Tongas Ancient History

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In the early 1800's the first king of a united Tonga, King Siaosi Tupou I, celebrated the giving of Tonga to God in the northern Tongan islands of Vava'u at a place forever known as Pouono. This film chronicles the event and its significance as described by several renowned scholars of ancient Tongan and Polynesian history. It is a story of great devotion and faith in the face of European colonisation in the Pacific. Presented by Dr Eric B. Shumway and produced by myself with Dr. Vernice Wineera, this program will open your eyes to the unique culture and customs of Tonga as they relate to this pivotal event of 200 years ago.

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June 2004
Tonga is the only South Pacific Country that has never been colonized. Their attachment to the all-powerful monarch goes some way to explaining this.

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Tonga: The most isolated kingdom in the world | Travel Vlog

Welcome to Tonga, the most isolated kingdom in the world! Join us on an unforgettable travel vlog as we explore the untouched beauty and rich cultural heritage of this enchanting South Pacific destination. From pristine white sand beaches to vibrant coral reefs teeming with marine life, Tonga offers a paradise for adventurers and nature lovers alike. Immerse yourself in the warm hospitality of the Tongan people and witness their vibrant traditions through captivating dance performances and colorful festivals. Discover ancient archaeological sites and landmarks that tell the story of Tonga's proud history. Whether you're seeking relaxation or thrilling adventures, this travel vlog will guide you through the hidden gems of Tonga. Come along on this virtual journey and be inspired to experience the magic of the most isolated kingdom in the world. Don't forget to like and subscribe for more amazing travel content!
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Tonga Introduction and Overview: history, economics, agriculture, culture

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Transcript:
Around 1000 B.C., when the Fijian islands could
no longer support their growing populations the
people looked eastward to what is today the Kingdom
of Tonga.
The limestone islands they found weren't as
diverse, nor as fertile as the volcanic ones they'd left,
so they brought with them the
domesticated animals and the food plants
they would need.
The Kingdom of Tonga is comprised of a number
of island groups. The two most important are the
Tongatapu group in the south and the Vava'u group in the north.
Between them lies the Ha'apai group.

There are 170 islands in all, of which 40 are inhabited.
The southern group is dominated by the island of Tongatapu which
means sacred Tonga and is home to the king.
The earliest inhabitants of these island established
a hereditary monarchy. Over the years, the kingdom
splintered and royal bloodlines multiplied, until,
In 1845, the reins of power were once again gathered
in the hands of one. In 1875, King George Tupou the 1st
approved a constitution, and since that time, the country has had a
constitutional monarchy.
The pace of life is slow and easy in Nukalofa, the capital and only
large town in all of Tonga. The streets and the market place
reflect the quality of life of the Tongan people.
Fresh, healthy food, a diet based on fish and a low stress level
that results from close family ties, have all contributed to one of the
longest life spans on the globe.
Primary education has been mandatory since 1927 and
King Tupou the 4th, the current monarch, was the first
Tongan ever to graduate from college.
Although the Tongan economy receives outside help from
Britain and other countries, the land is fertile and most men
own land to grow the family's staples such as taro root, many
varieties of banana, yams, cassava root, various fruits -- and of course..
coconuts.

Cannibalism in Ancient Fiji

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For hundreds of years,
the Fijian islands were avoided by explorers such as Captain Cook
who dubbed them the Cannibal Islands.
This grisly reputation held Europeans at bay until the
early 1800s. Today the only vestiges of cannibalism
are found behind glass at the Suva museum.
This display depicts the ancient custom of putting the bones of hated
enemies between the branches of a tree at the edge of the village
as a warning to potential raiders and to keep evil ancestor spirits
away.
These implements are forks used in a ritual
cannibal ceremony. They prevent the fingers
of the diner from touching the flesh of the victim.
Although cannibalism disappeared with the
spread of Christianity, another unusual ritual
practice survives in Fiji today

Top 6 Must-Visit Museums in Tonga: A Journey Through History and Culture

Embark on a cultural voyage to the heart of the South Pacific with our guide to the top 6 museums in Tonga. Known for its stunning landscapes and rich history, Tonga is a treasure trove for history buffs and culture enthusiasts. In this video, we dive into the best museums that Tonga has to offer, each providing a unique window into the island nation's fascinating past and vibrant cultural heritage. From historical artifacts to traditional art, these museums are a must-visit for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of Tonga's unique story. Join us as we explore, discover, and celebrate the rich tapestry of Tonga's history and culture.

