21. PACIFIC ISLAND WEB DIRECTORY: Countries : Tonga : Culture PACIFIC ISLAND WEB DIRECTORY Countries tonga culture. Top Countries tonga culture http://www.pacificforum.com/links/Countries/Tonga/culture

PACIFIC ISLAND WEB DIRECTORY: Countries : Tonga : culture Top Countries Tonga : culture Home Add a Resource Modify a Resource What's New ... Search Links: The Tapa pages - The tapa pages by Mike Weston are quite descriptive (Added: 31-Dec-1997 Hits: 479) Tongan Language - Crash course in the Tongan language for anybody wanting to start learning Tongan. (Added: 27-Oct-1998 Hits: 228) Tongan Proverbs - Proverbs of the Tongan Islands. Most of this page is under construction. (Added: 27-Oct-1998 Hits: 120) Tongan Wedding!! - A lively description of a wedding of a Tongan and palangi in Vava'u. Pictures as well... (Added: 31-Dec-1997 Hits: 558) Looking for something in particular? More Options Pages Updated On: 24-Mar-2000 Visit the KAVABOWL

22. Tonga Islands Tonga Travel Guide And Accommodation Planner Detailed tonga Islands travel guide with reviews on backpacking, scuba diving, surfing, sailing, adventure activities, culture and eco tourism. Includes a tonga accommodation planner with links to http://www.tonga.islands-travel.com/

Tonga Islands tonga travel guide and accommodation planner Tonga Islands Pacific Travel Guides Tonga Travel Guide Tonga Accommodation Detailed Tonga Islands travel guide with reviews on backpacking, scuba diving, surfing, adventure activities, culture and eco tourism. Includes a tonga accommodation planner with maps and pictures. Tonga Travel and Accommodation Guide gives you free and independent tourist information to this exotic south pacific destination to help plan your travel itinerary. Our guide has over 30 pages of useful information with links to our recommended tonga accommodation options. If this is your first visit, we suggest you start at our Tonga Islands Travel Guide to give you an orientation about the islands with general tourist information on how to get there, when to go and what to expect when you arrive. If you want to skip the travel facts, view our detailed Tonga Accommodation Guide . We provide an overview of all accommodation on all islands with an overview of the price you can expect to pay. We link these to a comprehensive directory of hotels with full descriptions and pictures so you can make direct bookings. We also offer several special interest topics for detailed information for planning your vacations: backpackers guide - from Nukualofa to off the beaten track adventure guide - scuba diving, surfing, hiking etc

23. Tonga Travel Picture Vacation Guide - Tonga.Islands-Pictures.com tonga travel and holiday information with pictures of people, adventure, culture, resorts and islands. http://www.tonga.islands-pictures.com

Tonga Picture Travel Vacation Guide - Tonga.Islands-Pictures.com Home holidays adventure beaches ... contact us A TONGA ISLANDS TRAVEL PICTURE GUIDE TONGA ISLANDS.ISLANDS - PICTURES.COM An images guide to the Tonga. Welcome to Tonga.Islands-Pictures.com ! Travel to Tonga in this virtual image gallery. Explore the different facets of life in Tonga, the people, the landscapes, villages and towns, activities, sunsets and sunrises. See the culture, the romantic settings and the many exciting activities available in these magical South Pacific islands. How to use this site Click on each small photo to see a larger sized image. Tonga Beach Travel Tonga Resorts Tonga Accommodation Tonga.Islands-Pictures.com South Pacific Tonga Pictures MaxiaPacific Pty Ltd A Tonga Travel Picture Guide Tonga travel vacation guide with information and pictures of holidays, adventure, culture, beaches, resorts, hotels and islands.

24. Tonga Holidays - Tonga Hotel And Holiday Guide Detailed tonga holiday planner including beach and sightseeing reviews and tonga hotel guide with maps and pictures throughout. http://www.tonga.islands-holiday.com/culture.html

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25. Tonga Environment | Lonely Planet World Guide 1000km (600mi) west. Despite the widely scattergunned placement of the islands, Tongan culture is remarkably homogenous. The four main http://www.lonelyplanet.com/destinations/pacific/tonga/environment.htm

