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Tonga, a constitutional monarchy, is the only South Pacific country never to have been colonised by a foreign power. The Monarchy has been handed down through many generations, beginning in the 10th century.
The archipelago of Tonga, affectionately called the "Friendly Islands," consists of 171 islands, with only 45 inhabited. There are four island groups including the mostly low-lying Tongatapu group, the volcanic and coral Ha'apai group; the flat coral islands of the Vava'u group, and the volcanic Niuas group in the far north.
Tonga personifies the beauty of the South Pacific. It has an abundance of remote white sand beaches, all protected by reefs. Snorkeling and scuba conditions are pure perfection, and the Tongan people are very welcoming. The local economy is primarily based on agriculture, manufacturing and tourism, with a strong recent push into light industrial manufacturing.
The Tonga Institute of Higher Education (TIHE) was established in July 2002 with the vision to provide high quality, practical training that leads to both professional and personal development of its people.
Official Name: Kingdom of Tonga
Population: 99,000
Capital City: Nuku'alofa (24,500)
Languages: Tongan, English
Currency: Pa'anga
Religions: Christian, others
Land Area: 720 sq km (278 sq miles)
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