While Eua Island has no volcanoes, nearby volcanoes have deposited volcanic compounds on the island. This has enriched the soil and helps support rain forest throughout the island. The volcanic nature of the soil can clearly be seen where the vegetation is not thick such as exposed areas like the top of this coastal cliff.
The south coast of Eua Island has been uplifted due to tectonic forces. The result is spectacular cliffs and...
This larger building on Eua Island uses traditional building materials.
Sink holes are caused by a collapse of the ground for various reasons including erosion. This sink hole located...
Looking at the main road into the small town of Onhonua on Eua Island. Tonga’s main island Tongatapu can...
This small pine forest on Eua Island is not native to the island. The forest belongs to the King...
Close up view of sand granules comprised of ground up coral and shells. Image taken at Ha’aluma Beach on...
Looking at the root system of Ovava with a person to provide scale. Ovava is a Giant Strangling Fig...
A large hall constructed from wood in the small town of Ohonua on Eua Island.
