The Free Church of Tonga is an iconic building in the capital, Nuku’alofa. Established in 1885 by King George Tupou I, it has become the official state church.
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Free Church of Tonga in Nuku’alofa
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This photo is of the Free Church of Tonga building, not the Free Wesleyan Church building. This was not the premises of the King’s coronation.
Thanks heaps Christine. I have changed the page. Please check that it is correct. 🙂