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Funafuti, Administrative capital on Fongafale Islet, Tuvalu.

The atoll of Funafuti spans 18 kilometers in length and 14 kilometers in width, forming a ring of small islets around a central lagoon.

During World War II, American forces established military bases on Funafuti, constructing the airfield that later became Funafuti International Airport.

The Funafuti Falekaupule serves as a gathering space where residents conduct traditional ceremonies and make community decisions according to Tuvaluan customs.

The Tuvalu Maritime Training Institute prepares students for careers in international shipping, offering specialized courses in navigation and maritime operations.

The Darwin's Drill project of 1896 conducted deep boreholes on Funafuti to study coral atoll formation, contributing to geological research.

Location: Tuvalu

GPS coordinates: -8.51996,179.19825

Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:09

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