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What Does AI Think of Every Country? Part 18: Tajikistan - Turkmenistan

I thought it would be fun to see what AI thinks of every single country. Not only using Midjourney for the pictures, but also using ChatGPT to give a quick description of each country and have it voiced by 11ElevenLabs.

This will be a 20 part series as there are, I believe, 196 countries and I'm doing 10 countries per video to keep them from being too long.

To be fair with the prompt, I did 4 prompts for each. Using Afghanistan as an example, these are the 4 prompts:

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Afghanistan --s 750
The Country of Afghanistan --s 100
The Country of Afghanistan --s 750

I went with the default 100 and then 750 to see if adding a higher style value would change it all that much. Then, because there are some countries that are also names of other things (Georgia also being a state, Turkey also being a bird/food, etc.), I felt I should do the latter 2 versions also to be specific.

Hopefully you find this interesting. I know I did. I actually learned a lot making this. There were quite a few countries I'd never even heard of before and it was a good way to find places I'd like to travel to some day.

==Chapters==

00:00 - Intro
00:16 - Tajikistan
01:10 - Tanzania
02:03 - Thailand
02:59 - Timor-Leste
03:50 - Togo
04:51 - Tonga
05:42 - Trinidad and Tobago
06:38 - Tunisia
07:32 - Turkey
08:26 - Turkmenistan
09:06 - Outro

WALLIS: The historic Tongan ???? Fort Talietumu (Wallis and Futuna, Pacific Ocean)

Fort Talietumu, Wallis island (Uvea), Pacific Ocean - the Tongan fort Talietumu on the island of Wallis of Wallis and Futuna in the Pacific Ocean. Let's travel to the island of Wallis in the Pacific Ocean and let's walk around the Tongan fort Talietumu located in the remote island of Wallis, of the French territory of Wallis and Futuna in the Pacific Ocean. This is the Tongan fort of Talietumu, built in the 1400s during the peak of the Tongan Empire in the Pacific.
The Tongan fort Talietumu or Kolo Nui is an archaeological site in Wallis and Futuna in the southwestern part of the Pacific Ocean.
Talietumu is situated about 9 km (5.6 mi) southwest of the capital of Mata-Utu and northeast of Halalo in the Mu'a district on Wallis Island (Uvea).
The Tongan fort Talietumu was a fortified Tongan settlement called Kolo Nui and the whole fortress is surrounded by a strong defensive wall build of basalt with several entrances.[2] Inside the fort there are a few preserved buildings and structures, lawns and the central elevated platform called Talietumu (a Marae or Mala´e, Sacred Place). The platform is of circular prolonged shape upon a circular stockade base. Raised walkways paved in stone start from the mala'e and radiate outward from within the fort.
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Wallis and Futuna is a French island collectivity in the South Pacific between Tuvalu to the northwest, Fiji to the southwest, Tonga to the southeast, Samoa to the east, and Tokelau to the northeast. Though both French and Polynesian, Wallis and Futuna is distinct from the entity known as French Polynesia.
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Tonga Travel Guide | Tonga country documentary, history, food, & culture details

This is a Tonga travel guide. We begin to answer the question What is Tonga Like? In short, Tonga is a Polynesian kingdom of more than 170 South Pacific islands, many uninhabited, most lined in white beaches and coral reefs and covered with tropical rainforest. Tonga, officially Kingdom of Tongan Fakatu'i 'o Tonga, also called Friendly Islands, is country in the southwestern Pacific Ocean. It consists of some 170 islands divided into three main island groups. In this Tonga country documentary we look at the history, food, religion, people, and facts about Tonga Island.
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TRUE TONGA : Full Presentation

Tonga Tourism Campaign branding TRUE Tonga for the Kingdom of Tonga and Sailing enthusiast world wide. Complete presentation with different :15 sec spots.

