Tonga

Places in this region

Image of Republic of Minerva located in Nukuhetulu, Tonga
Nukuhetulu, Tonga

Republic of Minerva

A failed utopia, shut-down by a more legitimate nation

Although many utopian societies seem doomed from the outset, the Republic of Minerva was up against a unique challenge: creating a libertarian micro-nation on reclaimed reefs in the Pacific Ocean,... »

Micro-Nations | Edited by serflac and atimian

Image of Hunga Ha'apai New Volcano Island located in Hunga Ha`apai Island, Tonga
Hunga Ha`apai Island, Tonga

Hunga Ha'apai New Volcano Island

Underwater volcanic eruption forms new island off the coast of Tonga

Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha'apai is an underwater volcano off the coast of Tonga, just 62km (39 mi) northwest of the Tongan capital of Nuku'alofa. The volcano gets its name from the two small islands... »

Natural Wonders, Fiery Wonders, Anomalous Islands | Edited by anhie and Dylan