home search help worldguide ... Postcards Tonga Environment The 171 extraordinarily diverse islands of the Tongan archipelago are scattered over an area in the central Pacific Ocean nearly as big as Japan. The dry land, however, would fit easily into New York City with room to fling in a few extra coral reefs. Tonga's nearest neighbours are Samoa to the north, Fiji to the northwest and New Caledonia, more then 1000km (600mi) west. Despite the widely scattergunned placement of the islands, Tongan culture is remarkably homogenous. The four main island groups - Tongatapu, He'apai, Vava'u and the Niuas lie in two parallel lines just east of the Lau Basin, where the sea floor is opening up, causing some unsteady ground at times on the islands. Fewer than 40 islands are inhabited, but most of the land has been converted to plantations or towns. Large areas of rainforest and bushland do remain on the Niuas, 'Eua and many of the volcanic islands. Tonga has seven officially protected areas, including five national marine parks and reserves, one national historic park, and the 'Eua National Park. Two species of iguana call Tonga home, as do several colonies of flying fox, large fruit bats that enjoy sacred status and protection on the islands. Tonga supports surprisingly few species of birds, although it does harbour a few interesting ones like the blue-crowned lorikeet, the red shining parrot and the incubator bird - that leaves its eggs to hatch warmed by volcanic mud - found on Niuafo'ou. The main land attractions are the flowering plants, such as frangipani, several species of native hibiscus and the

26. Home Women's cooperative in Binga District. Illustrations of basketwork, woodwork and other products. Notes on tonga history and culture. http://www.bingacraft.co.zw/

Binga Craft Centre Binga Craft Centre is situated in the hot and dry Zambezi Valley in the northwestern part of Zimbabwe. The centre aims at providing Tonga women with an opportunity to earn a living from their traditional Tonga craftwork. This is also an effort to preserve the Tonga culture. Monica Muleya is busy finishing her Tonga basket , which she will sell to the craft centre. The income she earns is used for paying school fees for her children and buying food and medicine for her family. Contact Details: P. Bag 5745, Binga, Zimbabwe Tel/Fax: (+263) 015 247 Email: bingacc@ecoweb.co.zw Useful Links: MS Zimbabwe and About Binga and the Tonga: www.mulonga.net About Us Basket Weave Woodwork ... Enviromental Training

27. Kingdom Of Tonga - Culture Kava has been part of tongan formal ceremony and social culture for more than two thousand years. Friday night Kava clubs can be found all over tonga. http://www.vacations.tvb.gov.to/culture2.htm

Tongan handicrafts are not mass produced. Each piece is unique. The visitor can see still the traditional methods of tapa making and basket weaving, The workmanship of Tongan handicrafts is reputed to be the finest in the Pacific. Kava is often called the "official drink of the Pacific". It is made from the ground roots of a native pepper plant (Pepper Methysticum). Kava has been part of Tongan formal ceremony and social culture for more than two thousand years. Friday night Kava clubs can be found all over Tonga. Visitors are always welcome and the location of the nearest Kava club can be found by asking any taxi driver. Tongan postage stamps can be highly unusual. They can come in very odd shapes. and sizes. Stamps have been issued depicting colorful shells, birds, and fruits, and commemorative events. Where time begins! Tonga is 13 hours ahead of GMT or UTC, and is one hour ahead of New Zealand standard time. Japan is 4 hours ahead of GMT or UTC. The Kingdom of Tonga is the first country in the world to see first each "new" day.

28. Tonga Visitors Bureau Features history, business, activities, culture, facts, travel and accommodation within the Kingdom. http://www.vacations.tvb.gov.to/

29. Kingdom Of Tonga - Culture entertainment and food. Arrangements can be made with any hotel, guest house, or tour operator. More information about Tongan culture http://www.vacations.tvb.gov.to/culture.htm

Tongan National Center U nique Cultural Experiences Visit the Exhibition Center housing local historical artifacts. The adjacent gallery offers contemporary art and genuine cultural handicrafts. See tapa and Canoe making; wood carving; basket weaving and mat making. For admission fees contact your travel agent, Tonga Visitors Bureau offices worldwide or telephone the Tonga National Center at 23-022. Tonga has a rich tradition of arts and crafts. Basket Making The bleached fibers of pandanus and coconut leaf are some the most common materials to make a variety of unique baskets and containers. Wood Carving Figures of ancient sacred images are a popular subject for local wood carvers. The carver spends days of patient and skilled carving to produce unique goods carved turtles; fish; linen chests and plaques - to name just some items on display. Tongan Jewelry Tongan women wear their jewelry with great pride. You will marvel at the workmanship. Make your selection from unique pendants; pearls or tortoise shell necklaces, Spanish style combs, bracelets or other interesting pieces. Tapa Products Tapa is made and used extensively in Tonga. Tapa cloth plays an important role in Tongan social life. A long and skilled process is involved to convert the bark of the mulberry tree into tapa cloth. Some of the unique items made from tapa include: fans, place mats, wall hangings, table cloths and handbags. On

30. Tongan Culture Guide Information about tonga golf holidays and golf courses on Oahu, Kauai, Maui and the Big Ilsand of tonga. Includes detailed holiday planner and travel guide to tonga plus accommodation guide and http://www.tonga.islands-travel.com/Culture.html

