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	Tonga on the 'NET - Tongatapu, the sacred island
		Tongatapu ("Sacred Tonga") is Tonga's main island, containing one-third of its land area and nearly two-thirds of the population.
		Tongatapu hosts over 60% of the country's population and is the government centre, at the capital Nuku'alofa.
		Tongatapu IS the largest island of the kingdom, 34 km across from west to east.
	www.tongatapu.net.to /tonga/islands/tbu/tongatapu.htm (700 words)

	Tongatapu Travel Guide - Tonga Island
		The capital Nuku'alofa on the north shore of the island is the main centre with half the islands population.
		The eastern half of Tongatapu is less developed with miles of deserted white sandy beaches, limestone coves and deep caves along its coast.
		The north coat of Tongatapu is featureless, the beaches being muddy and full of pigs at low tide, fishing in the tidal pools and scouring for crabs.
	www.tonga.islands-travel.com /tonga.html (595 words)

	Tongatapu: Kingdom of Tonga
		Although not particularly large, Tongatapu requires two full days to explore since its attractions consist of historical sites and beautiful beaches on the eastern half of the island and natural landmarks on the western side.
		Tongatapu narrows considerably as it runs west into a peninsula-like section which is called the Kolovai District.
		Tongatapu's eastern section is regarded by many as the more interesting half of the island since it has several beaches and the ancient burial site of the Langi Tombs, some 28 royal burial sites named for their terraced style construction.
	www.janeresture.com /tonga_tongatapu/index.htm (931 words)

	Islands of the Kingdom of Tonga - A View from Space (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		Here is the island of Tongatapu, as seen in June 1992 from an altitude of 183 nautical miles.
		Tongatapu has a land area of approximately 260 square km, about a third of the total land in the Kindgom.
		The runway of Fua'amotu International Airport is visible near the southernmost portion of Tongatapu.
	www.vacations.tvb.gov.to /sts50.htm (89 words)

	Map of Tongatapu
		Buses around Tongatapu are extremely cheap but there is no fixed timetable and usually stop after 4pm in rural areas and 5pm in town.
		The most attractive sandy beach on Tongatapu extends along the north west coast for almost a mile with good swimming and snorkelling and the most popular surfing waves in Tonga.
		Plantations dominate rural Tongatapu with taro fields, pumpkins, vanilla and coconut plantations - there is virtually no natural forest remaining.
	www.tonga-islands.com /tongatapu.html (985 words)

	Taufonua Travel
		There are 3 off-shore coral islands of Fafa, Atata, and Pangaimotu and are all reached from the main wharf at Nuku'alofa and all have white sandy beaches, beautiful swimming, snorkelling and diving.
		Tongatapu, the largest island in the Kingdom is relatively flat, constitutes one third of the land mass and one third of the population of the Kingdom.
		Nuku'alofa the capital of Tongatapu is an industrial and business centre and also the gateway to visit the local islands of Atata, Fafa and Pangaimotu and Eua.
	www.taufonua.com /tongatapu.html (1360 words)

	Tongatapu (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		Tongatapu Island, the 'main island' of the nation of Tonga and home of the capital city, Nuku'alofa.
		I spent just a few hours touring Tongatapu by taxi before catching my connecting flight to Lifuka in the Ha'apai island group about 100 miles to the north.
		In addition to blue skies and tropical breezes, Tongatapu had a rustic, small town appeal.
	members.ispwest.com /jwilbrot/Tongatapu.html (164 words)

	Tongatapu - Biocrawler (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		Tongatapu is also the home to the current King of Tonga, Taufa'ahau Tupou IV, as well as numerous Tongan historical sites.
		The capital, Nuku'alofa, has seen a more rapid economic development than the other islands and is thus a commercial hub, attracting many immigrants from outer islands.
		Hufangalupe - Natural landbridge on the south eastern side of Tongatapu
	www.biocrawler.com /encyclopedia/Tongatapu (163 words)

	Tongatapu Accommodation & Travel Information, Tonga, South Pacific Islands - Jasons Travel Channel (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		Due to its relatively flat terrain, Tongatapu is easy to explore by car, bike or even on foot.
		Tongatapu has a magnificent lagoon and reef, and there are five marine reserves and two island parks protected by government legislation.
		Diving is excellent in the shallow waters north of Tongatapu, with wrecks, caves, chasms and coral walls.
	www.jasons.com /001265,,,,,PG,3,0.mel (722 words)

	Tongatapu Resorts - (BeautifulPacific.com)
		The following selection of tongatapu resorts are highly recommended by Beautiful Pacific and have won either a Beautiful Pacific gold or silver award.
		Nuku'alofa Town is the capital of Tonga, sitting on an narrow isthmus facing the outer island and offshore islands to the north, and the inner turquoise lagoon to the south.
		Whist the main island of Tongatapu has some lovely scenic attractions and historical sites, the most appealing tourist attraction is the wonderful collection of 20 coral islands within the main lagoon directly offshore from Nukualofa.
	www.beautifultonga.com /main-island.html (957 words)

