Tonga, Island nation in South Pacific Ocean
The Kingdom of Tonga comprises 176 islands scattered across the South Pacific Ocean, with 36 inhabited landmasses spread over 700,000 square kilometers of water.
The Tongan archipelago, established as a monarchy in the 10th century, remained independent throughout colonial times and maintains its status as a constitutional monarchy.
Traditional ceremonies in Tonga include the creation of tapa cloth from mulberry bark, accompanied by communal singing and intricate dance performances.
Between July and October, visitors gather at Vava'u archipelago to observe humpback whales during their annual migration through Tongan waters.
The International Date Line curves around Tonga's eastern border, making it one of the first countries to experience each new day.
Inception: 1970
Capital city: Nukuʻalofa
Website: http://www.mic.gov.to/
Part of: Polynesia
Shares border with: United States
Website: http://mic.gov.to
GPS coordinates: -19.91608,-175.20264
Latest update: November 10, 2025 14:33
Royal Palace of Nukuʻalofa
135.3 km
Ha'amonga 'a Maui
136.8 km
Free Church of Tonga
135.7 km
Seventh Day Adventist Church of Tonga
142.4 km
'Eua National Park
168.2 km
Hufangalupe
146.6 km
Roman Catholic Church of Tonga
136.4 km
Basilica of St. Anthony of Padua
135.9 km
Centenary Church
135.5 km
2021-2022 Hunga Tonga–Hunga Haʻapai eruption series
72.8 kmReviews
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