This location on the east side of Tongatpu Island is historically significant. British explorer Captain James Cook came ashore here when he visited Tongatapu Island back in 1777. He dubbed Tonga the “Friendly Islands” due to the warm welcome he received.
Looking at a colorful local church building in a small settlement on the island of Tongatapu in Tonga.
Much of Tongatapu Island’s land is used for growing crops. Pictured is a palm plantation with taro growing as...
Ha’atafu Beach is an idyllic stretch of beach and coral reef on Tongatapu Island. The coast here is a...
No other tree epitomizes the South Pacific and tropical islands than the Coconut Palm. In view is a plantation...
View of Ha’atafu Beach on Tongatapu Island with coral exposed at low tide. Tongatapu is a great place for...
Approaching a traditional fale with a Tongan lady standing at the entrance. The location is Old Tonga, a traditional...
A woman selling hand-made crafts including tapa cloth and art near the entrance to Anahulu Cave. This area is...
View of the Fire Brigade on Tongatapu Island in Tonga, (circa 2008). The Australian Government provided the fire service...
