In Dec 21/ Jan 22, a massive underwater earthquake unleashed a tsunami that wiped out a few islands like Atata. Apparently, the king donated his personal land and Australia, New Zealand and China built these houses quickly to evacuate the folks from Atata.

The King and Queen reside in this building built in 1857!

Apparently the only island country not to have been colonized ever (this is in spite of the fact Captain Cook landed here), Tonga still is a monarchy.

Finally arrived at the hotel at around 3:15 AM. It was 4 by the time I was able to go to sleep. Woke up a bit late at 8am. The sun was already out. Went for a walk with a coffee by the water. The temperatures were nice at low 70s and some good sun and wind.