Tongan Culture Tonga Islands Pacific Travel Guides Tongan Tour Companies Tonga Culture Tongan culture and its political spin-off is one of the most complex and traditional in the region. The Tongans once ruled much of Polynesia and since the European invasion during the 18th century, Tonga retained its powerful monarchy. However, Christian religion was quickly adopted and today Tongans are amongst the most stout believers on earth. Sunday is an absolute strict day of rest when only policemen may work to ensure its observance. The Tui Tonga, the hereditary king of Tonga, rules the Kingdom with absolute power. Tongan culture retains a strong divide between the royal families and the commoners and even today common people must use a special dialect when addressing someone of royal status. Much has been criticized of the system, particularly by folks who have moved abroad to free themselves of the incestuous restrictions in commerce. That saying, Tongans are proud people and outwardly amongst the happiest and friendliest of the South Pacific peoples. Women here have more freedom and status than anywhere else in the South Pacific. Tongans live in close knit communities, usually with large extended families where second and even third cousins are considered close relatives. It is unusual to find a Tongan house isolated from its neighbours or with a fence around its garden. Feasting is regarded with great importance and the larger in size a person, the greater his or her status. Pigs are also reveered as important symbols of society and dare one by killed by accident, the culprit is sought out and revenged by either beating or hefty penalty. When the King grew too obese and was encouraged by his doctor to go on a diet, the nation showed its respect and dieted with him.

31. Tonga Holiday Travel Guide - Tonga.Islands-Pictures.com A tonga Travel Picture Guide tonga travel vacation guide with information and pictures of holidays, adventure, culture, beaches, resorts, hotels and islands. http://www.tonga.islands-pictures.com/tonga_holiday/index.cfm

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32. Tonga / Tonga :: Culture & Tourism Links : Kulturális és Idegenforgalmi Linkek International catalogue of culture and tourism. Internationaler kultureller und touristischer Katalog. Nemzetközi kulturális és idegenforgalmi katalógus. http://katalogus.kulturinfo.hu/to.html

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34. LANGUAGES-ON-THE-WEB: BEST TONGAN LINKS PACIFIC ISLAND WEB DIRECTORY Countries tonga culture www.pacificforum.com/links/Countries/tonga/culture/ (Snap). PACIFIC ISLAND http://www.languages-on-the-web.com/links/link-tongan.htm

language links TONGAN HOME THE BEST LINKS GUARANTEE Unlike many other web sites related to languages, only serious and useful sites are listed here. If you know a really good site for learning this language do email us GENERAL LINKS Tongan Language www.geocities.com/Athens/Acropolis/2082/tongan.html (AltaVista) There'll be stuff here soon, really! Take a look at Tonga on the 'NET. ONLINE BILINGUAL TEXTS ONLINE COURSES The Tongan Language www.onthe.net.au/~vik/lea.htm (Snap) Some basic Tongan for both the uninitiated and anyone who wants to learn the language. This section is constantly under construction. English speaker wishing to learn Tongan language www.pacificforum.com/kavabowl/tongahistory/messages/104.html (AltaVista) English speaker wishing to learn Tongan language. [ Follow Ups ] [ Post Followup ] [ The Kavabowl Forum ] Posted by 'Alopi Latukefu on November 19,... ONLINE GRAMMARS ONLINE DICTIONARIES ONLINE NEWSPAPERS/MAGAZINES ONLINE RADIO/TV ONLINE CULTURE, RELIGION, LITERATURE, ARTS AND MUSIC Tonga on the 'NET - Songs of Worship in the Tongan Language www.tongatapu.net.to/tonga/news/books/reviews/songs.htm

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36. TongaHoliday.com :: Sightseeing Tours :: Tongatapu :: Authentic Cultural Experie Reservations Ring 23 022. The culture of tonga is real and is there for the visitors to the Kingdom to experience as tongans go about their everyday life. http://www.tongaholiday.com/activities/sightseeing/tongatapu/nationalcentre.php

Authentic cultural experiences Home Sightseeing Tours Tongatapu Authentic cultural experiences Authentic cultural experiences The Tongan National Culture Centre is one of those places that needs to be on the "must-do" for all visitors Tongan National Cultural Centre Dinner Show Each Thursday night there is a fabulous night of entertainment with a smorgasbord of traditional dishes, dancing, music and song and a kava ceremony Cultural Tour At 2 pm daily see the making of tapa cloth, mats, baskets and carvings. Experience a Kava Ceremony View Tonga's Past ... and Present Enjoy Authentic Dancing Fashion Show Lunch 12.30 -1.45 Parade of traditional cosumes Music and Dance, Traditional Dishes Museum 9 am -4 pm Tonga's Past and Present on display. There is also trmendously interesting lapita pottery display. Reservations Ring 23 022 The culture of Tonga is real and is there for the visitors to the Kingdom to experience as Tongans go about their everyday life. At the markets, in the shops, at the beaches and at the entertainment venues you see and feel what the Tongans see and feel. Nothing is purposely put on for the tourist. It is the way it is! But one place where the cultural experience can be seen at its very best is at the Tongan National Cultural Centre. You can visit a museum, purchase handicraft, take part in a kava ceremony, see some of the best dancers in the land and taste a genuine Tongan feast. At the Centre you can trace the lineage of the Nobles of the Realm, see a 40ft model of the famous Tongan Kalia and see local historical artifacts. The adjacent gallery offers contemporary art and genuine cultural handicrafts. See tapa and Canoe making; wood carving; basket weaving and mat making.

