park of American Samoa''' – protects reefs, rainforests, and Samoan culture
* '''Mount ʻAlava''' – offers sweeping views of the harbor and coast
* '''Jean P. Haydon Museum''', markets, and local churches highlight island traditions
* Strong presence of '''Fa'a Samoa''' – the traditional Samoan way of life

== Transportation ==
* Served by '''Pago Pago International Airport (PPG)''' with limited international flights
* Local taxis and buses serve surrounding villages
* The harbor remains vital for trade, fishing, and U.S. Coast Guard activity

== Fun Facts ==
* One of the '''wettest capital cities in the world''' due to high rainfall
* Featured in pop culture, including the TV show *American Dad!* and multiple documentaries
* Residents are U.S. nationals, not citizens (unless they apply separately)

== See Also ==
* [[American Samoa]]
* [[United States Territory Capitals]]
* [[U.S. Territories]]

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