Picture the romance and beauty of the South Pacific combined with the relaxed sailing conditions it offers. It exists here, in a sailors' paradise like no other, in the idyllic island Kingdom of Tonga. It's a brilliant blue expanse where 170 islands glitter to create a cruising ground with line-of-sight sailing, spectacular snorkeling and soft, unspoiled beaches. These secluded islands are home to the most gentle and welcoming people on earth, a peaceful world known only to the world's most fortunate sailors.

The Friendly Islands
It was the honorary title offered by Captain Cook in 1777 and today's visitors are quick to agree. The warm welcome of these enchanting people is matched only by the appeal of the effortless cruising. Tongan feasts are famous throughout the Pacific, featuring up to 30 dishes and a torchlit celebration of dancing and singing. Once aboard your yacht, the welcome continues out to sea, thanks to predictable trade winds, crystal-clear waters and more than 50 anchorages all within an easy day's sail. Just below the surface of these perpetually calm waters, you'll find a colorful realm which invites you to don mask, snorkel and fins for the experience of a lifetime

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Living Like A Tongan | Vava'u | Kingdom of Tonga

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EASTER ISLAND: Tongan pyramids of LAPAHA ???? and the ahu (platforms) for Moai are same!

Easter Island (Rapa Nui), Pacific Ocean - comparing the local moai platforms (Ahu) and the Tongan pyramids of Lapaha, the architecture. Here's an exclusive study of the Ahu (platforms) of Easter Island (where the Moai, the statues, stand on) and for the first time one historian dares to draw parallels between the Royal Tongan pyramids of Tonga in Lapaha and the later Ahu (after the 13th century) of Easter Island. Conclusion: The Tongans have influenced the architecture and layout of the Ahu platforms on Easter Island.
Easter Island, a Chilean territory, is a remote volcanic island in Polynesia. Its native name is Rapa Nui. It’s famed for archaeological sites, including nearly 900 monumental statues called moai, created by inhabitants during the 13th–16th centuries. The moai are carved human figures with oversize heads, often resting on massive stone pedestals called ahus. Ahu Tongariki has the largest group of upright moai.
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The village of Mu'a, about 12 kilometres from the current capital of Tonga, Nuku'alofa, is the site of the third capital of Ancient Tonga, having been relocated from the Heketa-Ha'amonga area around the 13th Century until the 19th Century. It is located in the eastern district of Tongatapu.
Lapaha, which is situated at the north-eastern part of Mu'a, is said to have been the permanent home and centre of chiefly power of the Tu'i Tonga. It is also famous for being the geographic centre of the Tongan maritime chiefdom during the reign of Tu'i Tongas from the 13th to the 19th Centuries.
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Tongan Culture in Fiji

A peek inside Tongan culture in Fiji, courtesy of a clan that traces its history back to Tongans who arrived in Fiji in the 1700s.

New discovery visit Tonga Island pyramids google earth Orion constellation Mu'a Lapaha megalith Tomb

Visit Tonga Islands Pyramids with google earth and watch their relation with the orion constellation in the sky. It seems that they have a similar position with the stars of orion belt. Is it a coincidence, whereas Egyptian pyramids and others around the world suggest also the same ? Were they conected? Are these Pacific sea old constructions, ruins of old Mu or altantid legendary lost continents ? How were they built? Ancient advanced technology ?

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Tonga's Timeless Tale: A Journey Through the Last Polynesian Kingdom's History

Discover the proud and distinct cultural legacy of Tonga, an archipelago of 169 islands in the South Pacific, through the rich tapestry of its history. As the only remaining Polynesian kingdom, Tonga's past is filled with tales of monarchs, brave navigators, and evolving traditions. Our video seeks to illuminate the essence of Tonga's vast and complex journey, highlighting key moments that have shaped the nation into what it is today. Whether you're a history enthusiast or simply curious about this unique kingdom, join us as we explore the significant chapters in Tonga's historical narrative. Remember to like, share, and subscribe for more fascinating historical explorations!