37. South Pacific Tonga Society And Culture South Pacific tonga Society and culture search guide and directory with some of the best sites for South Pacific tonga Society and culture on the Internet. http://www.island-search.com/browse.php?cat=470

38. Tonga (11/03) At about the same time, young Tongan nobles serving as mercenaries took Tongan culture to Fiji s most eastern island group, the Laus. http://www.state.gov/r/pa/ei/bgn/16092.htm

[Print Friendly Version] Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs November 2003 Background Note: Tonga PROFILE OFFICIAL NAME: Kingdom of Tonga Geography Area: 747 sq. km. (288 sq. mi.). Cities: Capital Nuku'alofa (pop. 34,000). Terrain: 169 islands, mainly raised coral but some volcanic. Climate: Tropical, modified by trade winds. Warm season (December to May), cool season (May to December). People Nationality: Noun and adjective Tongan(s). Population (2002 est.): 106,137. Annual growth rate (2002 est.): 1.85%. Ethnic groups: Tongan 98%, other Polynesian, European. Religions: Wesleyan Methodist, Anglican, Roman Catholic, Seventh-day Adventist, Mormon. Languages: Tongan, English. Education: Literacy (2001 est.)98.5%. Health: Infant mortality rate (2002 est.)13.72/1,000. Life expectancy at birth 68.56 yrs.: female71.11 years; male66.13 years. Work force (1997 est.) 33,908: Agriculture Unemployment (1996 est.): 13.3%. Government Type: Constitutional hereditary monarchy. Constitution: 1875 (revised 1970). Independence: June 4, 1970. Branches: Executive Prime Minister and Cabinet appointed by the King.

39. Culture Dance in tonga has traditionally been an important art form, turning oral histories and folk tales into a visual form praising and honouring gods, chiefs http://www.pacificislandtravel.com/tonga/about_destin/culture.asp

About us Send me a Brochure Tripbuilder (Shopping Cart) Send me a Quotation ... Pacific News member of Tonga Culture Dance in Tonga has traditionally been an important art form, turning oral histories and folk tales into a visual form praising and honouring gods, chiefs, places and people. Weaving with the leaves of the pandanus palm is at its zenith as an art form in Tonga, and baskets and intricately worked mats produced by a variety of means are among the most beautiful in the Pacific. A reasonable body of literature has been produced in or about the archipelago in spite of its tiny size, and some of it goes beyond oral histories and folk tales. The earliest accounts are by castaway Will Mariner and Captain Bligh after he lost command of his ship. There are also several more recent collections of poetry and prose by contemporary writers. Tongan food is delightful, and consists mostly of root vegetables such as taro and sweet potato, coconut products, fresh fruit, roasted suckling pig, chicken, corned beef, fish and shellfish. The delicious dishes made from these ingredients are an excuse in themselves to visit the islands. The traditional Tongan feast gets cooked in an underground oven, umu , common throughout Polynesia. The most refreshing drink available is coconut juice, and the locally grown Royal Coffee is excellent if you're after a caffeine hit. Beer is popular, and of course kava (

40. Culture Gallery tonga is an independent kingdom that was under British protection between 1901 and 1970. On our website you find more cultural info on Polynesia at http://www.pacificislandtravel.com/culture_gallery/introduction.asp

About us Send me a Brochure Tripbuilder (Shopping Cart) Send me a Quotation ... Pacific News member of Culture Gallery Introduction ANGLONESIA Anglonesia is a neologism used here to refer to Australia New Zealand and the United States in the Pacific (ANZUS). The progress from colonialism to independence in the Pacific Islands region (both north and south of the equator) has not brought an end to the influence of the former colonial powers. Presently, there are ten territories or dependencies linked directly to an extraregional government, and five others are constrained in their foreign policies by the terms of their free associaton compacts. Like these territories, the independent states are also affected by the political, security and economic policies of the extraregional powers. There continues to be an overlap of interests between outsiders and islanders, which is likely to persist even as more island stated begin to exert their influence more and more within the region as well as globally. On our website you find more cultural info on Anglonesia at: Australian (Culture) Aboriginal Culture Aussie Slang (dictionary) Aussie Songbook ... MELANESIA As diverse internally as they are different from each other, the islands of Melanesia - those in

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