	Islands of the Kingdom of Tonga - Tongatapu
		Islands of the Kingdom of Tonga - Tongatapu
		Tongatapu is the largest island in the Kingdom of Tonga.
		Tongatapu's drinking water supply come from underground, called the water lens.
	www.vacations.tvb.gov.to /totapu.htm (1911 words)

	Scuba Diving Tongatapu, Tonga - Visit Nukualofa, Tongatapu Island - Scuba Dive Travel Tonga, Dive Adventures Australia
		Tongatapu is home to the capital - Nuku'alofa.
		Tongatapu is the hub of this island chain in western Polynesia.
		If it is a Sunday, a visit to church is a must to hear the voices of angels.
	www.diveadventures.com /pages/destinations/Tonga/tongatapu.htm (534 words)

	FAO Workshop - Data Collection for the Pacific Region - FRA WP 51 (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		The eastern islands, including Tongatapu, are of coral, while islands of volcanic origin lie to the west.
		The climate is oceanic tropical with high humidity and an average daily temperature range of 16° to 29° C. Precipitation averages from 1 800 mm a year on Tongatapu to 2 500 mm on some of the northern islands.
		The main island groups are composed of raised coral limestone buried in deep layers of fine ash derived from the string of active and dormant volcanic islands located to the west.
	www.fao.org /docrep/006/ad672e/ad672e17.htm (2661 words)

	Tonga (06/06)
		The largest island, Tongatapu, on which the capital city of Nuku'alofa is located, covers 257 square kilometers (99 sq.
		F), and the annual rainfall is from 170 to 297 centimeters (67-117 in.) as one moves from Tongatapu in the south to the more northerly islands closer to the Equator.
		A new treaty of friendship and protection with the United Kingdom, signed in 1958 and ratified in May 1959, provided for a British Commissioner and consul in Tonga who were responsible to the Governor of Fiji in his capacity as British Chief Commissioner for Tonga.
	www.state.gov /r/pa/ei/bgn/16092.htm (3145 words)

	Map of Tongatapu Island, Kingdom of Tonga, South Pacific Islands
		Tongatapu is the Kingdom of Tonga's largest island with over two-thirds of the country's population.
		Tongatapu offers a combination of history and natural beauty to the sightseer.
		Most of Tongatapu's hotels are in Nukualofa, although a number of beach resorts are along the southwest coast near Kolovai and Haatafu.
	www.mapsouthpacific.com /tonga/tongatapu-map.html (318 words)

	Tongatapu (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		You have the option of staying in an apartment or townhouse with its own kitchen, bathroom, bedrooms and lounge, and they can be rented short or long term.
		Tongan oral history preserves tales of the slave labour used to undertake this massive construction.
		You could easily walk around the west of Tongatapu in a few days, but there are frequent buses from Nuku'alofa.
	www.pacificislandtravel.com /tonga/about_destin/tongatapu.html (868 words)

	Journal: Kingdom of Tonga: Tongatapu
		We were sorry to skip the remote Ha'apai group of islands, but we've vowed to return next year and take our time exploring Tonga.
		On Monday, October 29, we arrived at the outer motus of Tongatapu at 1300 and reached the harbor at Nuku'alofa at 1500.
		The islands around Tongatapu look lovely; but unfortunately, most of our time here will be spent preparing for our passage to New Zealand.
	www.svfelicity.com /journal/tonga2.htm (942 words)

	Tonga Sailing — Tonga Vacations — Tonga Travel - Vava'u - Tongatapu
		In Hawaii, which is were we live, the Northern Hemisphere humpbacks come to Hawaii for the same purpose.
		The Kingdom of Tonga, or the Friendly Islands - so called by Captain James Cook, is made up of three main island groups – Tongatapu in the south, Ha’apai in the centre and Vava’u in the north.
		Tongatapu, where Tonga’s international airport is situated, is another 8 hour sail from the southernmost Ha’apai islands.
	tonga-escapes.com /tonga-sailing.html (493 words)

	Tongaholiday.com - Sightseeing in Tongatapu (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		Tongatapu is the cultural centre of Tonga and there's plenty to see...
		The Tongan National Culture Centre is one of those places that needs to be on the "must-do" for all visitors...
		A German couple took time out to spend a day touring Tongatapu with Toni......
	www.tongaholiday.com /activities/sightseeing/tongatapu (89 words)

	Peau Vava'u - Travel with Tonga's Domestic Airline to Tongatapu, Ha'apai and Vava'u (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		The aircraft has a passenger seating capacity of 29 and an available payload that will ensure that all passenger baggage can be carried on board with a full compliment of passengers.
		The long-term lease contract was signed yesterday in Tongatapu by Director of Peau Vava’u Mr.
		It is expected to commence passenger and cargo services within the Kingdom by the 22nd September, but the Peau Vava'u team are working hard to bring it in earlier.
	www.peauvavau.to /news.html (880 words)