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map of Tonga [Tongatapu ]

The dates of the initial settlement of Tonga are still subject to debate; nonetheless, one of the oldest occupied sites is found in the village of Pea on Tongatapu. Radiocarbon dating of a shell found at the site reportedly dates the occupation at 3180 ± 100 BP (Before Present).[5] Some of the oldest sites pertaining to the first occupants of the Tongan Islands are found on Tongatapu which is also where the first Lapita ceramics were found by WC McKern in 1921.[6] Nonetheless, reaching the Tongan islands (without Western navigational tools and techniques) was a remarkable feat accomplished by the Lapita peoples. Not much is known about Tonga before European contact because of the lack of a writing system during prehistoric times other than the oral history told to the early European explorers. The first time the Tongan people encountered Europeans was in April 1616 when Jacob Le Maire and Willem Schouten made a short visit to the islands to trade with them.

Early culture

Ha'amonga 'a Maui

Ancient monuments on Tongatapu, 1924 map
Main article: Early history of Tonga
Centuries before Westerners arrived, Tongans created megalithic stoneworks. Most notably, these are the Haʻamonga ʻa Maui and the Langi terraced tombs. The Haʻamonga is 5 meters high and made of three coral-lime stones that weigh more than 40 tons each. The Langi are low, very flat, two or three tier pyramids that mark the graves of former kings.

What is known about Tonga before European contact comes from myths, stories, songs, poems, (as there was no writing system) as well as from archaeological excavations. Many ancient sites, kitchens and refuse heaps, have been found in Tongatapu and Haʻapai, and a few in Vavaʻu and the Niuas that provide insights into old Tongan settlement patterns, diet, economy, and culture.

The Old Tonga
The Haʻapai of three thousand years ago was a bit different from the Haʻapai of today. Large flightless birds called megapodes bounded through the tropical rain forest while giant iguanas and various other lizards rested on tree limbs.[7] The skies hosted three different species of fruit bats, three different species of pigeon, and more than two dozen other types of birds. There were no pigs, horses, dogs, cows, or rats. There were no Tongans.

The South Pacific, meanwhile, was almost completely uninhabited. Any present humans existed on the western fringes of the Solomon Islands. Then, around that time, these islanders were suddenly replaced by a new branch of humanity that originated from the Bismarck Archipelago off Papua New Guinea.[8] They intrepidly stormed through the region, rapidly colonizing and pushing east. They brought with them new plant and animal species, as well as a distinct pottery design. Today these people are named the Lapita, after the location in New Caledonia where they were first noticed archaeologically.

The Lapita Period

Region where Lapita pottery has been found

Tongan megapodes
Around 3000 B.P., the Lapita people reached Tonga, and carbon dating places their landfall first in Tongatapu and then in Haʻapai soon after.[9] The newcomers were already well adapted to the resource-scarce island life and settled in small communities of a few households[9] on beaches just above high tide line that faced open lagoons or reefs. Through continued interaction with Lapita relatives of the west, the Haʻapaians obtained domesticated animals and cultivatable plants, but it seems that both of these possible food sources contributed minimally towards their diet for at least the first two hundred years. Instead, they feasted mainly on life in the sea: parrotfish, wrasses, turtles, surgeonfish, jacks, eels, emperors, bottom-dwellers, shellfish, and the occasional deep water tuna.Just as their Polynesian descendants do today.

Sea food was inexhaustible, so reefs then were not very different from reefs today, except for the marked decline in sea turtle populations. Fauna didn't fare as well, however, and soon the giant iguanas, the megapodes, twenty four bird species, almost all pigeons, and all but one species of fruit bat were all extinct.
They hunted and cooked these animals with the most basic of technologies. When shell pieces were too brittle for tools, they utilized volcanic soils for “andesite/basalt used for adze manufacture and other artifacts such as oils as hammerstones, weaving weights, cooking stones, and decorative pebbles for grave decoration.”[10] If they were lucky, they obtained harder obsidian shards from the far northern fringe volcano of Tafahi in the Niuas.

Another useful technology was their eponymous pottery with “dentate” impressions and simple designs that were characteristic of all Lapita settlements in the South Pacific. Tongan Lapita designs were simpler than western Lapita designs, evolving from ornate curvilinear and rectilinear patterns into simple rectilinear forms.[10] The pottery was “slab-built earthenware of mapa de Tonga , #tonga , #tongatapu