South Tarawa, Capital city in Gilbert Islands, Kiribati
South Tarawa consists of multiple coral islets connected by causeways, stretching from Betio to Bonriki across the central Pacific Ocean.
The British established their colonial administration center on South Tarawa in 1895, transforming the island into a government headquarters for the Gilbert Islands.
Traditional navigation skills remain fundamental to South Tarawa residents, who maintain ancient techniques for seafaring and fishing across the extensive lagoon.
Bonriki International Airport serves as the main transportation hub, while government offices spread across different districts from Betio to Bairiki.
The island population increased from 17,921 residents in 1978 to more than 63,000 in 2020, creating continuous urban settlement across all connected islets.
Location: Gilbert Islands
Elevation above the sea: 3 m
Part of: Tarawa
GPS coordinates: 1.33333,172.96667
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:06
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