	The Kingdom of Tonga: Online Tour (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		Tongatapu is the largest island in Tonga, and with its surrounding islands make up the Tongatapu group: the southernmost group of islands in the Kingdom.
		Over a thousand years of history are right here, with the Ha'amonga Maui stonehenge (with the largest backrest known to man!), the Lapaha tombs: where ancient rulers are buried, and the current Royal Palace is located.
		With easy access to idyllic coral islands and resorts, and excellent swimming, diving and snorkelling, as well as secluded beaches, famous and dramatic blowholes, Tongatapu is a very special place indeed.
	www.dmctonga.com /tonga/tongatapu.html (133 words)

	Tongatapu Hostels: Book a cheap hostel in Tongatapu, Tonga with no booking fees!
		Below is a selection of hostels in Tongatapu.
		Royal Sunset Island resort is located on Atata island 7nm from the main Island Of Tongatapu.
		Tongatapu is one of over 2000 destinations worldwide available on HostelBookers.
	www.hostelbookers.com /hostels/tonga/tongatapu (109 words)

	Clive Edwards snatches Tongatapu seat
		Clive who becomes the Tongatapu no. 3 People's Representative, and a woman, Lepolo Mahe Taunisila, who becomes the Niuas People's Representative, will replace the members who were appointed to Cabinet on March 21.
		Clive was one of 18 candidates running for the Tongatapu seat vacated by Dr Feleti Sevele, who became the new Minister of Labour, Commerce and Industries.
		Lepolo was one of five candidates standing for the Niuatoputapu and Niuafo'ou People's seat vacated by Sione Peauafi Haukinima, who became the Minister of Forestry.
	www.matangitonga.to /scripts/artman/exec/view.cgi?archive=4&num=912 (428 words)

	Marketonga - Marketing the South Pacific Kingdom of Tonga
		The capital Nuku'alofa, in Tongatapu is your first destination when travelling to the Kingdom.
		As the Tongans are not known to be beach culture people, you may still find a beach all to yourself.
		After spending a few days on Tongatapu with its ancient and historical attractions such as the Trilithon, natural coral bridge, and so on, you are free to visit the beautiful and famous Vava'u, idyllic Ha'apai, and unexploited 'Eua.
	www.marketonga.to /tongatapu.htm (163 words)

	Survey of limu tanga'u (cladosiphon sp.) in tongatapu, ha'apai and vava'u islands in tonga: observations on growth in ...
		Survey of limu tanga'u (cladosiphon sp.) in tongatapu, ha'apai and vava'u islands in tonga: observations on growth in december 1996
		The Food and Agriculture Organization is greatly indebted to the organizations and individuals who assisted in the implementation of the project by providing information, advice and facilities.
		Figure 2a: The area of initial harvest on Tongatapu off Navutoka (located to the right in the photo).
	www.fao.org /docrep/005/AC894E/AC894E00.htm (1367 words)

	Cheap Flights to Tongatapu - Flights, Online Prices, Airline Tickets
		Our MultiSearch for flights to and from Tongatapu, Tonga is a fast way to search and book cheap flights worldwide.
		You can compare flight prices from multiple travel agents by entering your flight details only once and buy airline tickets online for the cheapest air fares, domestic or international.
		Flights to Tongatapu from airports in the United Kingdom
	www.1stflights.com /Tonga-flights/Tongatapu.html (135 words)

	Tonga, Kingdom of Tonga Resorts Tonga Hotels Tongatapu Vavau Haapai
		There is something for everyone in the Kingdom of Tonga - - world-class scuba diving and snorkeling (including diving/snorkeling in caves and grottos), sea kayaking, romantic picnics on secluded beaches, traditional Tongan dancing and feasts, horseback riding, hiking, fishing, sailing, and most important, laying on the beach relaxing.
		Nuku'alofa, the capital, is located on the main island of Tongatapu.
		Here is the centre of Government and business and it is where the Royal Family lives.
	www.south-seas-adventures.com /Tonga/Tonga.php (869 words)

	South Pacific Tourism Organisation - Comprehensive listings for Accommodation In Tonga (Tongatapu Listing) hotels, ...
		South Pacific Tourism Organisation - Comprehensive listings for Accommodation In Tonga (Tongatapu Listing) hotels, resorts, motels, guest houses, other accommodation and activities, sight seeing, things to do, including online booking reservations.
		Otuhaka is situated in a colourful garden setting with the whitest sands on the island.
		For business travelers with dealings in Tonga, or tourists looking to explore Tongatapu from a base in Nuku'alofa, the Pacific Royale is an excellent choice.
	www.spto.org /spto/export/sites/spto/destinations/tonga/to_tongatapu.shtml (1483 words)

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